Custom insect screens for an apartment on the Costa Blanca

Why this solution?

A good insect screen allows ventilation while keeping mosquitoes and other insects outside without daily hassle. The right type depends on the window, door, sliding direction, available space and intended use.

The best choice is the solution that people use naturally. That is why we discuss who will operate the system, when protection is needed and how much visibility, ventilation, privacy or shading should be retained.

Technical inspection before ordering

We measure the actual window frame and check shutters, handles, rails and obstacles. For a sliding door, a pleated insect screen door can be practical; for a tilt-and-turn window, a removable window screen is often suitable.

A custom-made product can only function properly when the measuring method matches the system. We record the width, height, projection, installation side and operation, and check doors, window sills, shutter boxes, downpipes and other obstacles.

Specifically for the Costa Blanca

Homes and projects with installation space, comunidad and accessibility feature a wide variety of façades and window frames. The location may be sheltered, but it may also be fully exposed to sun or wind. That is why we do not base a proposal on a photo alone. A local inspection prevents an attractive solution from being applied incorrectly from a technical standpoint.

From La Nucía, we schedule projects throughout the Costa Blanca as part of our regular service area. For multiple products, measuring, power supply, installation and operation can be combined into one plan.

Colour, fabric, mesh and finish

The profile colour and mesh should blend in as discreetly as possible. Pets, children and frequent passage require extra attention to bottom guides, closing mechanisms and ease of operation.

We prefer to view samples next to the window frame, façade brickwork and interior. Bright Spanish light changes colours significantly. Neutral shades can appear warmer or cooler, and dark materials become hotter; we take this into account without turning personal taste into a technical fairy tale.

Manual, electric or solar

Manual operation is simple, but electric operation can be much more convenient for large or frequently used systems. Solar is particularly interesting when cabling is difficult. The size, weight, frequency of use and available position for a solar panel determine whether it is a sensible option.

When motorisation is involved, we discuss wall transmitters, remote controls, any sensors and operation per product or group. A wind sensor helps, but does not make sun protection indestructible; responsible use remains essential in strong winds.

What determines the price?

The price depends on the size, system, profile colour, fabric or mesh, motor, accessibility and mounting surface. Installation on a straight, easily accessible façade is different from working at height, above a patio cover or on a surface requiring additional anchoring.

After measuring, you receive a proposal in which the product and installation are considered together. This means you are not comparing a bare online price with a complete, installed custom-made product.

Maintenance in the coastal climate

Sand and salt require regular but gentle maintenance. Carefully rinse profiles and guides, remove dirt before it starts to cause abrasion and do not use aggressive products. Moving parts should not be treated randomly with grease or spray; follow the system’s maintenance instructions.

Do not leave a product wet and rolled up or folded for extended periods, and check after strong winds that everything moves freely. Addressing noise, uneven movement or stiffness early often prevents more serious damage.

Common mistakes with custom-made sun protection and insect screens

A common mistake is ordering based on a rough wall opening. Window frames are not always straight, tile edges may protrude and a shutter or door handle may be located exactly within the movement area. Wind resistance is also sometimes treated as an absolute figure, even though size, installation, façade position and correct use together determine what is responsible.

A second mistake is choosing the cheapest system first and only then considering power, installation and operation. This can result in visible cables, an awkward crank or a cassette that obstructs the door. With custom-made products, the complete usage situation should be established before production.

Combining solutions for a cooler and more comfortable home

External sun protection works most effectively when heat is stopped before it enters through the glass. This can be combined with interior sun protection for atmosphere and privacy. Insect screens then make it possible to ventilate during cooler hours without an invasion of mosquitoes. The products therefore fulfil different functions and can strengthen one another.

Different façades do not all need to have the same system. A zip screen may be logical for a large glass frontage, a roller shutter for a bedroom and a pleated insect screen door for a frequently used patio door. Coordinating the colour and operation keeps the overall appearance calm, while each opening receives the technically appropriate solution.

Checklist for a good quotation

• Are the exact dimensions, system type and installation position specified?
• Are the profile colour, fabric or mesh type and operation confirmed?
• Are the motor, transmitter, sensors and electrical connection included?
• Is it clear who will dismantle and dispose of existing products?
• Are lifting equipment, accessibility, mounting materials and adjustment included?
• Will you receive an explanation of use, wind and maintenance after installation?

These points make quotations comparable and prevent essential components from appearing as surprises during installation.

From advice to installation

1. Discuss the opening, sun exposure and intended use.
2. Have the dimensions and mounting surface checked.
3. Choose the configuration, colour and operation using actual samples.
4. Receive a complete price for the custom-made product and installation.
5. Have the system installed, adjusted and explained.

Advice from Port of Altea

Would you like to know which configuration is suitable? Contact us or visit our showroom in La Nucía. Also view the main page about custom-made insect screens.