How to care for your screen enclosure properly

Our top screen enclosure maintenance tips

Your screen enclosure (also known as a lanai) is the best way to enjoy the great outdoors all year round in Central Florida!

Your screen offers protection from pests, debris, and other outdoor elements, as well as helping you expand your living space. However, like any part of your home, from time to time, it needs a little TLC.

Performing regular screen enclosure maintenance will help you keep your patio pristine, increase the lifespan of your lanai enclosure, and help you avoid damage and costly repairs.

Continue reading to learn our top tips for screen enclosure maintenance.

Keep it clean

Cleaning your screen enclosure regularly prevents the occurrence and buildup of mold, pollen, fungus, algae, and other debris.

If left unattended, allergens can accumulate and pose serious health risks while also causing physical damage to your screen enclosure. What’s more, they can inhibit the air flow through your screen, trapping heat inside and making it feel much hotter than it actually is.

It’s recommended to clean your screen enclosure on an as-needed basis throughout the year, keeping an eye out for debris, pollen, or algae buildup.

To clean your screen, gently scrub each section with a soft scrubbing brush, using a mixture of dish soap and warm water. Then, rinse thoroughly with your hose and let it air dry.

Pro tip: Use your power washer on a low to medium pressure setting for those hard to reach areas or stubborn spots where dirt and stains won’t come clean.

Check for signs of damage or wear and tear

Be sure to regularly inspect your screen enclosure for:

Rusting bolts or screws
Rips and tears
Lifting or loosening
Fading.

If you see any of the above issues occur, don’t delay in getting them fixed! Delaying a necessary repair can result in more extensive damage—and a more costly repair bill in the future.

Pro tip: When hiring a screen enclosure maintenance company, check that they are a reputable contractor that is licensed and insured, and that they guarantee their work.

Follow these screen enclosure maintenance tips and you’ll have a clean, safe, and secure screen for many years to come!

Looking to repair, replace, or install a screen enclosure?

At Moreno & Moreno, we use only the highest quality materials to give you the best protection for your home.

Our screens are constructed with:

Fiberglass screening material – flexible, dent and crease-proof and noncombustible, making it perfect for using your grill without worry
An aluminum frame – which requires NO maintenance
Self-closing and latching doors – for convenience and security.

Many screen enclosure installations in Central Florida can be completed the same day. You can view our completed screen projects here.

Interested in our Orlando screen enclosure services?

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