Pool Screen Enclosure with Mansard Roof (Project #3189), Club Ln, Sarasota, FL
Sarasota
March 26, 2026
1,636 sq. ft. Structure Area; 754 sq. ft. footprint
This Sarasota pool enclosure fits a tight backyard between the house and an existing concrete wall. A white Mansard frame, clear front span, cable bracing, and 7-inch Super Gutter surround the pool and spa. The project also added white screen walls and a door to the adjacent covered lanai.
Project Overview
In Sarasota, a narrow backyard called for an enclosure shaped around the existing property. The homeowners on Club Ln wanted a full-footprint enclosure that would keep insects out and connect the pool, spa, and adjacent lanai. With house walls on two sides and an existing 4-foot concrete wall at the back, the result was a custom Mansard pool cage fitted to the available space.
The Mansard roof gives the structure its signature profile, adding headroom and a finished appearance that complements the property. The engineering plan defines a main section measuring 28 ft 5 in by 25 ft with 10 ft walls. To carry the front clear span between the corner posts, the frame uses a heavy self-mating beam.
Water management was a core design consideration. A 7-inch Super Gutter connects the enclosure along the existing roofline. Diagonal cable bracing supports the front and side walls, and a screen section rises above the existing concrete wall. The white frame uses the concrete already in place.
The enclosure is screened around the pool and spa, helping keep insects and leaves out while maintaining airflow and visibility across the backyard. The adjacent covered patio received new white screen walls and a door.
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A Florida professional engineer signed off on the cage before installation. The project was completed on April 20, 2026, delivering a screened pool and covered lanai within the constrained backyard. The combined project cost around $18,000.
Before & After
See How This Sarasota Pool Screen Enclosure Came Together
Step inside Project #3189 and see how this Sarasota pool area became a screened outdoor retreat. The video highlights the white Mansard frame, clear front span on a heavy self-mating beam, and diagonal cable bracing. You’ll also see the screen section above the existing concrete wall, 7-inch Super Gutter, and new white screen walls and door on the covered lanai. Watch how the finished enclosure brings the pool, spa, and patio together within the property’s tight footprint.
How We Did It
Project #3189 followed a complete design-build process, beginning with an on-site consultation and precise measurements of the Sarasota pool area. After the materials and final layout were approved, our team created the 3D visualization and engineering documentation for the Mansard-style enclosure with a heavy self-mating front beam and diagonal cable bracing. A Florida professional engineer signed off on the cage before installation. Permit approval was followed by material preparation and installation on the existing concrete. After the required final inspection and client walkthrough, the completed pool cage and adjacent lanai screening were placed under warranty and ongoing company support.
Our specialist visited the Sarasota property on Club Ln to evaluate the existing pool deck, roofline, structural connection points, and backyard dimensions. Precise measurements were taken for the custom pool cage and adjacent covered lanai screening, including the main 28 ft 5 in by 25 ft section and 10 ft wall height. During this stage, the homeowners selected the white Mansard frame, clear front span, diagonal cable bracing, and 7-inch Super Gutter. After the scope, materials, pricing, and construction schedule were confirmed, the contract was finalized.
Using the field measurements, our team developed a detailed 3D visualization showing how the new pool enclosure would integrate with the home and the tight Sarasota property. The engineering documentation specified the Mansard roof, heavy self-mating front beam, 7-inch Super Gutter connection, diagonal cable bracing, and screen section above the existing concrete wall. This planning stage allowed the homeowners to review the finished appearance and confirm the structural layout before construction began. A Florida professional engineer signed off on the cage before installation.
Once the design and engineering documentation were complete, the permit package was prepared and submitted for review. Our team coordinated the required plans and supporting documents for the Sarasota pool enclosure, addressing the structural details of the Mansard frame, clear front span, Super Gutter connection, diagonal cable bracing, and screening above the existing wall. Permit approval allowed the project to move into material preparation and construction.
Materials were prepared according to the approved engineering plans before installation began at the Club Ln property. Our installers connected the 7-inch Super Gutter along the existing roofline and assembled the white aluminum Mansard frame with a heavy self-mating front beam. Diagonal cable bracing was installed on the front and side walls, and the screen section continued above the existing 4-foot concrete wall. Screening was then stretched and secured across the enclosure. New white screen walls and a door completed the adjacent covered lanai on the existing concrete.
After installation, our team checked the screen tension, frame connections, fasteners, Super Gutter attachment, diagonal cable bracing, screen section above the concrete wall, and overall finish. The adjacent lanai walls and door were also checked. The project then proceeded through the required final inspection. Once approved, the completed enclosure and related documentation were presented to the homeowners during the final walkthrough. Project #3189 was officially completed on April 20, 2026.
Following the final handover, the completed pool enclosure was placed under Screen Factory Florida’s warranty and ongoing support. Our team remains available to assist with questions related to the screen mesh, frame, Super Gutter, cable bracing, lanai door, or any structural component. The homeowners can now enjoy a screened, comfortable outdoor pool and patio area in Sarasota with dependable support after installation.
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Design, Permits & Project Planning
Project #3189 required careful planning to design a pool enclosure for the tight Sarasota property. Engineering drawings established the Mansard roof geometry, heavy self-mating front beam, 7-inch Super Gutter connection, diagonal cable bracing, and screen section above the existing concrete wall. The 3D visualization confirmed the enclosure proportions, screen wall layout, and structural configuration before installation. These documents supported Florida code compliance, accurate fabrication, and permit approval while coordinating the pool cage with the adjacent covered lanai.
The engineering package defined the structural requirements for the custom pool enclosure, including the heavy self-mating front beam, Mansard roof geometry, frame connections, diagonal cable bracing, and attachment along the 7-inch Super Gutter. Each component was planned around the existing roofline and concrete wall and specified to meet applicable Florida Building Code requirements for the Sarasota property. A Florida professional engineer signed off before installation. The drawings coordinated the main 28 ft 5 in by 25 ft section, 10 ft walls, and screening above the back wall.
The 3D model provided a clear preview of the pool enclosure before fabrication and installation began. It showed the proportions of the white aluminum Mansard frame, front clear span, 7-inch Super Gutter connection, diagonal cable bracing, and screen section above the existing concrete wall while confirming the finished appearance. The model also showed the adjacent covered lanai with its screen walls and door. Views around the pool and spa clarified how the enclosure would connect to the house, follow the roofline, and preserve passage beside the property within the existing tight backyard.
The enclosure layout positioned the pool cage around the existing pool and spa on Club Ln while accounting for the house walls, covered patio, existing concrete, and 4-foot back wall. It confirmed how the front clear span, diagonal cable bracing, and screen section above the wall fit within the available space. The engineering layout also coordinated the 7-inch Super Gutter along the roofline and the new lanai screen walls and door. Together, these decisions connected the pool area to the covered patio without treating the narrow backyard as an open rectangular site. The existing concrete remained the starting point for this arrangement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about screen enclosure types, new cage and lanai pricing, screen material choices, and long-term durability.
What are the different types of screen enclosures available?
Screen enclosures include pool cages over a pool and surrounding deck, screened lanais beneath an existing roof, and patio enclosures built around an outdoor sitting area. Roofed structures may use a Mansard, gable, or other engineered roof form; some designs include wider viewing spans. A screen roof allows air and rain through, while a solid roof provides a different level of weather protection. The choice depends on the space, house connection, existing concrete, and intended use. An enclosure can also combine several areas, such as a pool cage with screening along an adjacent covered patio.
How much does a new screen enclosure cost?
The cost depends on the enclosure size, wall height, roof design, structural spans, screen selection, and condition of the supporting concrete. Engineering, permitting, access, and connections to the house also affect the quote. Project #3189 cost around $18,000 for the pool cage and related covered lanai screening, so that figure describes this combined scope rather than a universal price per square foot. A clear-span front or screening above an existing wall requires different detailing from a simple screen wall. Compare itemized proposals with the same materials and scope before choosing a contractor.
What is the average cost of a lanai enclosure?
A single average can be misleading because screening an existing covered lanai is a different job from building a new roofed enclosure. The first may require screen walls, framing, and a door; the second also needs roof members and additional structural connections. Price varies with opening sizes, wall height, mesh, door requirements, supporting concrete, and engineering or permit work. Ask whether the estimate is for screening only or includes a complete structure. The most useful comparison is a written quote for your measured openings and selected materials, with any concrete work and approvals clearly identified.
Which is the best screen material?
The best material depends on the main problem you want to solve. Standard fiberglass screening offers a practical balance of airflow, visibility, and cost. A finer No-See-Um weave targets smaller biting insects, with some reduction in airflow. Heavy-duty polyester mesh offers greater resistance to tearing and punctures than standard fiberglass, making it worth considering where pets or frequent contact cause wear. Pet-resistant products may reduce visibility and are often used in selected lower panels. Match the mesh to each opening, the engineered design, and your maintenance priorities rather than choosing on thickness alone.
What is the longest lasting screen material?
For resistance to tears and punctures, heavy-duty vinyl-coated polyester is a strong option compared with standard fiberglass insect screen. Products such as Phifer TuffScreen are designed for demanding use, but no material has the longest service life in every setting. Sun exposure, branch contact, pets, installation tension, spline condition, and storm damage all affect replacement needs. Compare the actual product specifications and warranty terms, and keep vegetation away from panels. A warranty period is not a promised lifespan. The frame and mesh also age separately, so screen replacement does not always mean replacing the cage.
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