What do we do?
We are a completely mobile Screen service in Reno and its surrounding communities. We repair and replace window screens and screen doors. We bring our custom fully equipped trailer to your home and do your work at your house. Our mobile screen service is our store, which means lower overhead and better prices!
How do you compare to others with pricing?
As a growing family owned business we don’t have to worry about national advertising costs. We pass those savings on to you. We shop our competition and keep our prices competitive, although we separate ourselves by standing by our work and making sure you are satisfied.
How soon can you come to my house?
Depending on the season/time of year, we can schedule an appointment within a day or two. During peak seasons, it may be a week out. We also offer a drop off service which is a great alternative for those with not enough needs to hit our minimums for mobile service.
Does CrossBreeze Screens provide a warranty?
We warranty our deluxe sliding screen door for 10 years! Even against bending. Thats right IF you purchase a deluxe 2 1/2 inch sliding screen door from us and accidentally bend it, we will repair or replace it at no charge! Warranty does not cover the mesh.
Although we do not offer warranties on screens, standard slider doors, and others, we do stand by our work. Screens are a difficult thing to warranty as there is a lot that can go wrong and damage the mesh, or frame. We stand by our craftsmanship however, and should you have a problem, we want to hear about it.
Why do Black and Brown cost less than the other colors?
Darker colors are the most functional and the most popular. There is a little price advantage because I do more volume in these colors. Offering a discount tends to increase demand, which helps me to streamline my inventory and process making the discount worthwhile.
If I install solar screens, how much can I expect to save on my electric bill?
SRP claims that by shading all sun-struck windows you can save up to 25% of your cooling costs. With 80% screens a good portion of that savings may be obtained. Maximum savings will be achieved with 90% Suntex, but with a reduction in natural light. Figure your cooling cost by subtracting out the “base” amount of your electric bill. (For example one month when you didn’t use heat or AC your bill was $80. In July your bill was $280. Your cooling cost is $200 for July.)
What is Pet Screen?
It is a vinyl coated polyester screen that is 7 times stronger than normal insect screening. Pet Screen is thicker and made to withstand the punishment of large dog breeds. Many people ask for aluminum mesh screen for their pets, however pet screen is stronger and safer than aluminum screen.
Why would someone choose 80% solar instead of 90% solar screens?
here are a few reasons, the most common is to allow more sunlight to illuminate the room while still having some protection. Common applications for Suntex 80 are windows where the sun exposure is minimal, or on any room where maximum natural light is preferred.
Will Suntex 90 block too much of the light, making my rooms too dark?
Suntex 90 does make a noticeable change in the lighting of your rooms. It’s a natural tradeoff, blocking most of the sun’s heat does require a reduction in the amount of light coming in. In the end it is a personal choice and only you can say how much light is needed in your home. It may help to consider which concerns you more: having too much heat, –or– having too much shade.
If the screens block so much of the sun won't 90% screens also block some of my view?
There is a lot of material in the 90% screens, but the straight-ahead view from back in the room (away from the window) is actually better than the old 70% sun screens, but the room will be darker. If you are trying see out at an extreme angle to the window then your view will be blocked, it’s the same properties that block more of the sun as the angle gets sharper.
How do I keep my screens clean?
If they are just dusty a light rinsing with a hose should easily take the dust off.
Will the screens be more effecive if the entire window frame is covered?
This is one of the selling points of some screen shops and in my opinion is simply a sales line. Solar screens do help shade the window but they are still a “partial” shade. As long as some sun is still hitting the glass the amount of heat radiating through the window frame is negligible. The real problem is solar energy easily penetrates the glass and then is trapped inside, creating heat. The primary focus should be on shading the glass, and until all the direct rays are completely blocked the thermal conductivity of the frame is a minimal issue. Windows will never insulate like a wall, but shading the glass from direct sun can significantly reduce your cooling costs.