The cost of a pool enclosure comes down to what goes into it: how big it is, how it is framed, what kind of roof it has, which screen you choose, and what your site, engineering, and permits require. Change any one of those and the price changes with it.
That is why we do not publish prices or price ranges. A number on a web page would not reflect your home. What we can do is explain each factor, so the estimate you get makes sense.
Size and shape
Size is the biggest single driver. A larger footprint and a taller enclosure use more framing, more screen, and more labor.
Shape matters too. A simple rectangle over a rectangular pool is the most straightforward to frame. Enclosures that wrap around a curved deck, step around an outdoor kitchen, or tie into several rooflines take more design and more pieces.
Things that affect size and shape:
- The footprint of the deck you want covered
- Wall height and roof height
- How many corners, angles, and roof planes the design needs
- Whether it attaches to the house, and where
Standard vs. ClearView framing
A standard cage uses a familiar framing layout that works on almost any home. A ClearView or panoramic enclosure is designed to open up the view with fewer visual obstructions, where engineering permits.
Because ClearView changes how the framing is laid out and engineered, it changes the estimate as well. Whether it is worth it depends on what is behind your pool. Our guide to ClearView vs. standard pool enclosures explains the difference in detail.
Roof type
Most pool cages have a screen roof. Some projects add an insulated panel roof over part of the space, often near the house, to create shade and a covered area. Insulated roof systems include integrated gutters, flashing, and trim.
A solid roof section is a different system from a screen roof, so adding one shapes the scope and price. If you want shade over a seating or dining area, you can learn more on our insulated roofs and screen rooms page.
Screen choice
Screen affects cost in two ways: the type of screen and how much of it the enclosure needs. Standard screen, tighter no-see-um screen, and denser privacy screen each have different trade-offs in visibility, bug protection, and airflow.
Many homes mix types, such as standard screen on the roof and a denser screen on one wall. Backwater installs Phifer screening, and our guide to choosing screen for a Florida pool enclosure walks through the options.
Site and engineering
Every new enclosure is engineered for the home and site. That engineering looks at the size and shape of the enclosure, how it attaches to the house, the deck and footings, and local code requirements.
Site conditions that can affect the work include:
- The condition of the existing deck
- Access to the backyard for materials and the crew
- An existing cage that has to come down first
- Landscaping, fences, or equipment near the work area
On replacement and upgrade jobs, the condition of the existing structure also matters. Reusing what is sound can make sense, while damaged framing has to be addressed.
Permits and HOA
New enclosures and structural work need a building permit from the city or county that covers your address. Permit fees and any required inspections are part of the overall project.
If you live in a community with an HOA, you may also need architectural approval before work begins. HOA rules can affect choices like frame color, screen, and roof style, which in turn can affect the estimate. Our guide to permits, engineering, and HOA approval explains how that process fits together.
Why we price after a site visit
We price every enclosure after we have seen the home, because that is the only way to get it right. A site visit lets us:
- Measure the actual space instead of guessing
- See how the enclosure will attach to the house
- Check the deck, access, and any existing structure
- Talk through frame color, screen, and roof options with you
- Understand what your HOA requires
From there, you get a custom estimate based on your project rather than a generic range. It also covers the schedule for your job. You can see the kind of work we do in our project gallery and read about new builds on our pool and patio enclosures page. More answers are on our FAQ page.
Get a free on-site estimate
The only way to know what your enclosure will cost is to price your enclosure. Estimates are free, and we come to you to measure and walk through the options that shape the number.
Call (941) 380-9098, Monday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or request your estimate online. We typically respond within one business day.