When the weather is nice, many people like to have their doors open so that they can have a nice air flow through the house and get some fresh air. However, they do not want to have bugs or animals get into the house from outside, so it is usually necessary to install a screen door to keep these unwanted pests outside where they belong. Then it is possible to keep your doors open for the view and the fresh air without worries of your home being overrun by insects or other pesky critters.

There are a variety of types of screen doors available. One of the newer options on the market is retractable screen doors. These really a lot more convenient than your typical screen door. It retracts into it's housing rather than swinging open, so that you don't have to worry about keeping things out of the path of the door. This means that you can use more of your space on either side of the door for other purposes. Because it retracts, there is no need to take it down during the winter or during bad weather. It will stay safe, clean and dry in its housing. There is usually little need to clean these screens since they aren't always exposed to the elements and dirt like regular screen doors.

Because of the differences of doors from house to house, most of the companies that make these retractable screen doors require them to be installed by approved professionals, but this process is usually quick and easy. Most often what happens is the contractor will come out and measure your door or other opening, and then the screen will be custom made for your door. It will be shipped to the contractor, who will bring it to your house and install it for you. This way you get the best possible fit. Many of these doors are made to create a tight seal without needing to use caulk.

These retractable screen doors usually do not have any supports in the middle, so you get a nice view. They are made of sturdy materials and made to be insect resistant so that bugs can't get in through them or damage the housing. They can be purchased so that the frames are made in a variety of different finishes to match the decor of your house, and some manufacturers can even make them with wood veneers.