Pool Cage Restoration & Screen Replacement in Cape Coral, FL

Cape Coral pool cages take a beating. Hurricanes tear screens. UV turns fiberglass mesh brittle and gray within five to seven years. Salt air corrodes aluminum frames, especially on canal-front lots. Every storm season adds more wear. If your cage has torn screens, sagging panels, corroded framing, or a door that will not close right, a full teardown is usually not necessary — restoration brings the cage back to like-new condition.

Common Problems

Torn or missing screen panels are the most common issue. UV-degraded fiberglass mesh gets brittle and rips easily from wind, animals, or even light pressure. Individual panels or the entire cage can be rescreened.

Corroded aluminum framing is the second most common problem, especially on waterfront properties. The contractor straightens bent members, replaces corroded sections, reinforces weak connection points, and applies corrosion treatment to extend frame life.

Door issues include torn screen, worn rollers, broken closers, and misaligned locks. Cage doors are repaired or replaced as part of any restoration.

Rescreening Options

Standard fiberglass mesh is the economy choice — lightweight, affordable, blocks insects. It typically lasts five to seven years in Cape Coral before UV degradation makes it brittle.

Polyester mesh is more durable and pet-resistant. It costs more but handles physical impact much better. Families with dogs usually pick this option.

Solar mesh is the premium upgrade. It blocks significant UV and heat while still allowing airflow. Swapping to solar mesh on the west and south panels of a cage reduces temperatures underneath by 40 to 60 percent.

Super screen is the highest-grade option. It blocks the most UV, resists the most wind, and lasts the longest. It is also the most expensive — a smart choice for homeowners planning to stay in the house long-term.

Timeline

Most residential rescreening jobs take one to three days. A full restoration including frame repair, complete rescreening, and door replacement typically takes three to seven days. Contractors in the Cape Coral Shades network schedule around your availability and minimize disruption to the pool area.

Post-Hurricane Demand

After every hurricane season, demand for pool cage restoration spikes across Lee County. If a cage was damaged in a storm, get on the schedule early — wait times grow fast once the storm passes and every homeowner calls at once.

Pricing

Basic rescreening runs $2,000 to $8,000 depending on cage size and mesh type. Full restoration including frame repair, complete rescreening, hardware replacement, and door service runs $5,000 to $20,000+. Exact pricing is confirmed during the on-site assessment.

Free Estimate

Call (239) 402-9525 or request an assessment online. Cape Coral Shades will connect you with a contractor who inspects the cage, documents damage, and gives you a written scope and price.