Screen materials and upgrades
Compare screen materials for insects, pets, sun, privacy, and the view before choosing your repair or rescreen.
Standard and no-see-um screening
Start with the problem you want the mesh to address. Standard insect screening is an option for everyday insect protection; our Lakeland porch project used Phifer 18/14. If small flying insects are the concern, ask about tighter 20/20 no-see-um mesh. The four photos of our Lakeland 20/20 patio project show the screening from inside and outside. Ask to compare samples for the view and airflow you prefer; project photos alone cannot show how a breeze will feel at your home.
Pet-resistant screening and pet doors
Pet-resistant mesh can be considered where pets put additional wear on screening. It is not damage-proof and should not be treated as a barrier that guarantees an animal stays inside. We also offer doggy doors in multiple sizes. Discuss pet access, panel location, and the existing enclosure so the proposed upgrade fits the space.
Solar screen and Florida Glass
If sun exposure is the main concern, ask about solar screening and identify which side of the enclosure receives the unwanted sun. Our Winter Haven project paired solar screen with two new doors; its photos show the porch before and after the work. Ask which solar-screen product is proposed for your enclosure and compare its shade, visibility, and airflow with your priorities. Florida Glass is a separate option to discuss for privacy in selected areas. Confirm suitability for each wall or roof location before choosing a material.
Compare the actual scope and material
We offer a range of screening products, including Phifer options. Ask which material is proposed, where it will be installed, and what product or installation coverage applies. Avoid choosing on a material name alone: visibility, airflow, location, access, and the condition of the enclosure all matter. If the frame, screws, or doors also need work, include those details when requesting your estimate.
Serving Polk and Hillsborough counties
We serve Polk and Hillsborough counties, including Lakeland, Winter Haven, Auburndale, Plant City, Tampa, Brandon, Valrico, and Riverview. Contact us to confirm availability for your address.
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Phifer SunScreen on a small lanai wall
This owner-supplied photo shows Phifer SunScreen being installed on a small lanai wall. Compare it with the Phifer 18/14 used on our Lakeland porch and Phifer 20/20 used in our Davenport refurbishment, then ask which material suits your space.
See the Phifer SunScreen wall projectScreen materials and upgrades FAQs
Where can I see the screen materials used on real projects?
Our Lakeland porch project used Phifer 18/14, our Davenport refurbishment used Phifer 20/20, and the lanai wall photo on this page shows Phifer SunScreen installation in progress. Follow the project links to see the photos and confirmed scope.
Can the same screening be used on every wall and roof panel?
Material suitability depends on the panel location, the enclosure, and your priorities for insects, pets, sun, privacy, airflow, and visibility. Tell us where you want the material installed so we can discuss the options.
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