Quick answer: A pool cage rebuild replaces bent, corroded, or storm-flattened aluminum frame, not just the screen. In Sarasota a partial rebuild or restoration is far cheaper than a full replacement, which is a larger project driven by size, roof style, and Florida Building Code wind-load. We measure and hand you a written price, free.
When a rescreen isn't enough
Sometimes the screen is the least of it. If the aluminum frame is bowed, the footers are corroding at the concrete, super gutters are pulling away, or a whole side went down in a storm, the structure needs rebuilding, not just new mesh. If the frame is actually sound and it's only the screen that's shot, you probably just need a pool cage rescreen instead. Our rescreen vs rebuild guide breaks down how to tell, and we give you a straight answer on site. If the words are unfamiliar, our pool cage glossary explains spline, kick plates, mansard roofs and the rest in plain English.
Common rebuild jobs we handle around Sarasota:
- Replacing bent or crushed uprights, beams, and headers
- Rebuilding corners and whole sections after storm damage
- Swapping out corroded base plates and re-anchoring to the deck
- Re-fastening or replacing super gutters that have pulled loose
- Full pool cage replacement when the frame is past saving
Built for salt air and storm season
Every pool cage rebuild Sarasota FL starts with quality aluminum extrusion and corrosion-resistant hardware, sized and braced for Florida's wind loads. Near the water in areas like Bird Key and Siesta Key, that corrosion resistance matters even more, and we spec accordingly. The goal is a cage that shrugs off the next summer storm instead of coming apart at the seams. When a system does come through, we also handle emergency storm and hurricane cage repair. A new cage still wants looking after, and how to clean and maintain a pool cage covers the parts people get wrong.
How much does a new pool cage cost in Florida?
A full pool cage replacement is a bigger project than a rescreen, and the price depends on the size of the enclosure, the roof style (mansard, gable, or flat), and current Florida Building Code wind-load requirements. As a rough guide, most full rebuilds and replacements in the Sarasota area land somewhere between roughly $8,000 and $20,000 or more, while a partial rebuild of a damaged section, or a restoration and repaint of a frame that's still solid, costs far less. Because every cage and lot is different, we come out, measure, and hand you a clear written quote at no charge. For the full picture on pricing, see our Sarasota pool cage cost guide.
Honest advice, clear pricing
A full rebuild is a bigger investment than a rescreen, so we don't push it unless you need it. We give you a written scope and price at the free assessment, document everything clearly if you're filing an insurance claim, and keep the site clean while we work. Worth knowing before you spend on a rebuild: what a screen cage actually does for a Florida pool, which is more than most people assume. And before you compare quotes, our handyman versus licensed screen contractor guide covers who is allowed to do structural work on a cage.
Repair or full replacement, how do I know?
If the damage is limited to a few members and the rest of the frame is sound, we repair. If the aluminum is widely corroded, bent, or a large section is down, a rebuild or replacement is usually the better long-term value. We'll show you what we're seeing.
Can you match my existing cage?
In most cases yes. We match the frame profile and screen so a rebuilt section blends with the rest of the enclosure.
Do you handle the permit if one is needed?
Larger structural rebuilds can require a permit in Sarasota County. We'll let you know up front and handle that side of it so you don't have to.
