How Much Does Screen replacement Cost?
Screen replacement typically costs $90 to $200 as a national estimate. The biggest price drivers are number and size of screens, new frame vs. rescreen, mesh choice.
National estimate from the HandymanQuote price book · Prices reviewed August 30, 2026
National average range — your local pro sets their own price after reviewing your details.
Screen replacement price ranges
Estimated tiers within the national range. Your local pro sets the actual price.
Basic
$90 – $123
Straightforward job, easy access, standard materials, nothing unexpected behind the surface.
Standard
$123 – $173
The most common outcome: typical scope, mid-grade materials, a little prep or adjustment along the way.
Extensive
$173 – $200+
Larger scope, premium materials, difficult access, or repairs needed before the main work can start.
Estimated time on site
About 45 min – 1.5 hrs for a standard job.
Estimated labor vs. materials
Roughly 60% labor and 40% materials for this type of work.
What affects the cost of screen replacement?
Number and size of screens
Price is per screen, and oversized or full-height door screens use more frame and mesh.
New frame vs. rescreen
Building a new frame to fit the opening costs more than pulling the spline and rescreening the old one.
Mesh choice
Standard fiberglass is the baseline; pet-resistant and solar-shading mesh add material cost.
Local labor rates
Rates vary market to market. Your quote reflects what the pro in your ZIP actually charges — not a national guess.
What's typically included?
- Measuring
- Removing damaged parts
- Installing and sealing
- Testing operation
Scope varies by pro — confirm what your quote covers.
What can increase the price?
- Number and size of screens: Price is per screen, and oversized or full-height door screens use more frame and mesh.
- New frame vs. rescreen: Building a new frame to fit the opening costs more than pulling the spline and rescreening the old one.
- Mesh choice: Standard fiberglass is the baseline; pet-resistant and solar-shading mesh add material cost.
What can lower the price?
- Clear access to the work area before the pro arrives
- Bundling several projects into one visit to share the trip charge
- Supplying your own fixture or materials when your pro allows it
When should you hire a professional?
It looks simple on paper, but shut-off valves that won't close, live circuits, and damage hidden behind the wall are what turn a 30-minute job into a much bigger repair bill. At this price point a pro visit is usually cheap enough that most homeowners just book it and move on.
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How much does screen replacement cost?
Our national estimate for screen replacement is $90 to $200. This is a planning range from the HandymanQuote national price book, not a guaranteed quote or an average of completed jobs. Enter your ZIP for an estimate based on local contractor pricing where available.
How long does screen replacement take?
Plan on roughly 45 min – 1.5 hrs on site for a typical job. Larger scope or surprises found once work starts can extend that.
What makes screen replacement cost more?
Price is per screen, and oversized or full-height door screens use more frame and mesh. Building a new frame to fit the opening costs more than pulling the spline and rescreening the old one. Standard fiberglass is the baseline; pet-resistant and solar-shading mesh add material cost.
How we estimate screen replacement prices
The $90–$200 range is a national estimate from the HandymanQuote price book, reviewed August 30, 2026. It is not an average of completed jobs and not a guaranteed quote. The tiers, time on site, and labor split are estimates derived from that range. When you enter your ZIP code and project details, you get an estimate based on local contractor pricing where a vetted pro serves your area, or the national estimate where one doesn't yet.
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