Patio Screen Maintenance Checklist for Every Season
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Patio Screen Maintenance Checklist for Every Season

A simple seasonal checklist for keeping retractable screens clean, quiet and working for years.

Spring

Rinse off pollen, wipe tracks and test every screen before bug season. Check remotes and batteries.

Call us if anything sticks or drifts.

Summer

Rinse the fabric if it collects dust or pollen and keep tracks clear of leaves. Do not roll up a screen soaking wet.

Watch for mildew in shady spots.

Fall

Clean fabric and tracks and clear leaves from housings. Inspect fasteners and seals.

Fall is a good time for a tune-up.

Winter

Raise screens before ice or heavy wind. Check for ice in tracks before lowering.

Store removable fabric dry if you take it down.

Every year

Schedule a tune-up. Cleaning, lubrication, limit checks and seal adjustments keep systems running well.

Take photos to track changes.

When to call for help

Call for torn fabric, drifting screens, motor noise, remote problems or storm damage.

Small fixes cost less than big ones.

Our advice in one sentence

Rinse often, never force a stuck screen and book a yearly tune-up before bug season.

Questions

Quick answers.

How often should I clean my screens?

At least once a year, and after heavy pollen.

Can I use a pressure washer?

No. Use a hose and a soft brush.

Should I lubricate the tracks myself?

Use only a product safe for the fabric, or let us do it.

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