SCREEN SERVICE
Replacement Window Screens
Sometimes the practical answer is a replacement screen. The right next step depends on the existing frame, opening, and condition of the screen.
When this is the right place to start
Best fit when the existing screen is missing, unusable, or not a good repair candidate.
- Missing or unusable screens
- Screens with damage beyond a simple repair
- Openings that need a replacement screen
- A conversation about fit before a replacement is arranged
Useful details to have ready
- How many openings need a screen
- The width and height of each old screen or opening, if you can measure it
- Whether you still have the old screen, even if it is damaged
- A photo of the window opening
Common questions about replacement window screens
How do I measure for a replacement screen?
If you have the old screen, measure its outside width and height. If not, measure the opening where the screen sits. Measure as precisely as you can and note whether you measured the screen or the opening.
When is a replacement better than a repair?
Usually when the screen is missing, the frame is badly bent or broken, or the screen no longer fits the opening. If the frame is still sound, rescreening may be an option instead.
Do I need the old screen?
No, but it helps. An old screen, even a damaged one, shows the size and style needed. Without it, measurements and a photo of the opening are the best starting point.