Pool cage rescreening is one of the bigger maintenance costs for a Florida pool home. Prices vary a lot from house to house, and online numbers rarely match a real quote. Here is what actually moves the price, so you can read any quote with confidence.
1. Size and number of panels
Most companies price by square footage or by panel. A small lanai might have 20 panels; a large pool cage can have well over 100. Roof panels are often larger than wall panels, and each one takes time to strip, clean and rescreen.
2. Height and roof style
A tall or two-story cage needs more ladder work and planning. Mansard and dome roofs have angled panels that take longer than a flat gable section.
3. Mesh choice
Standard 18x14 charcoal mesh is the most common. 20x20 no-see-um mesh and heavier pet-resistant mesh cost more. Many owners use standard mesh on the roof and upgrade only the lower walls.
4. Condition of spline and hardware
Old spline is almost always replaced during a rescreen. Door closers, handles and kick plates may also need replacement, which adds to the total.
5. Access
Tight side yards, heavy landscaping, or a cage on a second-floor deck slow the work down.
Panel repair vs. full rescreen
If only a few panels are damaged and the rest of the mesh is still flexible and dark, replacing panels is the better value. If you press on the mesh and it tears easily, or more than a third of the cage has damage, a full rescreen usually makes more sense in the long run.
How to get an accurate quote
- Send one wide photo from each side of the cage.
- Send close-ups of damaged panels.
- Tell us if you want any mesh upgrades.
With those, we can give you a clear number. Call (689) 378-0760, Monday–Saturday 9–7.