--- title: "Awnimation — Window Treatments | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-treatments/awnimation-pfvwus-pf~185603114 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~185603114.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: Awnimation category: ["Window Treatments"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/da93da77056dc7a5_8950-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Carrollton, Texas 75007, United States" latitude: 33.0033 longitude: -96.882 phone: "(214) 717-2943" website: http://awnimation.com rating: 5 review_count: 13 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 11 last_updated: 2026-08-17 --- # Awnimation Original Houzz profile: [Awnimation](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-treatments/awnimation-pfvwus-pf~185603114) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Window Treatments - **Location:** Carrollton, TX - **Serves:** Carrollton - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (13 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2016–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 100 Ideabook Saves We are a full service awning and shading company established in 2004. Owner and Dallas native Don Vanicek has 30 plus years of experience in the shading industry. His extensive background and knowledge of shading products make Awnimation a sought after and frequently recommended company. www.shadeourworld.com is the "DIY" division of Awnimation. We specialize in retractable awnings, fixed awnings, interior and exterior screens, skylight and roofing systems. We have a vast portfolio of shading product options. We offer economical options and products for the discerning consumer. Awnimation is affiliated with the World's leading motorization and fabric manufacturers. We proudly serve the DFW metroplex and surrounding areas and look forward to assisting you with your shading needs. Our expert installers are also available to install or repair previously acquired products. ### Areas Served - Carrollton ### Typical Job Cost $500 - Prices vary based on size, motorization options and fabric selections. We offer economical options and products for the discerning consumer. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Awnimation | | Address | Carrollton, Texas 75007, United States | | Phone | (214) 717-2943 | | Website | http://awnimation.com | | Followers on Houzz | 11 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/awnimation/ - Blog — www.awnimation.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Awnimation](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-treatments/awnimation-pfvwus-pf~185603114) - **Website:** http://awnimation.com - **Phone:** (214) 717-2943 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2016–2026), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 13 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Lisa, Jan. 2025** > I would only use Awnimation for my awning/screen needs from now on. I'm so glad I found them. Don and his crew were fantastic. Don knows what he's doing and put me immediately at ease. I also found his prices to be significantly better than the competition. He did everything he could to minimize my out of pocket cost. In about two weeks, we were ready to go with the new screen and his crew arrived and installed it in about 45 minutes of so. Wow! They really helped us out and I would definitely use them again. **★★★★★ — HU-861477645, April 2022** > Don responded promptly to my inquiry about a Sunsetter retractable awning. He came to my home, measured & ordered the product. Installed 14 ft x 10 ft awning 3 weeks later to perfection. Jason & Jeremy, the installers, we’re highly organized, efficient & very knowledgeable about the product. These guys did an amazing job. Great company, easy to work with & very trustworthy. Thank You! **★★★★★ — David Thomson, March 2019** > Don and Jason replied immediately to my initial request, they came out and measured for a custom awning within 24 hours, gave a reasonable quote, delivered and installed a few days early, picked up after themselves, and the awning looks great. What more can you ask? **★★★★★ — rainhorn, July 2016** > These guys were true craftsman. They put up a 14' shade over our upstairs balcony. They made precise cuts into the eves which had vinyl siding to put up the brackets that hold the awing. Cuts were perfect. The shade cuts down the afternoon sun from the West. I would hire them back in a minute. **Comment from Awnimation:** > Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure working with you. Please keep us in mind for any of your future shading needs. **★★★★★ — Pam Welch, July 2016** > Don is who should should call for all your awning needs. Does what he says he will do and always calls back when you leave a message. Very easy to work with and very knowledgeable about his products. Did a great job after a hail storm replacing our awning and Don knew what to do when we called him!! Highly recommend! **Comment from Awnimation:** > Thanks for the review. It was a pleasure working with you. > > Please keep us in my for any future shading needs. **★★★★★ — Jill Dobbins, July 2016** > Excellent product and such great service. Can't say enough about them. Recommend them highly. In my opinion, you can't go wrong if this is the type of product you are looking for. **Comment from Awnimation:** > Thanks for the review. It was a pleasure working with you. > > Please keep us in my for any future shading needs. **★★★★★ — dnsteffel, July 2016** > Awnimation (Don V.) really helpful in fulfilling our needs. Kept us informed as severe spring weather became a factor and backed up work. Definitely recommend Awnimation. **Comment from Awnimation:** > Thanks for the review. It was a pleasure working with you. > > Please keep us in my for any future shading needs. **★★★★★ — marshall6167, April 2016** > Don came to house - recommended motorized awning - I agreed - gave me an approximate install date - which I thought was well within the time frame I wanted -- gave estimate of time to install and costs > > EVERYTHING was met and exceeded -- if only every contractor could be as professional and timely **Comment from Awnimation:** > Thanks for the review. It was a pleasure working with you. > > Please keep us in my for any future shading needs. **★★★★★ — keiltys, March 2016** > I selected a retractable awning for our patio form Awnimation through > Don Vanicek. He & his assistant arrived as scheduled & installed the awning. They were efficient and through. We are pleased with the product and the professional service Mr. Vanicek afforded us! **★★★★★ — am\_express, Nov. 2015** > Great people to work with. Problem solvers, attention to detail, just a couple of my observations. Yes, would use again. **★★★★★ — jaelgerman, Nov. 2015** > Excellent job. Great attitude. Installed our new Sun Setter in one day. Worked around the difficulties presented by the site where the awning needed to be installed. I'll hire them again. **★★★★★ — Carol D, Nov. 2015** > Great service! Worked hard to provide best possible solution that met budget. Highly recommend. Very personable and reliable. Would use again. ## Selected projects - [Retractable Awnings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/retractable-awnings-pj-vj~1344082) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 22 - Description: Lateral arm awnings cool areas on hot days and shade large banks of windows or large outdoor living areas. Protect windows and interior furnishings from harsh sun. Enhance curb appeal or provide privacy. Sizes range from 17' projections and 40' widths. Can add up to 680 sq. ft. of shaded living area. Available as manually cranked or motorized system. World's leading motors and fabrics with dozens of designer color and pattern options available. Affiliated with leading industry experts such as -… - [Interior Drop Shades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interior-drop-shades-pj-vj~1362701) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Vertical drop screens provide solar heat reduction on windows and outdoor living areas. Enclose existing covered areas or convert unused patios into another room. Screen offer daytime privacy and reduce air conditioning costs. Also restrict insect intrusions. Available in many different shading coefficient solar screen fabrics. Choice of manual crank or motorized. Cover up to 17' widths and 20' drops. Systems available in white, bronze, desert sand and clear anodized extruded aluminum. Option to… - [Fixed Awnings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fixed-awnings-pj-vj~1347981) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 31 - Description: Fixed or motorized awnings for homes or businesses are a decorative way to shade sunny areas. Consider patio awnings and window awnings to match. We also offer motorized awnings retractable awnings. Mild custom welded galvanized square steel tubing. Fixed frames are strongest in the industry and guaranteed for life. Ability to design, build and install almost any awning you can conceive. Many shapes, sizes and decorative enhancements available. Many popular fabrics including Sunbrella. Can reduc… - [Umbrellas & Sail Shades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/umbrellas-and-sail-shades-pj-vj~1344251) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - Description: Umbrellas and sail shades are easy to install. Shade large areas. Retractable and adjustable. - [Exterior Drop Screens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/exterior-drop-screens-pj-vj~1344126) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 27 - Description: Vertical drop screens provide solar heat reduction on windows and outdoor living areas. Enclose existing covered areas or convert unused patios into another room. Screen offer daytime privacy and reduce air conditioning costs. Also restrict insect intrusions. Available in many different shading coefficient solar screen fabrics. Choice of manual crank or motorized. Cover up to 17' widths and 20' drops. Systems available in white, bronze, desert sand and clear anodized extruded aluminum. Option to… [See all 5 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-treatments/awnimation-pfvwus-pf~185603114) ## Ideabooks - [Wall Tile](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/157388584/list/wall-tile) — 2 ideas - [Shower](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144322104/list/shower) — 7 ideas - [Dining](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70747621/list/dining) — 28 ideas [See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/nvanicek) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-17.*