Practical and Stylish: Unleashing the Potential of Garage Door Screens

Choosing the Perfect Garage Door Screen For Your Home 

When looking to maximize the space in your home, an often overlooked area to consider is the garage. Garage door screens from Pacific Awnings are an incredible way to optimize a space initially designed to store cars – turn it into anything from a home gym or a recreational space to a comfortable home office.  

While working or working out in your garage, having one of our premium retractable garage door screens will:

• Block the sun and heat
• Offer privacy while allowing fresh air in 
• Change your dark, stuffy garage into a bright, beautiful and usable space.

With so many screen types on the market—motorized, manual or retractable—it’s hard to know which to choose. Read on to discover the many advantages of garage door screens.

Garage Door Screens—Demystified

What is a garage screen, anyway? True to its name, a garage screen is a large screen that sits on the outside of a garage door opening. Adding a garage screen is the simplest and most economical way to add that extra square footage you’ve been dreaming of while transforming your garage into additional living space. What might surprise you, however, is the extensive array of colours, sizes and frame types that are available.

Maximizing living space and storage is a common priority for most homeowners. Adding a garage screen door that works seamlessly with your existing garage door could be the space-creating solution you’re looking for. 

Before selecting the best screen for your garage, you’ll want to consider:

Budget

With a wide range of choices, we have options available to suit most budgets. Prices vary depending on the size, type and features desired. A small, manually operated retractable screen can be quite reasonably priced, while larger motorized screens are more expensive. 

Installation 

Pacific Awnings’ custom-made garage screens are tailored to match your opening and will not interfere with your garage door. Many models offer a handy remote control to lower and raise your screen for simple operation. There are many DIY screens on the market; however, professional installation is recommended for a hassle-free installation and to ensure the long life of your investment.

Purpose 

Are you using your garage space as a gym, yoga studio or workshop? If so, bringing in fresh air by opening the garage door is key, but providing privacy and reducing sun and heat might be a high priority. In addition, minimizing debris and preventing insects from entering the garage is vital. Whatever your planned usage is, the colour of your garage screen and its ability to protect you from inclement weather will likely influence your decision.

Retractable screens are not just for garages; they are perfect for many outdoor spaces. They can create shade on your rooftop patio, minimize UV glare to extend your sunset view and provide privacy while dining outside. 

Are you looking for a commercial or industrial garage screen? Our garage screens can be customized to accommodate most spaces. With various frames and screen colours, finding a match that meets your purpose as well as your design aesthetic is easy.

5 Reasons Why You Should Install A Garage Screen Door

However you spend your time in your garage, whether storing bikes and kayaks or using it as a living or workspace, there’s a garage door screen that will meet your needs. Here are five reasons to install a lifestyle screen to maximize indoor/outdoor living space.

1. Work out without the hassle of pesky mosquitoes and flies
2. Increase ventilation on a hot day while organizing your storage or inventory from your home-based business
3. Block the wind so you can use your garage space on windy days
4. Create a privacy barrier while letting in fresh air during your yoga class
5. Protect your gallery of artwork and photographs from sun damage in your art studio

In addition to the benefits above, garage screens enhance your home’s energy performance by creating an insulating buffer between the weather and your home. 

Furthermore, an open garage allows dirt, leaves and other debris to be blown in and provides an avenue for opportunistic pests such as rats, raccoons and crows to wreak havoc on your space. A garage screen will add that extra layer of protection for your vehicle and contents and keep your new living space clean and safe. See Pacific Awnings’ retractable screens for even more garage screen benefits. 

Have you been putting off purchasing a garage screen because of concerns about rips and tears? Look no further. Our long-lasting, durable screen fabrics can withstand winds of up to 120 km/hr. 

Investing in a garage screen to increase your usable square footage is a sound decision. Homeowners who’ve taken the leap to install a screen report immense satisfaction in their decision and feel the cost of a garage screen is one of the least expensive ways to double living space. 

While Pacific Awnings is always here to answer any of your product questions, we also recommend reviewing testimonials and customer reviews as an excellent way to research your choices.

Shop Local With Pacific Awnings For All Your Garage Screen Door Needs!

With motorized garage door screens made right here in BC, Pacific Awnings offers unique designs backed by innovative engineering that will keep your garage screen rolling smoothly.

At Pacific Awnings, we want you to feel confident with your purchase. That’s why we back up our garage screen installation with a five-year warranty. 

As Vancouver Islands’ largest retractable screen retailer, we’re sure to have a garage screen to meet your needs. Let our professional team tailor-fit your garage door or outdoor space with a quality retractable screen. Consult with one of our specialists today to increase the functionality of your garage.