Custom Screen Projects in Fruit Cove, FL
Custom screening solutions for unique applications.
Established St. Johns community with beautiful homes and expansive screened outdoor living areas.
Expert Custom Screen Projects for Fruit Cove Homeowners
Every property has unique needs. We design and install custom screening solutions for non-standard applications, special requests, and creative projects.
Benefits
- ✓Tailored to your needs
- ✓Professional design
- ✓Quality materials
- ✓Expert installation
Our Process
- 1Consultation and design
- 2Material selection
- 3Custom fabrication
- 4Professional installation
- 5Final walkthrough
Warranty
1 year warranty on custom work
Julington Creek Plantation's larger lots tend to produce pool deck footprints that make standard cage builds impossible — a spa wedged into one corner, an outdoor kitchen with a KitchenAid grill station already plumbed in, a two-story gable end that needs custom framing before any screen panel goes up. That's not a catalog job. St. Johns County's 32259 corridor is full of these situations, especially on lots backing up to creek tributaries and the retention lake systems running through most of the newer subdivisions. Rivertown lots along the St. Johns River frontage add another layer — irregular slab shapes poured around mature live oaks mean no two cage footprints are the same.
Most of Fruit Cove's housing stock dates from 1995 to 2015, built during the Julington Creek Plantation expansion and Rivertown's phases along the St. Johns River. Those homes run large — 2,500 to 4,000 square feet — and builders often poured pool slabs around existing oaks, septic systems, or lot setbacks. ZIP 32259 has a lot of 20-year-old extruded anodized aluminum cage frames that were never designed for the outdoor kitchens and spa extensions homeowners have since added. Some of the older Plantation cages from the late 1990s use 2x2 hollow tubing that's now showing corrosion at the anchor bolt collars — particularly on lots near the creek drainage channels where ground moisture stays high. That's a structural consideration before any custom panel extension goes up.
Common Custom Screen Projects Issues in Fruit Cove
Outdoor kitchen enclosures that don't align with an existing cage footprint
A lot of 32259 homeowners add outdoor kitchen islands — Sub-Zero drawer fridges, built-in grill stations — to a patio already under an existing pool cage. The original 2x2 aluminum frame rarely lines up with the new counter position. The cage needs a panel extension or side-wall rebuild, including new kick-plate transitions, corner brackets, and spline groove cuts that match the existing anodized finish. Getting the new spline channels to match a 20-year-old frame color is its own challenge — we field-measure the existing mill finish before ordering extrusions so the addition doesn't look like a visible patch job from the lanai.
No-see-um infiltration on lots backing up to Julington Creek wetland buffers
Standard 18x14 fiberglass mesh blocks mosquitoes but lets no-see-ums straight through. On the lots backing up to the Julington Creek preserve areas and the canal-front sections deep inside the plantation, no-see-um pressure runs heavy from April through October. Upgrading to 20x20 super-screen — Phifer's TexTreme or BetterVue — solves it without noticeably reducing airflow or visibility. Both carry our 2-year workmanship warranty. For lots on the northern end of 32259 that border the Durbin Creek tributary system, this upgrade is essentially non-optional if you actually want to use the enclosure in spring and fall.
West-facing screened porches that become unusable by mid-afternoon in summer
Fruit Cove's newer subdivisions include a lot of homes with west-facing rear exposures toward the St. Johns River corridor. By 4 PM in July, those screened porches are functionally unusable without solar control. Motorized retractable screens with 90% solar privacy mesh handle this without a permanent solid structure, and in most Julington Creek Plantation sections they don't trigger HOA architectural review — which skips the variance wait entirely. The 90% density mesh also cuts visible glare across the water for lakefront lots, which is a secondary benefit homeowners appreciate once it's installed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can you get to Fruit Cove for Custom Screen Projects?▼
Fruit Cove sits right off Race Track Road, which puts it roughly 30 minutes from our main crew base. We run St. Johns County regularly — call (904) 679-9509 and we can typically get an on-site estimate scheduled within the same week, sometimes sooner. Custom projects always get a full field measure before we quote anything, so the estimate appointment is where we nail down scope, frame condition, and mesh selection.
What screen mesh do you recommend for a custom enclosure near Julington Creek?▼
For most Fruit Cove builds we default to Phifer 18x14 fiberglass for main panels. If your lot backs up to the creek, a retention lake, or any wetland buffer, we recommend upgrading to 20x20 super-screen — TexTreme or BetterVue both work well here and both carry our 2-year workmanship warranty on the upgrade. The 20x20 weave is tight enough to stop no-see-ums while still letting decent airflow through, which matters on the hotter east-facing rear exposures in summer.
How do you price a custom screen project versus a standard rescreen?▼
Custom jobs get a full on-site measure before we quote — irregular footprints, gable-end framing, and retractable panel runs all need to be field-verified first. We typically schedule the estimate within 2-3 business days. Get a free on-site estimate at (904) 679-9509; straightforward custom additions in 32259 usually start around $800 and go up depending on scope. Larger gable-end builds or full side-wall extensions with new 2x6 super-gutter framing run higher, but we give you a fixed number before any work starts — no open-ended quotes.
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(904) 679-9509Other Services in Fruit Cove
Patio Screen Door Replacement
Fixing or replacing door screens, handles, hinges, latches, and springs.
Pool Enclosure Repair
Complete pool cage repair including screens, frames, and structural elements.
Patio Hardware Replacement
Replacing rusty screws, bolts, hinges, and other small components that hold your screen structure together.
Why Choose P&D Screen Repair?
Quality Guaranteed
1-year warranty on all work. We use premium materials and expert craftsmanship.
Fast & Reliable
Most repairs completed same-week. Free estimates within 2 business hours.
Local & Trusted
Family-owned, serving Jacksonville since 2022. Licensed and insured.
What Our Customers Say
Paul was extremely professional, responsive and competitive. I appreciate a business that exhibits proper ethics in a manner as was displayed in this project. Thank you, Paul
Great service On time and good quality
Excellent job!! Very nice young man! Absolutely would recommend!
P&D Screen Repair did an outstanding job on a complete pool screen. They finished the job in 2 days, despite constant rain. I highly recommend this company and their prices are very reasonable.
Great job on my patio rescreen! Everything was done fast, clean, and with excellent quality. Very professional and easy to work with. I highly recommend!
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about custom screen projects in Fruit Cove, FL
How much does custom screen projects cost in Fruit Cove?
Cost depends on size, mesh selection, and condition of the existing frame. We provide a free on-site estimate before any work begins in Fruit Cove. Call (904) 679-9509.
Do you serve all of Fruit Cove?
Yes, we cover all of Fruit Cove and the surrounding St. Johns County area.
What's your turnaround for custom screen projects in Fruit Cove?
Most jobs are scheduled within a few business days. Storm damage and emergency repairs are prioritized.
What warranty applies?
1 year warranty on custom work
Free Estimate for Custom Screen Projects in Fruit Cove
P&D Screen Repair — fast response, 1-year warranty.