Pool Cage Repair FAQs
Straight answers to the questions Tampa Bay homeowners ask us most — about costs, timing, screen types, storms, HOAs, and how our quotes work.
Single panel replacement runs $150–$350, partial rescreens $400–$900, and full rescreens on an average-size cage $1,500–$3,000. Structural repairs run $500–$2,500+, and a full cage rebuild starts around $8,000–$20,000+. Final price depends on cage size, mesh type, and frame condition. See our full 2026 cost guide for the breakdown.
Most rescreens take one to three days depending on cage size and crew size. Single-panel repairs are usually done in a few hours. Structural repairs, repainting, or storm damage work add time on top of the rescreen.
18x14 is standard fiberglass mesh — the workhorse for Tampa pool cages, economical and good against mosquitoes. 20x20 is a tighter weave (no-see-um screen) that blocks tiny biting insects like gnats, but costs more and slightly reduces airflow. Choose 20x20 if you live near water or preserves where no-see-ums are a problem.
We install quality fiberglass screen from established manufacturers such as Phifer, in the mesh type that fits your needs — standard 18x14, 20x20 no-see-um, pet-resistant, or solar screen. Unbranded bargain mesh breaks down faster under Florida UV, so we don't install it.
Sometimes. Sudden storm damage (hurricane, tropical storm, falling tree) is often covered under the "other structures" portion of a homeowners policy, but wear and tear and deferred maintenance are not. Document the damage with photos immediately, and check with your insurer about your deductible before filing — small repairs may cost less than your deductible. See our storm damage repair page for what to do after a storm.
Repair when the frame is sound and the problem is screen, fasteners, or doors. Rebuild when the frame is widely corroded, beams are bent or cracked, or anchors are failing — rescreening a dying structure wastes money. A professional inspection will give you a straight answer.
Many Tampa Bay HOAs require approval for exterior work, especially color changes to the frame or a full rebuild. Simple like-for-like rescreens often don't need approval, but check your HOA's architectural guidelines before work starts so the job doesn't get stopped mid-way.
A handy homeowner can replace a low wall panel with a rescreening kit. But roof panels, tall peaks, structural issues, and full rescreens need professional equipment, experience with proper screen tension, and safety gear — a bad DIY rescreen sags, wrinkles, and blows out in the first storm.
We stand behind our workmanship: if a panel we installed fails because of how it was installed — bad spline, poor tension, missed fasteners — we come back and make it right. Workmanship coverage doesn't extend to new storm damage, tree impacts, or pets destroying screen after the job is done.
Salt air corrodes standard fasteners, screws, and unprotected aluminum within a few years, which is why cages in Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and near the bay need more frequent hardware attention. We recommend stainless-steel fasteners and regular rinsing for coastal cages to slow corrosion.
Pet-resistant screen — a heavier vinyl-coated polyester mesh — stands up to claws and scratching far better than standard fiberglass. It's the standard recommendation for the lower panels and doors on homes with active dogs. No screen is truly pet-proof against a determined chewer, but pet screen lasts dramatically longer.
Yes — we clean, prep, and repaint aluminum cage frames with coatings made for Florida exteriors. Repainting isn't just cosmetic: it seals the aluminum against oxidation and corrosion, which protects the structure and extends the life of the whole enclosure. Learn more about cage painting and restoration.
We serve Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Brandon, and Riverview, Florida — the core Tampa Bay area. If you're just outside these areas, call us and ask; we take on nearby jobs when scheduling allows.
Contact us by phone or the quote form and we'll schedule a free on-site inspection. We look at the screen, frame, fasteners, anchors, and doors, then give you a written quote that breaks out labor, materials, and mesh type — no obligation, no pressure.