Pool enclosures are installed in order to enhance both safety and comfort around the pool area. These structures need to be maintained and repaired from time to time. It’s thus vital to understand the different methods used so that they know what to expect in terms of pool screen repair costs.
Why Repairs are Necessary
A common reason is corrosion of the screens, which is normally caused by accumulation of debris, mold and bird poop. Squirrels can also gnaw through the screen or wooden fascia. Harsh weather could also cause dents, broken doors and holes.
Homeowners who live along the coast need to check their screens for rust more often due to the salty air that causes rapid corrosion. Environments with extreme temperatures could also cause faster rotting, warping and paint fading. Pets and people also cause damage though day-to-day use, such as accidental collisions and splashing water.
Common Repairs
Some common fixes required for pool enclosures include re-screening, repainting the cage, fixing broken doors and wood fascia as well as the sealant around the structures’ junctions. When calculating cost, one needs to factor in the cost of labor and materials. For complete re-screening, the charges are usually calculated per square foot after labor and material costs are factored in.
Considerations
When undertaking a repair project, one needs to consider why they’re doing it and common uses for their pools. When re-screening, one could consider an upgraded specialty, such as a privacy or solar screen. These could enable the households use the pool more often, and for longer.
Upgrading the screen material would be another option. Installing one that’s tightly woven and sturdier could prove more effective in keeping out insects and debris. Stronger doors with child safety locks could help enhance security.
When repainting, one could go for paints that are less vulnerable to chlorine and other pool chemicals. Installing a few more tie-downs to the screens, covers and doors could also be vital in shielding the pool during severe weather.
Hiring the Right Repair Company
Major repairs to pool equipment may require a special license. Most small contractors also subcontract their repairs to specialists. One should thus ensure that the technician they hire is duly licensed for the repairs needed.
Like with vehicle servicing, pool companies usually purchase parts for less than it would cost the end user. They then mark them up and charge for time spent conducting the repairs. One should watch out for dishonest technicians who use second-hand parts during the project.