Full Pool Cage Rescreen in Sarasota, FL

Screen doesn't last forever down here in Sarasota. Between the relentless Florida sun breaking down the fibers, salt air corroding the spline channels, and the occasional tropical storm tearing through town, most pool cage screens need to be replaced every 7 to 10 years. Some make it longer, some don't.

The signs are pretty obvious once you know what to look for. If your screen feels brittle and cracks when you press on it, that's UV degradation — no amount of patching will fix that. If you're seeing daylight through holes in more than a few panels, or if the screen is sagging and pulling away from the frame, it's time. A full rescreen also makes sense if you've had storm damage across multiple sections. Rather than patch five or six panels with screen that won't match the faded original, you replace everything at once and get a uniform look.

We don't just slap new screen on your cage and call it done. Every full rescreen starts with a thorough inspection of the aluminum frame. We check every beam, horizontal bar, and corner bracket for corrosion, stress cracks, and structural issues. If something needs attention, we address it before any screen goes up.

Once the frame is cleared, we remove all old screen, spline, and hardware. We clean out the spline channels so the new spline seats properly — this is the step that separates a professional job from a hack job. Then we install fresh screen panel by panel, working methodically around the cage to ensure consistent tension. Every panel gets secured with new spline, and we replace corroded screws with stainless steel hardware.

After installation, we do a final walk-around with you. We check every panel for proper tension, make sure doors open and close smoothly, and clean up every scrap of material from your property.

The screen you choose matters more than most people realize. Our standard is Phifer 18x14 mesh fiberglass — it's the most popular choice for Florida pool cages because it blocks no-see-ums, provides good airflow, and holds up well to our subtropical climate. It's what most homeowners go with and it does the job well.

For households with pets, we recommend Phifer PetScreen. It's a vinyl-coated polyester that's about seven times stronger than standard fiberglass. Dogs and cats can push against it, scratch at it, and it holds up. It costs more per panel but saves you money on repairs down the road.

We also install Phifer Super Screen for homeowners who want the best UV resistance and longest lifespan. It's a heavier-gauge screen that stands up to Florida's sun better than anything else on the market. Whatever you choose, we'll walk you through the pros and cons so you can make the right call for your home.

We work throughout Sarasota County and the surrounding Gulf Coast communities. Whether you're in Sarasota proper, down in Englewood or Venice, out in North Port, or along the barrier islands like Siesta Key and Longboat Key, we'll come to you for a free estimate. Lakewood Ranch, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis — we cover the whole area.

As a local Englewood-based business, we know the specific challenges that Florida pool cages face. The humidity, the UV exposure, the salt air near the coast, hurricane season — these all affect how your screen holds up and what materials work best for your location. We factor all of that in when we give you a recommendation.