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How Strong is Polyester Mesh?

When you’re ready to make an investment into a screen enclosure, you need to sit down and consider all of your options. You may already be aware that there are different types of materials used for the screens. You may also already know that polyester is by far the strongest type of material used. But […]

What Do Your Neighbors See When They Look at Your Pool Enclosure?

Keeping up with the Joneses may not be the most important thing in life, and you most definitely do not want to succumb to peer pressure at any age, but one thing is for sure: You do NOT want to be that house in the neighborhood that doesn’t maintain the lawn, forgets to take the […]

Pool Cage Restoration: Why It Is More Economical Than Ever in 2018

Pool cages don’t look great forever, as you probably know which is why you stumbled towards our blog. Each year we are contacted by prospective customers who are sick of looking at metal beams that are fading, turning green, and have rust stains, and would like to get a new pool cage. Most are surprised […]

What to Consider When Choosing the Mesh for Your Re-screen (or New Screen Enclosure)

Is it time to re-screen your pool cage or screen enclosure? Or have you recently purchased a screen enclosure or pool cage and are wondering how to go about choosing the best mesh for your enclosure? The process might seem daunting, but it is easier than you think! Here in this article, we are going to walk you through the […]

Why Many Pool Cages In SWFL Need A Re-screen After Only 3 Years

If you recently purchased a new home and found the screen mesh to be tearing or falling out after just a couple years, you’ve certainly wondered how long screen mesh should last. And you’re not alone, many home owners around southwest Florida have thought the same thing after needing to re-screen their relatively new pool […]

Pool’s Cage Restoration Buyer’s Guide

WHEN IS TIME TO RESTORE A SCREEN ENCLOSURE?You are the proud owner of a screen enclosure. You host pool parties, barbeques, enjoy wine and bug free evenings under the stars, as well as many other outdoor activities for family and friends. The screen enclosure comes in mighty handy! However, you are also the primary caregiver […]

6 Things Every Consumer Needs to Know About Getting Their Pool Enclosure Rescreened

All pool enclosures will eventually need to be rescreened, whether the screen’s lifespan is 20 years or just 3. Weak or discolored screens detract from your home’s value and usefulness without giving you anything valuable in return. Screens can become torn and damaged to the point that they no longer serve any purpose at all. […]

5 Signs It Is More Economical to Get a Full Re-screen Than to Replace Panel by Panel

Commonly, homeowners want to replace just one panel if they see a damaged section of screen in their pool cage or screen enclosure. After all, that’s the piece that most urgently needs attention, right? Maybe or maybe not. Replacing all the screen, panel by panel is an expensive proposition. When you replace by the individual panel, […]

Screen Enclosure Restoration Buyers Guide

BUYERS GUIDESCREEN ENCLOSURERESTORATIONWhen is The Right Time to Restore A Screen EnclosureWhat Does A Restoration Include?How Much Does A Screen Enclosure Restoration CostHow Long Does It Takes to Complete A Pool Enclosure Renovation?Choosing A Contractor for Screen Enclosure Restoration When is Timeto RestoreA Screen EnclosureYou are the proud owner of a screen enclosure. You host […]

Challenges Of Painting A Pool Cage

It’s recommended that you repaint your house every 5-10 years depending on environmental conditions to keep the curb appeal top notch. A pool enclosure is no different. As we know, the type of paint used plays a large part in how long the finish will last. Unfortunately the industry standard finishing on pool enclosure members […]

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