There are many good reasons to invest in a home alarm system, but you are likely wondering how much it is going to cost you. As with most investments, it really depends on what system you choose, and which bells and whistles you select to go with it. Depending on what equipment you purchase, it can be as low as $100 up to a little more than $1,000. To decide if you should spend more or less on a home security system, you first need to assess the crime in the area in which you live and what you...

Ripped or cracked screens can result in pests or the elements making their way into your enclosed space, which defeats the very purpose of having a pool screen installed in the first place! So, the sooner you have pool screen repair done, the better. Many people want to know what a warranty covers when a repair is performed. Well, there’s no short answer because different manufacturers have different warranties. However, as a rule, a warranty lasts anywhere from 3 to 24 months and usually covers only workmanship, not damage caused by acts of God, people or animals. Therefore, a...

The weather is really heating up here in Florida, and your screen porch or swimming pool is no doubt looking more inviting every day. That is, unless you’ve got doors that won’t open properly or holes in the screens, and maybe a few months’ worth of dirt. If so, you clearly need patio enclosure repair! It’s always a great feeling when you can complete a home project on your own. That’s the reward of DIYing! Patio enclosures can vary in size from one-panel, small-framed spaces to huge swimming pool areas that can consist of anything from 50 to 100...

The average lifespan of pool and patio screens can be anything from 10 to 15 years, depending on where you live. Screens on a swimming pool enclosure receive a lot of sun and subsequent damage from UV rays. Over time, the vinyl coating wears off, exposing the silvery fiberglass threads. At this point, the screen becomes extremely brittle and can easily tear. If your screens look like this, then it’s probably time for a complete rescreen. In the long run, this would be more cost-effective than continually having screen repair that involves replacing individual panels. Other common screen repair...