Best Practices to Keep Bugs out of Your Screened Porch
Just because you screen-in your porch doesn’t mean bugs aren’t still going to try to get in. While a screened porch will keep out a lot, you still need to be diligent about insect control if you want to get the most out of your outdoor space. Some of the best practices to keep bugs […]
Does Florida Require a Pool Enclosure? Pool Safety Law Explained
You may have heard that Florida law requires a pool enclosure. That’s not quite right. Florida law requires new residential pools to have at least one approved safety feature, and a screen enclosure is only one way to meet it. Here’s what the law says and how an enclosure fits in. The law: Florida’s Residential […]
Why You Should Have a Screened Lanai
Florida tropical weather can be a delight. And when you live in a warmer climate, you don’t really want to stay cooped up indoors. Yet being in full direct sunlight, coping with insects, and enjoying the outdoors during rainstorms in the midst of the outdoors is not ideal. Many Floridians make use of screened lanais […]
Design Ideas for a Gorgeous Lanai
The term “lanai” sounds like a foreign term to most Americans, largely because lanais are most popular in Hawaii. These outdoor patios and balconies are usually built out from the back or side of the home in order to extend the living area and provide a comfortable and relaxing place to drink a morning cup […]
Frequently Asked Questions about Installing a Pool Enclosure
You may think you’re enjoying your backyard pool right now, but without a screened pool enclosure, you’re missing out on many different benefits. Browse through these frequently asked questions to find out exactly how much you could enjoy a pool enclosure of your own. What Is the Purpose of a Screened Pool Enclosure? Florida’s sunny […]
Could Not Having a Pool Enclosure be Taking Value Off Your Property?
One of the most under-talked about aspects of swimming pool enclosures is how much value they can potentially add to the resale price of your property. How could this be true, you may wonder? Here’s how. Adding Value with a Pool Enclosure Essentially, when you install a pool enclosure, you’re adding on a new room […]
Benefits of Aluminum Pool Enclosure Frames
A screened aluminum pool enclosure lets you use your pool more of the year, with fewer bugs and less debris to deal with. Most pool enclosure frames are made of aluminum, and for good reason. Aluminum frames are durable, need little maintenance, and are light compared to other frame materials.
Bringing Back the Sleeping Porch: An Old Idea that Still Works
Sleeping porches were the norm back in the 19th and early 20th century. They were a great way to cool down in the warmer months of the year. But the introduction of reliable in-door air conditioning led to many home owners not including a good sleeping porch on their house-shopping check list. Fast forward to […]
How an Expert Installs a Screen Enclosure
So, you bought a screen enclosure and want to place it by yourself? Well, luckily these things are easy to assemble. However, if you bought one then it is important that you contact a professional if you want to save some time. Here is how the experts do it: Old Fashioned Enclosures These generally require […]