An Exposed Upper Deck In Ankeny Became A Private Entertaining Space

A homeowner in Ankeny, Iowa had an upper deck they were barely using. Open to the street, visible from neighboring properties, and loud enough to make morning coffee feel more like an errand than a routine — the space had potential they were not getting. A motorized PowerScreen spanning the full width of the deck changed that — see our motorized patio screens page for full specs.

The screen runs on a zipper retention track, which keeps the fabric locked in place under wind load rather than billowing out or lifting. That detail matters on an upper deck in Iowa where conditions are not predictable. Fabric selection was driven by the privacy need — neighbors on both sides and foot traffic visible from the street. The motor runs quietly and the screen deploys or retracts completely without manual handles or cranks.

Both the fabric and motor carry a 20-year warranty. The deck went from a space the homeowners avoided to the one they use most. If a deck, porch, or patio is sitting unused because it lacks privacy or shelter, get a free estimate and we will put together the right configuration for the opening.