We went the DIY route, measuring and installing 6 solar screens ourselves. Ours is a new home with aluminum-framed windows. The back of our home faces west, so the afternoon sun in the summer can be brutal. We bought the wider framed screens with a cross brace, since our windows are rather large (35" x 70"). We chose 90% screens because of the western exposure. Ordering the screens was easy, particularly since all of the windows we wanted to screen are the same size. But our windows have narrow recessed edges so we weren't sure at first about installation. We didn't want to void the window warranty by using screws. So we sized the screens to match the protruding portion of the windows and purchased heavy-duty outdoor Velcro strips (1" x 4") to attach the screens. Our process was to attach the fuzzy side of the Velcro in the same location on the frame of each solar screen. This made them all interchangeable. Then we put the matching half of the Velcro in place on the screen. Lastly, we removed the backing, lined up the screens, and carefully put each screen in place, pressing firmly to secure. We chose to attach Velcro only on the sides of the screen frames, for ease of removal when we want the sun's heat and light in the winter. The frame color we chose closely matches the original window frames and house trim, and the black screen matches our screen porch, so the solar screens look very much like they belong. I recommend you be choosy when selecting frame and screen colors, as they can change the overall look of your home. Picking up your DIY screen order is an efficient process: when the screens are ready (ours took about a week), an email arrives with directions to a small industrial park, a code to enter the stowage space, and the location within of your screens. Once inside, there are doors to compartments that contain orders. This is how 24-hour pickup is made possible. My only gripe, a minor one, is that one of the 6 screens has an obviously darker area, perhaps a crease in the fabric. But, all in all, this was a great experience. We expect our west-facing rooms will be more comfortable this summer than the last one. read more

I love my new solar screens, my house look beautiful. Josh went above and beyond to fit my very old sliding doors with screens as well, at my request. The process was easy and thorough. I especially like the video explanations of the entire process, it was all very helpful, especially because of my overnight work schedule, it's not always easy to meet with people or spend time on phone calls etc. Josh and his team came and installed the screens without ever needing me to come outside or lose any sleep :) I highly recommend Josh Hobbs for your solar screens. read more

Josh recently installed Solar Shades on the west facing side of my home and couldn't be happier with the results. Everything he said he would do he did. The results are amazing. He was fast, efficient and very easy to work with. if you are looking to buy Solar Screens I highly recommend Josh Hobbs. read more

Hello Austin helpers, My wife and I decided to trust google and yelp to lead us down the right path for solar screens. We chose Josh because of the multiple 5 star reviews and his diligence. Wow, did they come through. Swift service, easy billing, a wonderful family oriented staff, and results. I'm so happy with these screens. I've blown insulation, added Haiku fans, and now added solar screens to mitigate energy waste and this was the absolute right call. We gave the Texas sun 90% of the day and we were taking a beating. It's so comfortable on that side of the house now thanks to Josh and his team. 10 or 10 in all categories. Before you replace your windows start with the more passive solutions ( hvac, fans, sealing, insulation, solar screens) you will be pleasantly surprised and you may come out ahead $$$! read more

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We needed a solution to update the look of our windows without the price tag of replacing them. So we decided to go with solar screens to get the high contrast black/white look we were going for. Josh Hobbs was excellent to work with, very friendly and responsive. Highly recommend! read more

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Had solar screens added to front windows of our house, windows were a difficult shape but they look fantastic. Quickly and professionally installed. Thank you so much cannot recommend enough read more

Josh and Paula have done 3 of my homes now since 2012. They do amazing quality work and the prices are fair! These screens immediately cut the intense heat coming through my windows. I highly recommend giving them a call !!!! read more

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I had my whole house treated by Josh's solar screens. The difference in how hot my living room was like night and day. The screens have lasted me, going strong on 11 years. They are easy to clean, remove and don't block visibility. From the inside of the window, its hard to tell there is a screen installed. From the outside, it adds some privacy. I am now getting them installed at my parents home. Excellent investment. read more

I highly recommend Josh and his team. He was very easy to work with and finished on time with no surprises. Great customer service, very responsive and the end product really makes my house look great! read more

Josh and Paula are an absolute pleasure to work with, and they go the extra mile to make sure their superior screens are installed properly and with care. I recently bought a condo that did not previously have screens installed. Josh and Paula took care of my screen need with utmost professionalism, consistent communication, and friendliness. Josh even fought through the series of tricky windows at my place and got everything installed beautifully. Thank you so much! read more

I had the most incredible experience using Josh to do my solar screens! Not only did the screens transform the look of my home but the entire process with Josh was easy & worry free. He spelled everything out step by step how it would all go down and it went just as he explained. He's thorough and extremely professional. I've even already noticed a temperature difference in my home when I arrive from work. As a business owner myself words can not express my gratitude for how this man runs his business. If you're looking for solar screens LOOK NO FURTHER! read more

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I can't believe it took me so long to consider solar screens. They have made such an improvement in the internal temperature and external aesthetics. They really gave our house a nice face lift. We are very pleased with the overall service from Josh and Mike. They were pleasant and very easy to work with. Mike even changed a light bulb for me! How cool is that? We did both 80 and 90% screens in black. We get a lot of sun so we ended up covering 90% of our windows. Yes, certain rooms in the house are quite a bit darker, but, it's not bad. Kinda like having tint on your windows. Take what I just said into consideration if you decide to get solar screens (and you should). They will make the house darker, so, if you have windows that get little to no sun, don't screen them. You can use that light to offset the darkness. As for the windows on the front of your house you'll want to screen all of those for aesthetic purposes. Josh and Mike came out and measured our windows on schedule and had us a quote within a couple of days. Once we decided on which screens would be 90 vs 80% and such we sealed the contract. Josh wanted the money up front, which we were reluctant about at first, but, when he explained that he has to special cut the screens for each window and can't sell them if we back out of the contract, it was completely understandable. We were happy to pay in advance and you will be too. This has been a great investment in reducing energy usage in our home. We are able to set the AC temp higher instead of lower, so, it's running less. I highly recommend solar screens and Josh Hobbs Solar Screen Services. We are very happy customers!! Thanks guys!! Keeping it local!! read more

I needed solar screens and got some recommendations for Josh Hobbs. I was incredibly impressed with the estimate package he put together without even seeing my property, then his refining that after a visit, the ease of ordering with him, and getting exactly what I was looking for installed without any direct interaction. It was almost like magic - poof, I gave him some money and I got exactly what I was looking for. I give him a solid 10/10 and can't imagine anyone doing solar screens better, faster, or more efficiently. Seriously. read more

Josh and his team have outfitted my home with solar screens 2x. In addition, he made roll up shades that I installed myself. Both are a game changer in terms of cooling, privacy, and even warmth. Josh stands behind his work and products. read more

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I had Josh install new screens on my house yesterday, and they look great. The process was very easy, he came out and measured them, took a PayPal payment and set a date for the install. Recommended ideal frame and screen color as well as screen type for each side of the house with samples. Prices were very reasonable as well. read more

FIVE Star all the way !! These guys are as good as it gets. From the moment I spoke to Josh over the phone, to the time I spent with his very sweet wife Paula, the entire process was smooth, easy and as perfect as it gets. Just as I remembered it being two yeas ago in 2015 when they put screens on the front of my home back then. Other contractor types out there could learn a lot from the Hobbs. I wish the Hobbs did more than just solar screens :). In 2015 we had the Hobbs put 90% solar screens on the front of my home. Now, after having the solar screens for a while, we now wanted to finish off the rest of the windows. We put the 80% solar screens on all the rest of the windows. The screens were put on a few weeks ago, and the difference in our home is remarkable. We absolutely love our screens. We also love the privacy, it's a really cool feeling. After talking up my solar screens last Summer, a co worker of mine got solar screens himself, and he found someone to do it cheaper. He told me that he found someone that was $100 less, so he went with that person. My co worker told me it was a HUGE mistake, he said that it was with some young guy that talked a good game, said all the right things when they met. He said he had a lot of trouble that the screens were not tight, they fit loosely and didn't fit well within his windows. I kiddingly told him, lesson learned, you should have gone with the Hobbs. My mother in law, who is a Hyde Park perfectionist, went with the Hobbs, and she like us, had no problems, she had her screens put on perfectly without any issues. So, my recommendation is to stop looking, and just give the Hobbs a call and be done with the looking around process. By the way, if you think they have some good reviews here, you should visit their website where there are pages and pages of hand written letters from their customers over the many many years they have been in business. And, if you need your windows washed, his helper Mike does a great job, and he is SOOO friendly. Both are great people ! Thanks folks, and you can count on us spreading the word about you and recommending you. read more

I highly recommend Josh Hobbs Solar Screen Services for three reasons: 1) Excellent product, 2) Outstanding customer service, and 3) Ease of doing business Excellent product as he provided us two options to use to keep the heat out of the room. We selected the 90% solar screens for our master bedroom where there are no trees to shade it. Keep in mind we have 9 windows of which 5 windows facing the west side. We were suffering at night time when our a/c could not cool down the room fast enough as the sun heat would radiate through the window coverings for a good six hours. After he installed the solar screens, our master bedroom totally changed from a sauna to a comfortable relaxing and inviting bedroom. We are now able to sleep at night with comfort. Josh provided us excellent customer service during the time I inquired until the time they completed the job. They even responded to our emails during the weekends, even on Sundays. It was great knowing that they really wanted to make you feel that your inquiries were important as doing business with. I really thought his videos were very informative. So I knew what to expect. The best part is I did not have to be there for them to determine which windows I needed covered. They got my clear instructions on the billed invoice. Upon returning home, it was done that day and it did not show that they were even there. Meaning, they did not damage my flowerbeds around the windows. As for the ease of doing business with Josh Hobbs, it was so easy. Just follow his website and do a preliminary estimate of what your job will be and pay a small deposit. He comes over and re-measures your windows with perfection. He leaves two colored solar screen samples of either 80% or 90%, along with a pre-selected window frame that work best for your home. If you don't like what he selected then you can choose from his other color samples. I trusted his selection as he did an awesome job on my brother's home. I would certainly hire his company again and recommend them to our family and friends. Great job, Josh!!! read more

I hired Josh to put solar screens on every window on my home and he did a fantastic job. The process is simple: - Request a quote (requires a small deposit) specifying which windows you want to have done - Josh comes out and measures the windows to prepare a full estimate. - Once you've paid the estimate, the screens are made (every screen is custom made), delivered, and installed. They even haul off your old screens if desired. The only decisions you have to make are which windows to put screens on, what color screens/frames, and if you want the 80% or 90% (referring to how much light is blocked). Josh left samples of each frame as well as the different materials so we could hold them up to the windows, etc. I preferred the 80% - the loss in visibility is almost unnoticeable, while with the 90% made everything look blurry. You can mix and match though, I have four windows with the 90% while the rest are 80%. When researching solar screens, I happened to run into Josh's YouTube videos which covered everything from installation methods to visibility demonstrations. It was pretty clear that he really knew what he was doing. His website also has loads of useful information. So why get solar screens? For me, it was 2 reasons: - MUCH cooler in the house. We used to put the thermostat at 75 during the day and the AC couldn't keep up. Now we have it at 78 during summer days and the AC runs infrequently. The house is more comfortable and we're paying less for energy, that's hard to beat. - The screens prevent people from seeing into open windows during the day. I used to keep the blinds shut all day, but now with the solar screens I rarely close them. I love the screens. The house looks better and is more comfortable while saving money and energy. read more

It is so refreshing to work with a company and an owner who just gets it! We had such a fantastic experience working with Josh Hobbs to add solar screens to our home. The entire process was smooth, efficient, incredibly straightforward and on-time...so hard to find these days! Plus, our solar screens are absolutely stunning... which I didn't even know was possible. Prior to this I had never seen a solar screen that I even halfway liked. We have a wildlife refuge and had an issue with birds crashing into our windows...so solar screens were a necessity vs an option. But, honestly our house looks so much better...the beautiful solar screens added a layer of depth and dimension I didn't anticipate. I'm in real estate and work with various vendors and contractors daily. If every vendor experience was like this one...the world of home renovations would be so much better! He is truly stellar, operates from integrity and has mastered his craft. read more

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Josh and Paula Hobbs are really and truly the very best you will find for installing solar screens on your home. Seriously, look no further!! Their entire process is incredibly streamlined and thorough. You can easily do your own quote with the help of a worksheet on their website which allows you to budget for the screens and determine in advance what you are going to be spending. They will come do the official measurements, send you a very detailed work order, schedule the installation and perform the work ... really all without you needing to be home or meet them in person. Although, I enjoyed meeting them a few times in person and chatting with them, what great folks!! We got a mix of 80% and 90% brown solar screens on every window of our home. We also had them make some custom screens for a porch we were building. It all looks amazing and really adds a clean, finished look to the house. Well over a year later and honestly they look like they were just installed yesterday. Even with all of these wind storms as of late, they look perfect - no damage or anything to speak of from the wind. Before the solar screens, so much heat came into a few of our rooms through the windows and those rooms are now able to stay cool and feel comfortable. Low and behold we are using those rooms more! The air conditioner had no chance of keeping some spots of our home cool no matter how hard it cranked during the summer months. We are actually able to keep the entire home a few degrees cooler in the summer which has added to our overall enjoyment of our house as for years we always felt like the house just couldn't cool down regardless of the thermostat setting. Thanks to Josh and Paula and their great prices, professionality and process from bid to install - we have a great addition of the solar screens to our home! read more

Wow, it's refreshing meeting business owners like Josh Hobbs who are just good people and go out of their way to help. Yesterday, Josh and his team installed solar screens on my neighbors home. (They look great by the way!) After asking Josh how much he would charge me to replace/install a few screens that had fallen off my home, Josh, without hesitation, offered me the use of some refurbished screens that he had with him. I agreed and he and his team quickly installed them. I'm blessed by Josh's willingness to save ME money. He could have easily tried to sell me brand new solar screens for my entire home, or charge me more for the three screens I needed. Thankfully, he didn't! His gesture showed me that he is an honest businessman. I'm happy to highly recommend Josh Hobbs Solar Screen Services because it's clear he operates with integrity. I won't forget experience, and will call on you when I need to replace all of my screens. Thank you Josh and Paula Hobbs!!! read more

Josh was absolutely awesome to work with. If you're in the market for solar screens, you won't find a better service or product. I called Josh on Wednesday hoping to leave a message. However, I was able to reach him and he came out that day to do measurements due to another job he had in the area. I had my quote by the next day and the screens were installed the following Tuesday. He and his partner even helped knock down a mud bird's nest from the window while doing measurements. I don't think you'll find huge variances in pricing for solar screens out there, maybe a few dollars, but nothing significant. So what you're paying for is quality and service, and with Josh Hobbs, that's precisely what you'll get. I ordered the Mocca color which is exclusive to Josh's business. read more

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Outstanding service. Fair price. Quality work. Timely service. Easy to do business with.

Josh did an amazing job on our windows, we initially just had him do the front windows and loved the way they looked, but wanted to see how they affected the light in the summer. Once it started getting warm we could feel the difference between the screened windows and the back windows. So we're having him come back and do those as well! He was fast, accurate and has great pricing. Can't recommend him enough! read more

Truly exceptional service from start to finish! I was looking for solar screens with a great fit, finish, and wanted a decent variety and selection available. Since I like to know what I am getting into, I did a ton of research and browsed through the websites of specialized screen companies throughout the Austin area. I found the information on JoshHobbs.com to be the most informative; it enabled me to take my measurements & even work up an estimate in the middle of the night instead having to wait for normal business hours (when I'm buried in my work and not thinking of my house at all). An email to the company was received with super-fast responsiveness for booking an appointment to have the measurements confirmed. Josh and Mike verified the appointment that morning, then arrived on time. They walked around the house with me to discuss my concerns about everything from sunlight, heat, and glare throughout the day, to privacy and aesthetics... pretty sure we covered everything that I never even thought to ask! From start to finish during the consultation, the questions Josh asked and information he provided made getting the right product selections very simple and fast. After quoting, follow up was clear and informative, and set a clear commitment for delivery and, in spite of the crazy central Texas weather swings (downpour!), Josh and Mike came out, did the installation, and were done in no time. The screens look phenomenal on the house but also made an immediate difference inside. I'm ready for summer now! If you're looking to have your screens redone: look no further. This is the team you want working with you. read more

Really impressed with this company and we love our solar screens. Their website is really helpful as far as estimating the total cost. We were able to easily schedule a free estimate appointment online and didn't even need to be home when they came to measure. The cost was really reasonable so we decided to go for it. They came out a week later (again, no need for us to be home) when they said they would--and did the job correctly and the screens look great. Super customer service and affordable! read more

Josh, who is the owner, came out promptly, measured, and installed our solar screens within two weeks. They look great and are already helping reduce heat and glare from sun. Honest, professional, and local. Use Josh!! read more

Today I was looking at my solar screens that I had Josh Hobbs install 2 years ago. I did not write a review 2 years because I really wanted to see if the product and workmanship really held up. Don't get me wrong, they answer all my question, even the dumb ones, during the inquiry process. They installed on time, and they were quiet and fast. Everything they promised happened. But I believe reviewers really want to know will this investment in my home really last. Well I am here to tell you that 2 years plus into the use of these solar screens have been great. The house is really cooler, sense I monitor how much my air condition comes on, especially now that I work from home. The product is still good as the day it was installed, meaning no fading, chipping, or just falling apart. And just for kicks, my house looks cooler compared to my neighbors. I would highly recommend getting this over new windows, as that was what I was considering originally. More important, I would recommend Josh Hobbs as I cannot stress how solid the workmanship is. I hope this helps other in their decision. read more

From first inquiry phone call to the internet to the actual job, this is top notch service! They came out, measured and in a week we had our installation. Support local business. This is not a huge corporation. The quality of screens and installation was high. Several color options for the screening and the frames to perfectly match your home's exterior. So if you are looking to bring some great shade to your windows and a great look overall to you home, call Josh Hobbs. Thanks guys! read more

I had an absolutely wonderful experience. The whole transaction was done on-line & I never even had to take off work. They went out & measured, emailed me an invoice & I had new screens 5 days later. I was very happy with the customer service & the product. read more

I was looking for an inexpensive way to reduce energy bills and cool down the house. I chose solar screens. Josh made the process as easy as it gets. I made my own estimate using his easy system (I actually over measured so it was cheaper) and then he took over from there. A quick measurement followed by an easy to read bid with color recommendations and samples were ready in just a couple of days. He showed up on installation day as he said he would and quickly had the whole house done. The screens look wonderful! No surprises and a great job. Highly recommended! read more

This is the most pleasant experience I think I've ever had with any home contract/services company! The quality is exceptional, the cost is very good and they look great. Josh is direct, organized and ON TIME! Their operations is a fine, tuned machine. With the curved windows, colored screens and frames... curb appeal is fantastic. As others have said... EASY! read more

Josh and his company are great to work with--honest, friendly, and reliable. These are the folks to contact for high quality solar screens that reduce energy costs and look great aesthetically. read more

Had 19 screens made for my home. Info, cost and date for sizing was easy and on time. One screen did not fit properly. No fuss, no muss, Josh said he will have it resized and in place in 1 week. That's exactly how it was done. Now that's the way to do business. Looks good, priced right and service with a smile. Thank you. read more

Used the site calculator to get an idea of cost. Josh called to discuss my questions and 3 days later came by for an official estimate. Super nice guy and estimate I got from site almost exactly what he quoted. Paid invoice then 2 weeks later screens were installed. They look amazing. Better than expected and quality product. My house looks totally different, for the better, and is so much cooler inside. Great work, very happy. read more

Great experience. Prompt, polite, knowledgeable, top shelf service. His screens exceeded my expectations in fit, materials, and looks. Was always quick to respond to questions and provided accurate and timely responses. Support your local Mom and Pop business. This is not a large company or corporation. He is truly customer orientated and very easy to deal with. A superior product, prompt service, quality installation---what more could you ask for. Will recommend to all who ask and my friends--my go to screen person !!!! read more

Really easy to order solar screens. I never met the owners, but they did everything they promised. Paula helped me pick a color over the phone using Google Earth that matched our brick perfectly. We went with the chocolate which is not as severe as the black, but gets the job done as well. I paid online, and two weeks later they were in. The screens give us great privacy, cut the heat and help keep the windows clean from rain/sprinklers. It seems like the AC is not turning on as often so I look forward to my next electric bill. We chose the 80% and the morning sun that beat into our dining room is now pleasant light. It was an easy and painless home improvement. A couple of days after they went in, we wondered why we hadn't installed them earlier. Happy to recommend Josh and Paula. read more

Josh and team were great, came out quickly, very pleasant to work with, had the screens made and installed within 2 weeks. The entire process was smooth sailing and easy. I wish other businesses would take a page out of Josh's book. I highly recommend them! read more

It is a pleasure to provide a 5-star ranking for Josh Hobbs Solar Screen Services! The rating is fully earned based on site ease of use, informational support, pricing tools, and dedication to customers service. Josh was helpful and considerably patient with ensuring we understood how to take the appropriate measurements. Likewise, follow through and order status is exceptional. We moved from Arizona with tons of experience with solar screens and found Josh Hobbs Solar Screen Services stellar in all categories! read more

I relied on a Facebook recommendation from a neighbor to use Josh Hobbs for replacing my home's window screens, and it paid off! I was not satisfied with the quality of the screens on my house when I bought it two years ago, so I called Josh and described the specifics of my situation. He listened carefully, visited my home to see the situation, took measurements, and tailored a screen plan specific to the needs of my home, Along the way, he gave me links to videos that described exactly how he built and installed his screens, which was very helpful to my understanding. And, he was very patient and pleasant with me throughout the process. He even got me a good person to clean my windows before screen installation. I could not be more satisfied with Josh Hobbs' finished product. Josh put in well-made, perfectly installed, and beautiful screens specifically tailored to my windows so the fit and quality are excellent. It is such an improvement over what I had before, and I am completely satisfied with the finished result. His price was more than reasonable (I actually told him he should be charging more than he did due to the quality of his work). I highly recommend his services. read more