![]() ![]() Most modern windows feature channel frame screens that have a relatively thin metal edge. Use a staple gun or small trim nails to attach the new screen, starting at one corner and working on opposite sides as you go down to keep the tension even across the material. Measure the frame to ensure the new piece of screen overlaps the inner measurement of the molding by half an inch. Replacement is as simple as gently prying up the old staples to remove the screen and carefully stapling on a new piece. Molding frames are an older style of window screen that feature a wide wood frame that the screen is simply stapled on. The method for replacement depends largely on the type of window screen you have on your home. It’s easy enough to pull the old screen loose and press a new sheet in place, as long as you’re patient and take your time. ![]() Doors often need a new screen even for relatively small tears because they’re even harder to patch in place due to the larger size and reduced tension. When the rip or tear in your window screen is more than a few inches long, you’re better off just replacing the screen material. Full adhesive patches are available in a variety of sizes and screen styles, but you can also cut your own patch and glue it on with the waterproof glue recommended above. Larger rips and holes are better patched with the framed screen removed from the window or door, if possible. For rips and holes below 2 inches in width, you can likely apply the patch while the screen is still in place. ![]() Need to seal up a small rip or hole that is just a few inches across? A patch of matching screen material is likely all you need. This can likely be done while the screen is still in the window or door, unlike other more substantial repairs. Press down any lifted or unraveled bits of screen and brush the glue over both sides of the damaged area. Make sure to use a glue that dries clear rather than amber or white since that will make the repair visible. Clear silicone adhesives are a good choice for both types of screens. Try to match the glue to the material, which is likely either fiberglass or aluminum. If you spot tiny nicks and tears before they have time to widen into larger holes, it’s easy to repair the screen with any waterproof glue. With some patience and the right tools from a hardware store, it’s easier than you might think to repair or replace the damaged screen wherever it’s installed around your home. Don’t panic and assume you need professional repairs just to use your window or door screen again. ![]() Perhaps a rambunctious pet snags a nail in the screen material and leaves it with a massive rip. We highly recommend John and Screens Onsite.You’re enjoying the breeze through an open window or screen door just to see a stray baseball punch through the material. John is always on time, fast, courteous and professional. John built a custom screen door for our sliding glass door and replaced the screens on our windows. We have used Screens Onsite for two projects. They were very friendly and professional from start to finish! I would definitely recommend this company! They did a great job! Screens look great, no mess, and no surprises in cost from the estimate. It was a fair estimate and we scheduled them to come out. Great! I got an online estimate which they adjusted a couple of times as I changed my mind about options. The gentleman who came out to the house was prompt, efficient, and v ery pleasant to work with. Company responded very quickly with an estimate, and scheduling was also very easy. Online estimate request process was very easy to use. The work was done unbelievably quickly and professionally. One of the spaces is oddly shaped and it looks as good as the others. They removed existing screening on my porch, built custom framed screens onsite and installed them. They were very professional and friendly. Prices were fair and saved me a ton of time hassling with the screens on my own. He even went out of his way to re-position the furniture that had been moved out of the way for easier access to the windows. He carefully popped out my window screens, took them back outside, and then re-installed them in less than an hour. Sean was on-time, courteous, professional, and most importantly - respectful of my home. I was able to get an estimate just by answering a few simple questions online, and scheduling an appointment was a breeze (email confirmation included). This is one of the best experiences I've had with ANY home repair/service call. ![]()
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