How long does a screen last on a pool cage?

• <div><p>The life span of a screen on a pool cage depends on the material used:</p><ul><li><p>Fiberglass screens last from <b>10 to 15 years</b>.</p></li><li><p>Aluminum screens last <b>15 to 20 years</b>.</p></li><li><p>Polyester screens last <b>20 to 30 years</b>.</p></li><li><p>Stainless steel screens last <b>30 years or more</b>.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Is a 4-foot fence tall enough for a pool?

• <div><p>The regulations for pool fence heights vary by state, so be sure to research what the legal, minimum height is in your area before purchasing or installing a fence. Though every region is different, generally a pool fence must be at least 4 and ½ feet high. If you’re unsure whether you need a fence around your pool, and how high that fence should be, contact a local pool enclosure expert to help you successfully, and safely, move forward.</p></div>

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Q: Can professionals customize enclosures to fit unusual spaces?

• <div><p>Yes, with custom measurements ensuring perfect fit and function.</p></div>

Q: How much room do you need around a pool?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-choose-a-swimming-pool-design.htm">When designing your dream pool</a>, it's important to leave enough room for safe walkways, patios, and extras such as outdoor kitchens and fire pits. Your local building codes may specify the minimum space between your pool and your house, utility lines, and property line. In most cases, the area of the patio around the pool should be equal to or greater than the surface area of the pool.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of adding an enclosure to a property?

• <div><p>Increases living space and adds value to the home through enhanced utility.</p></div>

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Last update on November 24, 2025

Reviewed in March 2024
Mad City was very professional from receiving our quote to the installation. Our shower was installed in one day. It is exactly what we wanted and very happy with the final product. Would highly recommended them. Ron & Mary Thompson
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in April 2023
We were very pleased with the new kitchen sink and garbage disposal installation. Bill did a great job!! Would highly recommend his services!!
Bill Roberts Flooring
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Reviewed in May 2017
They removed and installed new 6 panel doors. Added hinges and doorknobs. Installed new baseboards. Painted all rooms on the second floor and hallway. And added casing around the window.
Kane Home Improvement Inc
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Reviewed in June 2014
The installers were fast and finished earlier than expected and professional.
Calhoun's Mohawk Floorz
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Reviewed in June 2012
My wife shopped around through various local and big box stores looking for the cabinets she liked. She decided to go with some from Lowe's. Lowe's was very prompt in contacting us in setting up a contractor and contact from the contractor was also very prompt. The contractor came by a...
LOWE'S
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Reviewed in June 2012
They did argue with me about the PVC anchors. Our pool repairman told us that brass fittings would be better, but the salesman at Aqualand wanted to argue with me about it. I don't want to replace anchors in five years.
Aqua Land Pool & Patio Inc
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Reviewed in February 2012
We used them for installing a counter top in the kitchen. They surfaced the kitchen cabinet and put in a new counter top. The overall experience was very good; there weren't any delays or problems.
Alexander Lumber
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Reviewed in August 2011
The owner had told me the my window would be put in in three weeks however i didn't even hear from him for five weeks. They called me on a friday and said would be there on a monday between 730 and 8 didn't show up til 1045 and never called. The installer didn't use leveler for frame and the...
Sy's Window Systems
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Reviewed in June 2011
Set up service appointment to replace a burnt out light bulb in my pool. Bollman's had previously replaced a bulb in the same fixture for $93.89, which is an outrageous price for a $5.00 bulb, but service and travel expenses are high in this field. The owner showed up totally unprepared without...
BOLLMANS POOL & SPA CO
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Pool Construction and Installation questions, answered by experts

Yes, with custom measurements ensuring perfect fit and function.

The life span of a screen on a pool cage depends on the material used:

Fiberglass screens last from 10 to 15 years.
Aluminum screens last 15 to 20 years.
Polyester screens last 20 to 30 years.
Stainless steel screens last 30 years or more.

The regulations for pool fence heights vary by state, so be sure to research what the legal, minimum height is in your area before purchasing or installing a fence. Though every region is different, generally a pool fence must be at least 4 and ½ feet high. If you’re unsure whether you need a fence around your pool, and how high that fence should be, contact a local pool enclosure expert to help you successfully, and safely, move forward.

When designing your dream pool, it's important to leave enough room for safe walkways, patios, and extras such as outdoor kitchens and fire pits. Your local building codes may specify the minimum space between your pool and your house, utility lines, and property line. In most cases, the area of the patio around the pool should be equal to or greater than the surface area of the pool.

Increases living space and adds value to the home through enhanced utility.

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