What do shade sails cost? We often get asked this question early on in conversations with our customers. We understand that cost is a concern for most buyers and do our best to ensure not only the best quality products, but also the best pricing.

The total cost of a shade structure will vary from project to project based on a number of factors including size, area and type. Whether you are a DIY-er or a commercial contractor, the two most driving factors of price when it comes to shade sails are design and what you are shading.

What do I mean by “what you are shading”? Well, is it a playground shade structure or going over a parking area? Each could be the same square footage but one may be more expensive to install than the other based on the location and design. For example, most playground shade canopies have to be very high to clear the tall towers of the playground equipment. This will require us to go much higher than the carport shade, requiring bigger and taller steel columns and supports, thus requiring bigger equipment to install.

When designing shade sails we have the freedom to design around any architecture, area, or taste. Shade sails can even be designed to completely change the way an area looks. This may require custom columns and overlapping material, both of which can drive up the cost of a project depending on the level of customization. Typical designs use a shade overlap of 3 feet for maximum shade coverage. Overlapping anymore than this creates a great deal of redundant material in the air, and while it may add to the asthetics, it also adds to the cost.

Shade Sails are already a very cost effective way to shade an area , but we always try to offer cost-efficient approaches when a target budget needs to be met. The average custom designed shade sail typically ranges from $10 per square foot to $20 dollars per square foot. This is very affordable when compared to our custom shade sails VS, Costco shade sails or Home Depot shade sails which are on average  $30 dollars per square foot. The biggest difference you will see is the material. For more information on the shade cloth materials we work with please visit our Shade Sail Materials Page.

If you have any questions, or would like to inquire about pricing for a custom design, feel free to visit our Contact Us Page.