Amazing tips to bring your window screens back to life

As the temperatures rise this season, your family is sure to be opening windows for cool evening breeze, leaving your window screens as the only line of defense between your home and the insect pests trying to make their way inside. Find some amazing tips to bring your windows back to life.

Take some time now to review the screens throughout your home, inspect for holes, tears and loose-fitting frames that will give pests access to your home.

 A well maintained window screen can prevent damage-inducing dirt and grime from building up, saving you money from repairs.

An average fiberglass screen lasts anywhere from 3-7 years, depending on the sun exposure.

If you have trouble removing the screens, call a professional for help! Don’t force trying to remove them, since they bend very easily.

If the screens are full of dust or debris and wind starts to blow in, that dust or debris will just linger around your house which could be harmful for everyone. Dirty window screens are also linked to cases of sinus irritation and trigger asthma attacks for some folks. It would be a great idea to clean your window screens. A little of soap and warm water and a soft bristled brush works wonders to help clean your window screens.

You can bring your aluminum screens back to life.

Another great way to naturally clean your window screens and eliminate germs and bacteria is to spray it with distilled white vinegar that you can get at any grocery store. Pour the vinegar in an empty spray bottle, then blend an equal amount of water and spray liberally to the screen. Use a soft bristle brush and scrub vigorously and rinse off.

Remember – if your screens look streaky white and silver instead of uniform black color, not only are they less effective in dust and pollen control, they are also very weak and can easily have a hole punched through. In this case, professional replacement may be necessary.

If you need help with your screen repairs, or you realize you need some replacements. Remember Mr. Fix-It Handyman Service can repair or replace your window screens.

Call us to schedule your window screen repair today. Phone (904) 699-2356

We even replace patio screen room screening around the home.

Refresh your home with 2018 remodeling tips

Design trends for 2018

 Your passion to refresh your home begins in 2018 with remodeling. Consider a smaller scale for renovations that won’t break your budget. We will help guide you in the right direction with our handyman remodeling tips to make a tremendous impact on your homes design. Here is this years design elements and updates to get you started.

One way to incorporate schemes is through tone-on-tone encouragement with monochromatic colors this year. One approach is choosing colors and tones in your walls, curtains, and furnishings in varying shades.

Having velvet in small ways through home accents and décor will add visual interest and plush materials can gain dimensional texture to your design. This can be achieved by selecting throw rugs, furniture, and pillows that feature velvet.

Out with the old white subway tiles and in with variety tiles which have different colors, tones, and textures. Beige textured accent tiles are gaining popularity according to House Beautiful.

Brass finishes are up in rising this year. Choose glamour with a creative feel with elements of brass finishes in your light fixtures, coffee table, and appliance handles.

Current designs with artisan light fixtures are prominent for unique decorative lighting this year. Luxurious lighting may give the next level to brighten up spaces.

Consider making your journey enjoyable and less stressful by incorporating smaller tasks to get to the big picture. Hire an experienced handyman to turn your dreams to a reality with our improvements.