Screen rooms are an excellent and valuable addition to any home. These enclosed structures act as an extended living space. They provide families with a relaxing place to enjoy year-round fresh air and beautiful outdoor views. Screen rooms are a cost-effective alternative to traditional room additions, with high durability and minimum maintenance requirements. They also improve the aesthetic appeal and functionality and boost the property value.
After a new screen room installation on the property, it is essential to keep it clean, damage-free, and correctly maintained to ensure its beauty and longevity. Although it is up to the homeowner how frequently they want to maintain the screen room, experts advise cleaning it on noticing dirt and debris.
Here are a few valuable tips to keep your screen room in top shape and looking new for years to come:
Avoid putting weight on the screen room
Screen room walls and windows are made from screen material and are not meant to support heavy objects like ladders. Call a screen service company to confirm if the screen room roof structure can support weight or if it is safe to walk on it. Consider pressure cleaning the roof or using scaffolding to access the high and unreachable screen room parts.
Clean gently
It is also advisable to check the manufacturer's recommendations for any specific cleaning requirement for the installed screen room material. Also, lubricate all the mechanical parts, like locks, deadbolts, hinges, and handles of the screen room doors and windows.
Keep the gutters clear
Frequently clean the screen room gutters to free them from leaves and other debris. It helps avoid clogs in the downpipes, overflowing or standing water, that can cause water damage to the screen room.
Maintain the landscape
Trimming and maintaining the surrounding landscape trees and bushes is essential to regular screen room upkeep. Overgrown tree branches can damage the screens and leave unsightly marks, and pollen and bird droppings can cause stains, leaves, twigs, and needles to clog the gutters.
Leak inspection
Water can cause significant structural damage. Therefore, it is essential to regularly keep an eye out for screen room leaks and fix the problem in its earlier stages.
Get professional assistance
Regular screen room cleaning and upkeep help you save money on expensive repairs and maximize your enjoyment. Hire a professional screen company for customized screen room installation to enhance the appearance of your outdoor space.