Shade and Screening Upgrades for Properties You Already Manage
HOAs and property managers work with Sharchs to add shade, cover entries and hide mechanical equipment on buildings that are already standing, without adding to the maintenance list. We fabricate aluminum canopies, sunshades, trellises and equipment screens in Fort Worth, and we’ve produced more than 100,000 linear feet of aluminum sunshades since 2011.
Send photos and rough measurements to get a budget price, or call (817) 725-8164 to talk through a project. When you have plans or field-verified dimensions, we’ll turn that into a firm bid within 2 days.
Where Our Scope Meets Yours
Upgrades on occupied properties go smoothly when a few things are settled before anything is fabricated:
- Field measurements. Existing buildings rarely match the original drawings. We fabricate to field-verified dimensions, confirmed on the shop drawings you approve.
- Attachment to what’s there. Masonry, stucco, EIFS, metal panel and concrete each attach differently. We confirm the wall or roof condition at each location so the attachment fits the building, not a generic detail.
- Board and design approval. Shop drawings and color selections give an HOA board or architectural review committee something concrete to approve before production starts.
- Code and complaints. Many screening projects start with a code enforcement notice or a resident complaint about visible units. A screen has to conceal the equipment while keeping airflow and service access, and it can’t block exit routes.
- Budget timing. A budget price from photos gives the board a working number early. A firm bid within 2 days follows once dimensions are confirmed, before you commit.
Products for Property Managers and HOAs
Equipment Screens
Equipment screens hide rooftop and ground-level HVAC units, condensers and generators behind louvered, solid or semi-private panels that keep the airflow equipment needs. See equipment screens for HOAs and for multifamily communities.
Trellises and Pergolas
Aluminum trellis systems for HOAs shade pool decks, clubhouse patios, courtyards and playgrounds without the sanding and re-staining wood needs. For apartment communities, see trellis systems for multifamily.
Canopies
Aluminum canopies cover entries and walkways, in cantilevered and hanger rod-supported designs. Walkway covers connect parking, buildings and amenities.
Sunshades
Aluminum sunshades cut heat and glare at windows and refresh an older facade. See sunshades for multifamily buildings and our maintenance and lifespan FAQ.
How It Works
- Send photos and rough measurements for a budget price.
- Firm bid within 2 days once we have plans or field-verified dimensions.
- Submittals in 7–10 days. Shop drawings and color selections for approval.
- Production in 8–10 weeks after drawings and field measurements are approved.
- Install or ship. We install in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas and New Mexico, and ship fully fabricated systems anywhere in the U.S. for your contractor to install.
What We Need From You
- Photos of each location, with rough dimensions
- Building plans or site plan, if available
- Equipment make and model, for screening projects
- Any HOA architectural guidelines or color requirements
- Code enforcement notices or design review requirements, if they apply
Plan Your Next Property Upgrade
Send photos and rough measurements and we’ll put a budget price on the shade, screens or canopies your property needs. Get a budget price, or call (817) 725-8164.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you add shade structures or screens to a building that's already built?
Yes. We fabricate to field-verified dimensions and attach to the structure that's there, with attachment confirmed on the shop drawings before production.
We got a code enforcement notice about visible rooftop units. Can you help?
Yes. Equipment screens are often commissioned after a code enforcement notice or a resident complaint about visible HVAC units. Send photos, the equipment locations and the notice, and we'll recommend a screen that conceals the units while keeping the airflow and service access they need.
How much maintenance do aluminum shade structures need?
Very little. Aluminum doesn't rot, rust like steel or need repainting like wood. Occasional washing and periodic inspection are usually enough to keep the finish and hardware in good shape.
Can the color match our community's architectural guidelines?
Yes. We offer Kynar 500/PVDF powder coatings and anodized finishes, including custom color matching, so new structures match existing buildings and stay consistent across phases.
How long does a project take?
Photos and rough measurements get you a budget price. Plans or field-verified dimensions get you a firm bid within 2 days. Submittals follow in 7–10 days, and typical production is 8–10 weeks after you approve the drawings and field measurements.