Retractable Awnings for Excelsior's Waterfront Properties
Excelsior's waterfront lifestyle calls for premium shade — custom Sunesta awnings protect your outdoor space while preserving your views.
Waterfront Shade Solutions for Excelsior
Excelsior's beautiful waterfront properties deserve outdoor spaces that can be enjoyed all season long. Whether you're watching the sunset over the water or hosting a lakeside dinner party, a Sunesta retractable awning transforms your deck into a comfortable retreat — shaded or sunlit at the touch of a button.
Our retractable screens are especially popular with Excelsior homeowners who want to enjoy lake breezes without the mosquitoes and gnats that come with waterfront living. Custom-built to seal your porch or patio, our screens block insects while preserving your panoramic water views.
Our Services in Excelsior
Retractable Awnings
Custom motorized awnings sized to your exact Excelsior patio or deck dimensions. Choose from 100+ exclusive fabric color options.
Retractable Screens
Seal your Excelsior porch or patio from insects, wind, and sun glare while maintaining your view.
SmartDrop Valance
Add a motorized front drop valance to your awning for additional sun protection during low-angle morning and evening sun.
Free Waterfront Consultation
Our specialists understand the unique requirements of Excelsior's waterfront installations.
Local Challenges We Solve in Excelsior
Waterfront Moisture & UV Reflection
Water surfaces near Excelsior reflect and amplify UV radiation while elevating humidity levels. Sunesta's solution-dyed Sunesta fabrics are inherently mold, mildew, and UV resistant — engineered specifically for waterfront conditions.
Lake Wind Protection
Lakefront properties in Excelsior experience unpredictable wind gusts off the water. Every Sunesta motorized awning includes an integrated wind sensor that automatically retracts when wind speeds exceed safe thresholds — protecting your investment hands-free.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Excelsior
- Downtown Excelsior
- Lake Minnetonka waterfront
- Excelsior Commons
Frequently Asked Questions — Excelsior
- What payment methods do you accept for Excelsior installations?
- Excelsior customers can pay by check, ACH bank transfer, all major credit cards, or financed monthly through our 15-month no-interest program. A deposit secures factory production; the balance is due upon successful installation in Excelsior.
- What happens to my Excelsior awning during a thunderstorm?
- If you're home, one button retracts the awning in under a minute. If you're away, the wind sensor handles it autonomously — and we've watched sensors fire during Excelsior-area straight-line wind events that took down trees while the awning sat safely in its cassette. That's the case for never installing without the sensor.
- Can I move my Sunesta awning if I sell my Excelsior home?
- Technically yes, but most Excelsior homeowners leave the awning installed because it adds resale value and the warranty transfers to the new owner. If you do relocate within lake minnetonka Minnesota, we can quote uninstall, transport, and reinstall as a single service.
- Are Sunesta awnings suitable for waterfront Excelsior properties?
- Yes — Sunesta is engineered for waterfront environments. The solution-dyed acrylic fabric resists moisture, mildew, and UV degradation, and the aluminum frame is powder-coated for corrosion resistance against Excelsior's lakeshore humidity. Stainless hardware throughout protects against the spray-zone exposure typical of lakefront installs.
Get a Free Estimate in Excelsior
Ready to upgrade your outdoor space? Contact Sunesta MN at 763-271-3366 for a free, no-obligation estimate. We proudly serve Excelsior and all surrounding communities in MN.