Retractable screen doors give homeowners the freedom to enjoy fresh air without compromising on style, security, or energy performance. They glide out of sight when not in use and eliminate the slamming and space issues found in traditional hinged screens. As more households look to extend indoor-outdoor living, understanding the retractable screen door installation cost becomes essential. In this guide, CountBricks explains every price driver, so you can plan, budget, and build with confidence.
Most residential projects in the Midwest fall between $475 and $1,350 per opening, but several factors can push totals in either direction. CountBricks AI estimation software—powered by realtime voice capture and live materials pricing—helps contractors lock in accurate figures in minutes. Below, we unpack the variables our platform analyses automatically.
• Entry-level single-panel screens: $150–$280 per unit
• Mid-grade aluminum cassettes with UV mesh: $280–$450 per unit
• Premium low-profile systems for French or multi-slide doors: $450–$800 per unit
• Standard 30-36" single doors require fewer materials, hardware, and labor hours
• Double or French doors double cassette length and trimming time
• Oversize sliders (8'–12') may need custom extrusions and reinforced tracks, raising both material and labor cost by 25–40%
• Powder-coated aluminum in stock colors is the base allowance in CountBricks estimates
• Color-matched or wood-grain wraps add $75–$120 per door
• Stainless fasteners in coastal zones boost corrosion resistance and cost
• Flush, true-square jambs allow straightforward surface mounting
• Out-of-plumb frames require shimming and caulking, adding 30–60 minutes of labor
• Retrofit into masonry or stucco needs specialty anchors and touch-up finishing
• CountBricks benchmarks Des Moines-area rates at $62–$78 per hour for finish carpentry
• Single-door installs average 1.5–2.5 crew hours; double doors 3–4 hours
• AI-generated task lists from CountBricks.com/services reduce idle time and callbacks
Traditional spreadsheets and handwritten notes can miss hidden costs. CountBricks listens to your site walk-through via smartphone, converts speech to structured line items, and taps live vendor APIs for material pricing. The result is a shareable estimate and polished quote document—often before you leave the driveway.
1. Open the CountBricks mobile app and start a voice session
2. Describe door size, frame material, finish, and site conditions
3. AI maps your words to tasks, quantities, and labor productivity
4. Realtime pricing populates materials and labor totals
5. Instantly generate a branded proposal or invoice via CountBricks.com/portfolio
• Order screens with adjustable width cassettes to minimize onsite cutting waste
• Schedule measurement and install in one trip when openings are pre-verified
• Batch multiple doors in a single day; crew productivity climbs and per-door labor drops 8–15%
• Use CountBricks blueprint takeoffs to confirm rough-opening dimensions before materials hit the jobsite
A retractable screen door boosts curb appeal and perceived square footage of outdoor-adjacent rooms. Our historic data shows homeowners recoup 60–75% of installation cost on resale within three years—an easy conversation starter for upsells.
While kits exist, misaligned tracks cause premature mesh fraying. CountBricks recommends professional installation for warranty compliance and smooth operation.
Standard single door: roughly two hours. French or patio doors: half-day. Complex retrofits may require a full day.
• Seasonal vacuuming of the bottom track
• Silicone spray on rollers twice a year
• Mesh inspection after severe weather events
Ready to capture the exact retractable screen door installation cost for your next project? Launch a live estimate session at CountBricks.com/consultation and see how fast transparent pricing can be.
Last summer, a West Des Moines remodel called for five premium retractable screens on newly trimmed patio doors. The initial carpenter quote—created with pen and paper—came in at $7,250. By importing the project’s PDF plans into CountBricks blueprint takeoffs and running a two-minute voice walkthrough, the contractor revealed:
• Live aluminum cassette pricing was 7% lower than the supplier’s printed catalog
• Labor hours could be condensed from 18 to 14 by batching install sequences
• An overlooked sill adapter kit added $180 in material but prevented future call-backs
The final CountBricks estimate: $6,430. The homeowner approved on the spot, and the crew finished in one long workday—saving everyone time, money, and stress.
• Always measure the finished opening, not the rough stud frame, to avoid adjustment fees
• Record site notes verbally while walking—CountBricks captures context you’d forget at the truck
• Include a line item for touch-up paint or stain; it demonstrates professionalism and covers minor finish work
• Use the CountBricks “Change Order” voice command if the homeowner upgrades mesh type mid-install
• Schedule installs early in the day; thermal expansion on hot frames can skew alignment
Retractable screens open the door—literally—to profitable add-ons: under-sill LED lighting, smart locks, or matching pet doors. CountBricks quotes let you bundle these options with one tap, showing homeowners the incremental cost in clear, side-by-side columns.
Join thousands of residential pros who trust CountBricks for lightning-fast, defensible estimates. Start your free trial at CountBricks.com/services and win your next retractable screen project with confidence.
