--- title: Screen Questions & Answers | A-Affordable Screen url: https://a-affordablescreen.com/faq/ business: A-Affordable Screen phone: (775) 240-0418 service_area: Reno-Sparks, Nevada hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm updated: 2026-10-21 --- FAQ # Screen questions and answers Straight answers about solar screens, window screens, rescreening and screen doors in Reno-Sparks. Pick a topic below, or ask us directly. [Call (775) 240-0418](tel:+17752400418)[Free quote](https://a-affordablescreen.com/free-quote/) Questions by topic [Solar screens](https://a-affordablescreen.com/faq/solar-screens/)[Window screens & repair](https://a-affordablescreen.com/faq/window-screens-and-repair/)[Screen doors](https://a-affordablescreen.com/faq/screen-doors/)[Pricing & quotes](https://a-affordablescreen.com/faq/pricing-and-quotes/) ## Solar screens ### How much do solar screens cost? It depends on the size and number of windows, the fabric and how hard the windows are to reach. We measure on site for free and give you a quote. Our [solar screen cost guide](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/solar-screen-cost/) covers published ranges. ### Do solar screens really help in Reno-Sparks? Reno-Tahoe airport averages about 65 days a year at 90F or hotter, and UV is stronger at our elevation. Exterior [solar screens](https://a-affordablescreen.com/services/solar-screens/) stop much of the sun before it reaches the glass, which cuts heat, glare and fading. ### 80% or 90% solar screen fabric? A tighter weave (90%) blocks more sun and looks darker; a more open weave (80%) keeps more view. See [80% vs 90%](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/80-vs-90-percent-solar-screens/). ### Should I take solar screens down in winter? Some people remove south-facing screens to let winter sun in. See [solar screens in winter](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/solar-screens-in-winter/). ### Solar screens or window tint? Screens stop sun outside the glass and can come off; film sits on the glass. See [screens vs tint](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/solar-screens-vs-window-tint/). ### Do you work on businesses? Yes. We install [commercial solar screens](https://a-affordablescreen.com/services/commercial-solar-screens/) on storefronts and offices. ## Window screens and repair ### Can you rescreen my existing screens? Yes, when the frame is straight and solid. If it is bent or broken, we build a new screen. See [rescreen or replace](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/rescreen-or-replace/). ### Do you make custom window screens? Yes, made to measure for new or missing screens. See [window screens](https://a-affordablescreen.com/services/window-screens/). ### Do you have pet-resistant screens? Yes. [Pet screens](https://a-affordablescreen.com/services/pet-screens/) use a heavier mesh that stands up to claws and paws much better than standard screen. ### Which screen mesh do you use? Standard fiberglass insect mesh for most windows and doors, or pet mesh where dogs and cats reach. See [screen mesh types](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/screen-mesh-types/) and [mosquito season](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/mosquito-season-screens/). ### How do I measure a window screen? Measure the opening in several places. We do the final measuring ourselves; see [how to measure](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/how-to-measure-window-screens/). ## Screen doors ### What heights do your sliding screen doors come in? We build custom [sliding screen doors](https://a-affordablescreen.com/services/sliding-screen-doors/) in 80 and 96 inch heights and any width. ### What can you do for my sliding screen door? Two things: we rescreen it with new mesh if the frame is good, or build a custom new sliding screen door measured to your opening. See [why it won't slide](https://a-affordablescreen.com/guides/sliding-screen-door-wont-slide/). ### Can I get pet mesh on a sliding screen door? Yes. A new door or a rescreen can use [pet mesh](https://a-affordablescreen.com/services/pet-screens/). Our [screen doors page](https://a-affordablescreen.com/screen-doors/) covers the options. ## Quotes, discounts and areas ### Is the quote free? Yes. The on-site measure and quote are free, with no obligation. ### Do you offer discounts? Yes: senior, military, referral and multi-window. See [discounts](https://a-affordablescreen.com/discounts/). ### What about the warranty? A lifetime warranty on installation, a 20-year material warranty on solar screens and a customer satisfaction guarantee. See [warranty](https://a-affordablescreen.com/warranty/). ### Which areas do you serve? Sparks, Reno, Spanish Springs, Sun Valley, the North Valleys, South Reno and Northwest Reno. See [service areas](https://a-affordablescreen.com/service-areas/). ### Do you work with landlords? Yes. See [landlords and property managers](https://a-affordablescreen.com/landlords-property-managers/). ### Selling your home? We fix or replace screens before photos, inspection and the walk-through. See [selling your home](https://a-affordablescreen.com/selling-your-home/). ### How do I book? Call or text (775) 240-0418 or use the [free quote form](https://a-affordablescreen.com/free-quote/).