Window Screen Repair Cost: Ontario Cottage Edition

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You’ve made it to the cottage.
The dock’s solid. The fridge is stocked. The bugs? Also moved in.

That’s when you notice your window screens are ripped, sagging, or just plain missing.

So… how much does it cost to fix all this?

Let’s break down the real cost of window screen repairs for Ontario cottages—based on size, mesh type, and how many bugs you’re willing to live with.

📦 What’s Included in “Repair”?

A typical bug screen repair includes:

  • Removing the old mesh
  • Cleaning the frame
  • Replacing the screen mesh with a better-quality option
  • Installing new spline
  • Optional frame straightening or corner reinforcement
  • Reinstalling if done on-site

Not all screens are created equal — and neither are all quotes.

💲 Typical Price Ranges (as of this season)

Screen TypePrice (Per Screen)Notes
Small cottage windows (12″–20″)$45+Basic fibreglass mesh, light frame
Medium screens (20″–36″)$65+Most common range
Large or patio sliders$99–$149+Depends on mesh + roller replacement
Screen frame rebuild$100-$200+New corners, cuts, full rebuild
Pet mesh, no-see-um mesh, or upgradesAdd $40-100Worth it if bugs or pets are a problem

All prices don’t include HST.

🐛 What Impacts the Cost?

  • Mesh type: Fibreglass is cheapest. Pet mesh, no-see-um mesh, and stainless mesh cost more.
  • Frame condition: Bent or broken frames = more labour or often need a full rebuild.
  • Accessibility: Are we driving to a lakeside dock with a hand cart or pulling up to the garage? Time = cost. Additional cost if we need to travel by boat to your special island in paradise.
  • On-site repair vs. drop-off: Bringing them to us saves you $$.

🧰 Can I DIY This?

Technically yes.
But screen repair is one of those jobs that looks simple until it’s not.

  • Spline pops out? Start again.
  • Mesh is crooked? Start again.
  • Screen too tight? Frame warps.
  • Too loose? Bugs come anyway.

You’ll spend $50–$100 in supplies and a couple hours swearing at aluminum.
Or, we can do it in half the time, and it’s done right the first time.

🏡 Full Cottage Job Example (Real Numbers)

Muskoka cottage, 11 screens total:

  • 8 medium windows → $65 each = $520+tax
  • 2 large sliders (with roller issues) → $149 each = $298+tax
  • 1 screen completely rebuilt = start at $100 (more for any unique frame types or larger sizes)
  • Travel & bulk discount applied → total around $900+tax

Peace of mind (and no mosquitoes in the kitchen): priceless.

Final Word: Don’t Let Bugs Win

Whether you’re prepping for cottage season or trying to survive it, fixing your screens early is one of the cheapest, highest-impact upgrades you can make.

It’s not just about comfort—it’s about making your property livable (and rentable) without swatting all weekend.

Mosquitoes getting through? Book your bug screen fix now

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