Lifestyle Garage Screens - Dallas-Fort Worth

The Lifestyle garage door screen is a fully retractable garage screen door that works with your existing garage door. The Lifestyle features an industry first, fully retractable passage door for ease of entry and exit without having to retract the entire system. The Lifestyle garage screen is fully spring loaded, making opening and closing quick and easy.

Now you can go from garage to a cool, bright, pest-free space in seconds. When you’re done enjoying the great outdoors, simply retract your Lifestyle garage screen system and close your garage door as usual. It’s just that easy!

There are several options for garage screens. Some hang by hook and loop, some are Velcro® mounted with a zippered opening, others are panel and track systems (sliders), you can even find garage screens that go up and down by the simple push of a button. One thing is for certain about all of these systems, none is as practical, simple, easy to use, and durable as the Lifestyle garage screen system.

The Lifestyle is framed with 2″ x 2″ architectural grade aluminum with a wet painted shell for a durable and consistent finish. The Lifestyle screen runs on maintenance free tracks, independent but similar to your primary garage door tracks. Lifestyle’s spring loaded counter-balance system makes it effortless to open and close the screen and eliminates the headache of an electric opener. Lifestyle’s optional door-within-a-door feature allows for easy entry and exit. When in use, the Lifestyle screen occupies the same position as your solid garage door. No other garage screen offers Lifestyle’s broad range of features. Bottom line is, your search for a garage screen system that will give you many years of trouble free service ends here. Lifestyle is the only garage door screen for you.

It is clear why so many Texas homeowner’s associations approve the use of the Lifestyle system while rejecting all other screen systems. When the garage door screen is not in use the neighbors won’t even know you have it. When in use, the Lifestyle screen adds to the curb appeal of your home. Our optional privacy screen mesh meets many homeowner’s associations requirement that the garage be closed at all times.

Frequently Asked Questions About Garage Door Screens

What is a garage door screen?

A garage door screen is a screening system designed to cover the large opening of a residential garage while allowing fresh air and natural light into the space. It creates a barrier against mosquitoes, flies and other insects, making it possible to enjoy your garage with the main garage door open.

Southern Shade Solutions offers retractable garage screen systems for homeowners throughout Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas. The Lifestyle garage screen works with your existing garage door and can be raised when it isn’t needed, allowing you to continue using your garage normally.

How does a Lifestyle garage screen work?

A Lifestyle garage screen operates on its own track system independently of your existing garage door. When you want to use the screen, the traditional garage door is raised and the Lifestyle screen is lowered into position.

When you are finished using the screened space, the garage screen retracts and your regular garage door can be closed normally. The Lifestyle system uses a spring-loaded counterbalance that makes raising and lowering the screen easy without requiring an electric opener.

How much does a garage door screen cost?

The cost of a garage screen can vary depending on the size of your garage opening, screen material, configuration, color, optional passage door and installation requirements. A screen for a large two-car garage, for example, may have different requirements than one designed for a smaller opening.

Because garage screen systems are fitted to individual garage openings, a professional measurement and consultation is the best way to determine the cost for your particular home in Dallas, Fort Worth or North Texas.

Are garage door screens worth it?

A retractable garage screen can be a worthwhile investment for homeowners who want to use their garage for more than parking and storage. Screening allows fresh air into the garage while helping keep mosquitoes, flies and other unwanted insects outside.

This can make the garage more comfortable for hobbies, exercise, woodworking, watching television, children’s activities, neighborhood gatherings or simply relaxing with the garage door open.

The retractable design is particularly useful because you don’t have to permanently convert the garage into living space. When you’re finished, the screen retracts and the garage returns to its normal function.

Do garage screens keep mosquitoes and bugs out?

Garage screens are designed to create a physical barrier against mosquitoes, flies and many other flying insects while allowing airflow through the garage.

This can be particularly beneficial during warm North Texas evenings when you want ventilation without leaving the entire garage opening exposed to insects.

As with other screened enclosures, effectiveness depends on the screen being properly installed and lowered into its operating position.

Can a garage screen be installed with my existing garage door?

Yes. The Lifestyle garage screen offered by Southern Shade Solutions is specifically designed to work with an existing garage door.

The garage screen uses its own tracks, which operate independently of the primary garage door tracks. This allows homeowners to continue using their existing garage door normally without removing or replacing it.

Can I still park my car in the garage after installing a garage screen?

Yes. A retractable garage screen does not permanently convert your garage into another room.

When you need to park vehicles inside, the screen can be retracted and the regular garage door can be operated normally. This flexibility allows you to create a screened recreational or work area when you want one without sacrificing the garage’s primary purpose.

What can I use a screened garage for?

A screened garage can become a surprisingly versatile area. Homeowners can use the additional space for exercise equipment, hobbies, workshops, children’s play areas, game rooms, television viewing, parties and neighborhood gatherings.

For homeowners who work on cars, motorcycles, bicycles or other projects, screening can also provide ventilation while helping keep insects outside.

The major advantage is flexibility. You’re not permanently remodeling the garage. You are simply making the existing space more comfortable when the main garage door is open.

Does the Lifestyle garage screen have a walk-through door?

An optional passage door is available with the Lifestyle garage screen system. This “door-within-a-door” design allows people to enter and exit the garage without raising the entire screen.

This can be particularly convenient when you’re spending several hours in the garage or frequently moving between the garage and driveway.

Are garage door screens motorized?

Garage screens are available in several different designs, and some garage screening products can be motorized. However, the Lifestyle garage screen featured on this page uses a spring-loaded counterbalance system rather than an electric opener.

The counterbalance is designed to make raising and lowering the screen easy while eliminating the need for a separate electric garage screen motor.

For homeowners specifically looking for push-button operation, Southern Shade Solutions also offers motorized retractable screen solutions for a variety of residential applications.

Do garage screens provide privacy?

Privacy depends on the screen material selected. The Lifestyle garage screen is available with an optional privacy screen mesh, which can provide additional visual separation while maintaining the benefits of a screened garage.

Privacy mesh can be especially useful for homeowners who spend considerable time in their garages or live in neighborhoods where garages face sidewalks, streets or neighboring homes. Southern Shade Solutions notes that the optional privacy mesh can also help meet requirements of some homeowners associations.

Will a garage screen affect the appearance of my home?

A quality retractable garage screen is designed to minimize its visual impact when it isn’t being used. The Lifestyle system retracts when not needed, leaving the home’s normal garage door as the primary visible exterior feature.

When lowered, the framed screen provides a more finished appearance than temporary screens that rely on hook-and-loop fasteners, zippers or hanging mesh.

What is the difference between a retractable garage screen and a temporary garage screen?

Temporary garage screens are often made from lightweight mesh attached with hook-and-loop fasteners, zippers or similar mounting methods. They may provide basic insect protection but generally don’t offer the same framed structure and operating system as a professionally installed retractable garage screen.

The Lifestyle system uses a 2-inch by 2-inch architectural-grade aluminum frame and its own track system. The entire screen can be raised when not needed, making it a more permanent and convenient solution for homeowners who frequently use their garage as an additional recreational or work area.

Can garage screens be installed on two-car garages?

Garage screen systems can be designed for many common residential garage openings, including larger garage configurations. The exact size and installation requirements should be determined through professional measurements of the opening.

This is especially important for larger openings because the frame, tracks and screening need to fit and operate properly across the entire garage entrance.

Do garage screens require a lot of maintenance?

Garage screens are generally designed to be relatively easy to maintain. Keeping the tracks clear of dirt and debris and periodically inspecting the screen material and moving components can help maintain smooth operation.

The Lifestyle system featured by Southern Shade Solutions operates on maintenance-free tracks, further simplifying routine ownership.

Can my HOA allow a retractable garage screen?

HOA rules vary considerably from one community to another, so homeowners should always review their association’s current architectural guidelines before installing an exterior product.

Southern Shade Solutions states that many Texas homeowners associations approve Lifestyle garage screens and notes that the system’s retractable design and optional privacy screen mesh can make it suitable for communities with requirements concerning garage appearance and visibility.

Where does Southern Shade Solutions install garage screens?

Southern Shade Solutions provides garage screen installation throughout Dallas, Fort Worth and a large portion of North Texas. Its published service area includes communities such as Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Prosper, Celina, Denton, Flower Mound, Southlake, Grapevine, Arlington, Allen, Gainesville, Sherman, Weatherford, Burleson and many surrounding Dallas-Fort Worth communities.

If you’re looking for a way to make your garage more comfortable while maintaining its normal functionality, a retractable garage screen can turn an ordinary garage into a brighter, ventilated and more versatile part of your North Texas home.

Are garage door screens motorized?

Yes, garage screens can be either manually operated or motorized, depending on the system you choose. The Lifestyle garage screen featured on this page uses a spring-loaded counterbalance system that makes it easy to raise and lower the screen by hand without an electric motor.

For homeowners who prefer push-button convenience, Southern Shade Solutions also offers motorized garage screens that retract at the touch of a button. Motorized screens are an excellent option for larger garage openings and homeowners who want quick, convenient operation while still enjoying fresh air, insect protection, shade and greater privacy.

Learn more about our motorized garage screens and retractable screen solutions for homes throughout Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas.