Solar Screens & Window Screens

Solar screens and bug screens are exterior window screens designed to improve comfort and usability in and around your home. 

Solar screens are specially designed mesh screens installed on the exterior of windows or patio openings to block heat, glare, and UV rays from the sun before they reach the glass. These screens filter sunlight while still allowing airflow and visibility. 

Traditional Window screens (insect screens) are fine mesh screens installed over windows, doors, or patios to keep insects out while allowing fresh air to circulate through the home. They are designed primarily for airflow and pest protection rather than heat reduction. 

Professional installation ensures the screens are custom-fit for each window or opening, providing a secure fit and long-lasting performance.

Solar Screens
Benefits of Solar Screens

Solar screens are especially popular in hot climates like North Texas because they help control sunlight and heat entering the home.

Key benefits include:
  • Lower energy costs – Solar screens block a large portion of solar heat before it enters the home, helping reduce air-conditioning use.
  • Heat reduction indoors – High-quality screens can block up to 90–97% of solar heat and UV rays.
  • Protection for furniture and flooring – By reducing UV exposure, solar screens help prevent fading and deterioration of interior materials.
  • Reduced glare – Improves comfort when watching TV, using computers, or relaxing near windows.
  • Daytime privacy – Many solar screen fabrics allow you to see out while limiting visibility from the outside. 

Signs You Need Solar Screens
  • Your home gets excessive sun exposure or heat through windows
  • Rooms feel hotter near large windows or glass doors
  • High energy bills during Texas summers
  • Furniture, flooring, or curtains are fading from sunlight
  • Glare makes it hard to watch TV or work on screens

Traditional Window Screens
Benefits of Bug Screens

Bug screens provide a simple but essential function for many homes.Key benefits include:
  • Keeps insects out – Prevents mosquitoes, flies, and other pests from entering your home.
  • Improves ventilation – Allows fresh air to circulate through open windows and doors.
  • Enhances outdoor comfort – Ideal for patios, porches, and outdoor living areas.
  • Protects indoor air quality – Lets homeowners open windows without worrying about pests or debris entering the home.

F.A.Q

Yes. Solar screens block a large percentage of solar heat and UV rays before they reach the window, which helps keep homes cooler and can reduce air-conditioning use. 
Solar screens filter sunlight rather than completely blocking it. You still get natural light and visibility while reducing glare and heat.
No. Bug screens are designed mainly to allow airflow and keep insects out, while solar screens focus on heat and glare reduction. 
Yes. Torn mesh, bent frames, and worn screen material can often be repaired or replaced without replacing the entire frame.
Yes. Many solar screens are designed to be removable, allowing homeowners to clean windows or remove them seasonally if desired.


High-quality solar screens can last many years depending on sun exposure and material quality.