What Types of Screen Porches Keep Out No-See-Ums?

Screen Porch Sunset Beach

If you live in Brunswick County, NC, you have probably asked (or been asked) the same question: will a screen porch keep out no-see-ums? The short answer is yes. The longer answer is that it comes down entirely to the screen. Standard porch screens stop mosquitoes and larger bugs, but no-see-ums are small enough to…

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How Much Does It Cost to Screen in a Porch?

Screening in an existing covered porch typically costs between $2,000–$6,000, depending on porch size and additional options. Island homes often fall toward the higher end due to height and design considerations. But pricing can vary from one quote to the next. This guide breaks down what those numbers really mean and how to tell whether…

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Multifamily Screen Porch Contractor

Calabash

Brunswick County, NC and Horry County, SC are both seeing a MAJOR shift in our housing opportunities here. Apartments and condos are springing up faster than we can keep count! And all I can say is “hallelujah for this change”! This has been a major pain point for those moving to our area, young families,…

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Screening New Construction Porches in Brunswick County, NC

Screen in porch on new construction home in Oak Island, NC

Whether you are building a new home here in Brunswick County or purchasing a recently built home, you will want to screen in the porch of your new construction home! Outdoor living space is essential here on the coast. Covered porches are common additions to homes built here and offer the perfect way to enjoy…

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To Brace or Not To Brace

Vertical Bracing

We are asked this question at least once a day and I love helping our customers decide on bracing options for their screen porches. My points of conversation are usually this: #1 – Necessity – our screening system does NOT NEED to be braced as the older systems have in the past. We use far…

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