Screen repair is a simple, repeatable service with steady local demand.
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Why screen repair works
Pets, kids and storms tear screens every week. Homeowners don't have the tools or patience to fix them. A mobile screen repair service with fair pricing per screen builds repeat customers and neighborhood referrals.
Window screens
Rescreening and new frames are the core service.
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Sliding screen doors
Rollers, frames and mesh replacement are frequent requests.
Pool enclosures
In warm states, enclosure panels tear often. Bigger tickets.
Pet-resistant screens
Stronger mesh for homes with dogs and cats.
Mobile service
A van set up to rescreen on site saves time.
Pricing
Price per screen with discounts for whole-house jobs.
HOAs and property managers
Communities and rentals need regular repairs.
Know your numbers
Track screens per stop, average ticket and repeat customers.
A message that books
"Hi Paula! I can rescreen your windows and fix the sliding screen door in one visit on Thursday. Want pet-resistant mesh for the back door?"
Where to start
Set up a mobile rescreening kit and post a whole-house screen offer in local community groups.
Common mistakes
Driving across town for one screen, no pet mesh option and not grouping jobs by area.
Route planning
Group jobs by neighborhood and post your service days in local groups: "Screen repair in Oak Park every Tuesday." Customers book around your route, and you cut drive time.
Reviews
Quick, cheap jobs earn many reviews. Ask every customer, and the volume of reviews will bring more calls.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a screen repair business be profitable?
Yes, when jobs are grouped by neighborhood, priced per screen and paired with upsells like pet-resistant screens and enclosure repairs.