Pleated insect screens in strong winds on the Costa Blanca

Why choose 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 usage.

The best choice is the solution that people use naturally. That is why we discuss who operates 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 frame and check shutters, handles, rails and obstacles. A pleated insect screen can be practical for a sliding door; for a tilt-and-turn window, a removable window screen is often suitable.

A made-to-measure 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, windowsills, shutter boxes, downpipes and other obstacles.

Specific considerations for the Costa Blanca

In homes and projects involving wind class, position and responsible use, we encounter a wide range of façades and frames. A property 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 survey prevents an attractive solution from being applied incorrectly from a technical perspective.

From La Nucía, we plan projects across the Costa Blanca as part of our regular service area. For multiple products, measuring, power supply, installation and operation can be combined in a single plan.

Colour, fabric, mesh and finish

The profile colour and mesh should blend in as unobtrusively as possible. Pets, children and frequent passage require extra attention to the bottom guide, closing mechanism and ease of operation.

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

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 this is a sensible option.

When motorisation is considered, we discuss wall transmitters, remote controls, any sensors and operation by individual product or group. A wind sensor helps, but does not make solar shading 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 terrace cover or on a surface that requires 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 made-to-measure 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 cleaning products. Moving parts should not be treated indiscriminately with grease or spray; follow the system’s maintenance advice.

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

Common mistakes with made-to-measure solar shading and insect screens

A common mistake is ordering based on a rough wall opening. Frames are not always straight, tile edges may protrude and a shutter or door handle may sit directly within the operating 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 considering power, installation and operation only afterwards. This can result in visible cables, an inconvenient crank or a cassette that obstructs the door. With made-to-measure products, the complete usage situation should be established before production.

Combining products for a cooler, more comfortable home

External solar shading works most effectively when heat is stopped before it enters through the glass. This can be combined with internal solar shading for atmosphere and privacy. Insect screens then make it possible to ventilate during cooler hours without an invasion of mosquitoes. The products therefore serve different purposes and can reinforce one another.

Different systems do not have to be used on every façade. A zip screen may be the logical choice for a large glass frontage, a shutter for a bedroom and a pleated insect screen for a frequently used terrace door. Coordinating the colours 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 instructions on use, wind and maintenance after installation?

These points make quotations easier to compare 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 made-to-measure product and installation.
5. Have the system installed, adjusted and explained.

Advice from Port of Altea

Would you like to know which configuration is right for you? Contact us or visit our showroom in La Nucía. You can also view the main page about made-to-measure insect screens.