Your Backyard. Your Shade. Your Way.
Retractable awnings designed for Florida living. Comfort, control, and curb appeal.
Effortless Control
Extend or retract your awning in seconds. Manual crank or full motorized operation with remote control.
Built for Florida Sun
Block harsh UV rays, reduce patio heat, and protect your outdoor furniture from fading all season long.
Custom to Your Home
Every awning is sized and finished to complement your home, not just dropped in from a catalog.
Why Homeowners Choose Sunbird Awnings & Shades
Fair Pricing, Always
We believe the right price shouldn't require negotiation. You get our best number upfront, every time.
30 Years of Outdoor Product Experience
We've been solving outdoor living problems since 1993. We know what holds up in Florida's heat and what doesn't.
Father & Son, Not a Franchise
Sunbird is a family business. When you call us, you talk to us. When we install, we stand behind it.
A Family That's Been in the Outdoor Business Since 1993
Glen Sr. and Glen Jr. have spent decades helping homeowners make the most of their outdoor spaces. It started in Upstate New York with quality sheds and outdoor furniture. When the family relocated to Florida and went looking for a retractable awning, they found overpriced products, poor service, and quality that didn't match the cost. So they went looking for something better, and found Aristocrat Awnings, a USA-made product line with the quality and value they'd been searching for. Sunbird Awnings & Shades was born from that search.
Learn More About UsServing the Greater Gulf Coast Area
We install retractable awnings across four counties in Southwest Florida.
Manatee County
Parrish, West Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Ellenton, Palmetto
Sarasota County
Sarasota, Venice, Northport, Siesta Key area
Hillsborough County
South Tampa, Carrollwood, Riverview, Ruskin, Apollo Beach
Pinellas County
St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and surrounding communities
Not sure if we serve your area? Call us at 941-400-3261.
What We Install
We specialize in one thing, retractable awnings, and we do it right.
Every Sunbird awning is custom-sized to fit your exact space and built by Aristocrat, an American manufacturer with over 80 years of craftsmanship behind every product. Whether you want a simple hand-crank setup or a fully motorized system you can operate from your phone, we have an option that fits your space and your budget.
- Manual Operation
- Simple, reliable, and budget-friendly. A quality hand-crank system that extends and retracts smoothly.
- Motorized Operation
- One button extends your shade. Available with remote control, wall switch, or smartphone control.
- Wind Sensor Option
- Automatically retracts your awning when wind speeds reach an unsafe level. Protects your investment.
- Sunbrella Fabric Selection
- Fade-resistant, UV-blocking fabrics in dozens of colors and patterns to complement your home.
- Custom Sizing
- We measure your space and build to fit. No awkward gaps, no guessing.
- USA-Made by Aristocrat
- Every awning we install is manufactured in the United States to exacting quality standards.
A Family Business You Can Trust
We're new to the Gulf Coast, but we're not new to this business. Here's what our customers say about working with us.
"Glen Sr. walked us through every option without any pressure. The awning was installed perfectly and looks incredible over our back patio. We couldn't be happier."
Robert M.
Lakewood Ranch, FL
"Fair pricing and they showed up when they said they would. In Florida that alone puts them ahead of half the competition. The quality of the awning is excellent."
Diane C.
Sarasota, FL
"I appreciated that I was dealing directly with the owner. Glen Jr. answered every question I had and made the whole process easy. Highly recommend."
Tom B.
Apollo Beach, FL
Authorized Aristocrat Awnings Dealer, Proudly Serving the Gulf Coast
Questions We Hear All the Time
If something is on your mind, it's probably on here. If not, just call us.
Still have a question? Call us at 941-400-3261 or send us a message.
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