When I moved into my house, we had sails up that were pretty, but extremely cheap. We could tell they weren't going to last and, sure enough, they came down in less than a month when the first strong winds picked up. We wanted to match the feel of privacy and shade that the sails had provided, but wanted a solution that was built to last. I talked with several contractors and got different quotes. Although Got Shade was not the cheapest one, I decided to go with them because Derek was extremely helpful in coming up with a design that was better at giving us what we wanted than what we even had in mind originally. I really have to give him credit for his patience and willingness to work with us to come up with different ideas, putting together revised proposals, and even renderings to make sure we were really happy with the design. Once we signed the contract, Eric and his team were out about a week later to install the posts. The posts look really nice and have a powder coating that should prevent any rust for years. The posts themselves are galvanized steel and, unlike our prior sail install, surely won't have any issues in the wind. Eric was great to deal with, answered all our questions, his team was quick, and they cleaned up everything completely after the posts were installed. About two weeks later, the sail had been fabricated and they came out to install it, which took less than an hour. Overall, we are very satisfied with the sail and the entire experience with Got Shade from consultation to design to final completion. It's an investment, but a worthwhile one to know that the posts and sails are going to last and look great for years. read more

I am so happy with this company! After doing research online for a sail shade company I came across Got Shade Now. They were swift with their response to my inquiry. After speaking with Derek and meeting Eric they were able to come to our school and take care of our needs. The turnaround time from receiving a quote to installation was smooth. The workmanship of their team and the finished product was exactly what we were looking for. The quality of the shades and the overall aesthetic is better looking than we could have expected at our middle school. High recommend this company. We need more sail shades and this will be our go to company! read more

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I am on the PTO at my kids school and we decided to move forward with a shade project we had talked about doing for a few years over the courtyard area between buildings. Derek had his project manager come out within two days to take drone images and get a rendering done so we could see what the completed project would look like. The recommendations he had were so helpful to ensure we had the most shade coverage. Then the trees that would have been in between the sails were trimmed before the job was done and instead of a slight trim they were completely chopped. This totally changed the layout and size that we needed in order to make up for the lost shade that the trees would have provided. He had new drone images done, new renderings and came up with a plan that worked perfectly. The job was done within a week and they are absolutely amazing. Everyone I have talked to said they are so much better than they would have ever expected. They look beautiful, so professionally done and so easy to work with Derek and his team. Thank you Got Shade and Derek! read more

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Derek and his team did a great job on our trellis cover from start to finish. I originally wanted a slide-wire cover to give us some reprieve from the summer sun, and it took me ages to find someone who could do it. After talking with Derek and having him come out to give us an estimate, however, he convinced me that a trellis cover would be better. The upside: a trellis cover also costs a lot less! When his team initially came out to install it, the cover was too short. To their credit, they stopped work and came back at a later date without us having to insist on it or even mention it. I really appreciate this dedication to quality. read more

Shade Sails - Got Shade Now - Installed trellis cover - much better solution to the slide wire I thought I wanted - Shades & Blinds Near Me - Woodland Hills, California

Derek is awesome and very professional. Showed up on time and was very easy and informative on how to best address our patios need for something unique, stylistic , affordable and practical. He was very responsive and was very friendly prompt getting back to me when I had any questions or concerns. They offer a great product and I will definitely call upon them again on more projects both residential and commercial read more

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What an amazing team! This is the second shade I've had installed by Got Shade and, yet again, I have no regrets about this purchase. The shade we installed reduced the temperature of our patio by at least 15 degrees, but still allowed plenty of light to come into the house. It looks beautiful and was custom made and installed with a team of professionals who worked quickly. Derek and his crew are wonderful to work with. I wish I had more room in my backyard to install more shades. If you haven't looked into this, you're missing out on a huge opportunity to improve your home's beauty with a truly functional addition. read more

Moved into our home end of April. The backyard was bare with one sumac tree on the corner. Shopped around for a shade sail and eventually connected with Derek. I discussed with him my ideas and he gave me recommendations and eventually came up with a design. We signed the contract and shortly after Eric and his team came and installed the posts. The posts were powder coated galvanized iron and made to last. Eric was very helpful in answering any of my questions and very pleasant to work with. Although the shade came in a week later than planned due to availability of materials the install was very straightforward and only took less than an hour. Eric showed me when I asked how to take down the sail if I ever find the need to do so. The shade is guaranteed to last at least 10 years and the whole install looks sturdy. I will definitely go with Derek and Eric and his team in the future for other projects. Oh and did I mention Derek did not asked for DP until after the posts were installed. Great working with you guys Rafa read more

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I couldn't recommend this company more! They are amazing. From the first phone call all the way to finished product they are 5 stars. When I first called to inquire about their services, I was given a thorough detailed explanation of the entire process and all my questions answered so patiently. The initial consultation with Derek was phenomenal. He worked with me through the whole process again with so much patience. We went through 3 different designs until we came up with the final solution that worked best for our space and needs. Eric did the instal and he was as pleasant and patient as the rest of the team. The final product was fantastic. Couldn't be happier!! Thanks guys!!! Wish I could insert the pic but not working. read more

We had an unfortunate failure with our existing shade sail during a big rain. Derek was very helpful with diagnosing and figuring out our failure was a poor install by the previous installer. Derek got us a quote fast and even though we started the job months after his original quote he was able to honor the quote and had the job done fast and exactly as quoted. The work speaks for itself and looks amazing!!! He's got a great group of guys working for him which makes a great team that puts out good work. read more

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This is the highest quality product we have found! The Got Shade team did a remarkable job installing the shade sails over our courtyard, dramatically reducing heat from the fierce Palm Springs sun while still allowing a gentle light into the space. We've attached photos to demonstrate how well Derek designed the shapes of the sails to provide a truly artistic touch to our shading needs. These sails are rigged with steel cables that hold them in place so well that the recent wind storm did nothing, they didn't even move! The quality of shade sails fabric selection was excellent and we chose the Capri Blue, which sparkles like the water in our pool beneath it. As background, we were replacing the Got Shade Sails that were in a beige color that the previous homeowners had installed about 8 years ago. We realized we wanted to replace them with a blue color. We chose to stay with Got Shade Sails because the original beige sails were still in new looking condition, after 8 years in the desert sun! They were in such good shape that our neighbors asked for them when we replaced them with the Capri fabric. It is a true statement of quality that the original beige sails from our home's former owner are now living on at a new home, their quality so good that they should easily last yet another 8-10 years. read more

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For some time, we had been looking for a company to install professional grade shade sails. We found Got Shade online and they proved professional at every step. Photographing the yard, digital mock ups, then options options options. They work with the customer on timelines, build & design options, placement issues, cost, Etc. Expect to pay for a quality job, but you won't regret it. Wow are these shade sails nice! read more

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My company did some work Wize Choice Tile and Grout restoration in January .Derek, showed me some awnings he had installed THEY JUST BEAUTIFUL" His workman ship and dedication to creating that shade is spot on!! So shade is what you want and quality Got shade is your company. read more

Had a great experience with Derek and his team. Professional, on time and A+ quality work. I was uncertain about the design I wanted so Derek was patient and offered more options than I even asked for. I would absolutely recommend Got Shade to anyone looking for sail shade design and installation. read more

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Got Shade has amazing quality and service! They are also a great sponsor of Thousand Oaks High Football program.

If you are contemplating a sail shade, definitely go with Got Shade. Derek did everything over the phone and home visit. Much cooler than other shade products....temperature too. Scott Hall read more

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Even though Derek was real busy he had remembered me from a few years ago and had kept photo's of the work I wanted. 3 shade sails, 2 attached to the house and 1 freestanding. Erick came around my house within a few days and measured up, we had the posts installed a week or so later and 2 week after that they snapped in the shade sails. All so simple. They cleaned up after themselves and did not break any pipes or damage any plants. read more

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Well... I got to say I'm very very impressed. There is one way to create shade and there is a professional way to do it. Those guys used only high-quality materials and made sure everything is 100% secured. I feel very confident that this product will last forever and I also know if I have any issues whatsoever they will resolve it on the spot because working with them was a pleasure from the first minute you get on the phone with them. Honest people, polite, patient and super professional. I'm a very detail person and if they were able to please me I believe they can please most of you guys out there..(-: read more

I worked with Derek on making a sunshade for my backyard outdoor gym area. He was quick to respond to my initial request and sent some one over to make an estimate. Derek came back with a design and price very quickly after. It was quite a bit more than I expected but the great service and professionalism made me have confidence in their work. I had actually reached out to other companies with similar price quotes but terrible customer service. The installation worked in two parts. The production and installation of the steel poles and then a couple weeks later the installation of the shade. It looks great and is exactly what I wanted. read more

It was a pleasure working with Derek, Eric and crew on our shade project. We had them design and install two shade sails, one in the carport area and the other for the patio. I can say that the result is amazing. Definitely looks more stylish than traditional awnings. The crew is also professional and very easy to work with. Highly recommended if anyone is looking for reliable and modern shades. read more

I can't tell you how happy my wife and I are that we made the investment to get the sail shades. They change the entire complex. It's like putting on an additional room. And even though they are covering patio areas it's not like it's a patio with a cover... It's an extension of the house that the living space just flows from inside to outdoors. I can't tell you enough how professional these guys were. Yes it's pricey but it's definitely worth the investment and the quality materials and the quality of the work A big shout out to Derek and Eric for all their professionalism and willingness to work with us. read more

Got Shade installed four shades for us and I was very happy with their performance. They kept to the promised schedule, were always available by phone, spent the time to explain the installation and kept promises they made. I would not hesitate recommending them and using them again in the future. read more

We've used Got Shade multiple times and they have completely transformed our west-facing backyard in the San Fernando Valley. In the heat of the summer, our back patio and backyard was almost unusable due to the heat, but after Derek and Got Shade finished, we have multiple little oasis spots throughout. And our air conditioner bill is reduced as well as there is less direct sunlight coming into our windows in the late afternoon. It's truly been a game changer. Derek and his team are a pleasure to work with and really listen to what you are looking for while also offering best practices based on their experiences. read more

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As president of my HOA, I deal with a lot of vendors who come to our development to perform work. I'm happy to say that Derek and his company, Got Shade Sales, rates as one of the best. He works with you to insure that you get the look you want. His prices are very reasonable and work is done in a timely and professional manner. I would heartily recommend Got Shade for any individual or large project. read more

We used Got Shade for our school. Very professional and truly an awesome company. Highly recommend! Great communication! Project was completed in a timely manner and a very high quality of work. Very responsive to any questions we had. We had to install the canopies when the kids were not there and Derek and his team were so flexible and made it work! We will be using them again for more projects in the future. read more

After refurbishing our large 10-year old wood patio pergola, I was looking for a durable cover both to protect the wood and provide more shade than the slated wood. I considered all the options, from a cheap fabric cover from Lowe's (a few hundred $) to an alumna wood solid cover ($20k). Then I chanced upon the commercial grade sail covers from GotShade. Derek responded to my online inquiry quickly and walked me through the pros and cons; mostly pros in my opinion. Yeah, it was going to cost multiples of the cheap retail cover from Lowe's, but I was not looking for something that would lose its UV protection properties in a year or so and have to be completely replaced every 2-3 years. And we had determined that putting a solid cover over our 600 sf back patio would starve the adjacent den inside of indirect sunlight. So, I considered Got Shade's sail to be more attractive than a solid cover, admitting plenty of indirect light while providing good shade for the patio, costing a fraction of the cost of alumna wood and still lasting 20 years. I was further pleased with my choice when foreman Oscar did a fantastic job installing it ... incredible attention to detail and pride of workmanship. I'd rate Got Shade six stars if I could. read more

Shade Sails - Got Shade Now - Direct sunlight is completely diffused, but indirect light still gets to the adjacent inside rooms so they aren't darkened. - Shades & Blinds Near Me - Woodland Hills, California

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This crew did a fantastic job installed a shade sail over my backyard. Since the install I've been noticing other homes who clearly installed themselves and it's made me so much more thankful for the Got Shade crew! read more

Built a new outdoor patio area for employees to enjoy lunch. However, it is really hot in Woodland Hills. Got Shade came out, gave us a very competive price and had the entire project finished within a week. Looks awesome. Highly recommend. read more

I am very happy with the shade sails that Derek and his team put up in my yard. We were able to coordinate his team with our electrician to run lights through the pole and have beautiful string lights involved into the design. They even rushed our project so that we would have our finished project ready in time for a 50 person outdoor dinner. I couldn't be happier with this company! read more

I am so happy that I finally found Got Shade, I had been looking to build a shade structure, with roman shades on my deck for over 5 years, I had a number of people come out, and none of them could come up with a plan of how to do it. Got Shade arrived when they said they would, sent me a plan with drawings a week later, and installed it the following week. The guys who did the install were very professional, answered all of my questions, and left things clean when they finished. I love the shades!!! they look amazing- I wish I had found Got Shade years ago! read more

The owner is Incredibly RUDE I was dumfounded at his sarcasm from the moment I asked valid questions he refused to answer. He hung up on me, I called back thinking NO WAY maybe the call dropped. Nope he carried on his voice grew louder and louder then he started cussing!!! Wow the more listened I realized he was NOT having a bad day, I was just dealing with a complete jerk!! No THANKS I don't know how this business got any good reviews....smh read more

Derek and Eric are top notch in what they do, with exceptional service. Derek was friendly, courteous, and took the time to educate us on the product, quality of materials and install, and what to expect. He customized a solution for our space, and made sure the details was to our liking, including offering his opinion when asked. Eric led the installation and was extremely professional - on time, meticulous, left the area clean, and kept us informed. While the project was expensive, the quality shows, and this company was great to do business with. Highly recommend. read more

It was a pleasant experience working with Got Shade. They have a great team, very officiant, they fulfill what was promised, good quality materials. I strongly recommend them. read more

Relationship: Client Project Date: October 2016 Project Price Range: $1,000 - $9,999 Derek and his team at Got Shade were a pleasure to work with. Very knowledgeable, experienced and great service oriented person. He means what he says and delivered what he promised. Our new Little Knights Parent and Me Center Playground in Silver Lake is covered in eco-friendly artificial padded grass, a mini sand castle, water tables, swings, bubble machine, "Cooling-Cloud" misters, mind blowing bubble water feature, outdoor sink and now a NEW super cool sun shade provided and installed by Got Shade. It's a truly magical space ~ Attached picture. Thank you guys keep up the great work! Livinio Stuyck​ Little Knights www.littleknightsla.com read more

I have used Got Shade for two large jobs at my Restaurant and both times i have been overjoyed by the professionalism and hard work. Derek and his team are not only honest and hard working but they genuinely care that you are happy with the product they provide, in my opinion that is very hard to come by these days. Please if you need a shade sail constructed don't bother looking elsewhere, just call these guys!!!!!! I'm glad i did. read more

Although we didn't choose to have Got Shade on the project, we wanted to acknowledge the time and effort they took with us during the preliminary design and bid process. Erik clearly knows what he's talking about and Derek helped to explain in very clear terms what he envisioned would work best for our project. Great guys, great business. read more

What a pleasant experience dealing with the Owner and every single team member of Shade Sails - Got Shade Now. We are utterly delighted with the end result. It matches the look of our house, is wonderful durable quality and looks amazing. It is not invasive and has achieved exactly the look that we wanted. How wonderful to experience pleasant, professional service. Thank you so much. !! read more

Eric and his team were fantastic. They came out to measure our pergola and then came back 10 days later to install. He gave us great advice about where (and where not!) to install shade sails on other areas of the property. The crew was fast and the installation looks great. The shade over the pergola allows us to enjoy our outside area so much more and also helps keep the house cooler! read more

We were more than happy with Derek and his crew. All of his installers were professional , timely, and friendly. The anchor points for the sails were made incredibly strong. The custom made posts are buried quite deep in large diameter post holes dug down very deep. The anchors on the house are made of very thick metal plates screwed into corner wood beams, and one of the anchor loops is reinforced in the attic with a metal brace that they made on the spot. We have seen installations from other companies with thin pole anchors and eye bolt screws anchored into fascia of the house... NO COMPARISON ! In summary: a beautiful design placed by highly professional people. read more

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Derek created a design exactly as I imagined it and the whole experience was easy and fast. I got a quote from another company that was thousands over his and would have taken 6 weeks longer before they could even start. He was kind and patient, his guys were so awesome. I LOVE my shade, my entire yard is SO MUCH cooler. I love that I can spend time outside with my kids during the day again! Highly recommend these guys. read more

After a couple of years procrastinating we decided to go for a sail/shade and chose Got Shade based on a recommendation of a friend who had 5 of them on their property. We had one installed for a car and for the aesthetic - light green to accent the trees --- simply beautiful. The designer and installer were pros and the installation was a breeze. Recommend them highly. read more