Working with American Light Design was easily the best decision we made during our screened porch addition. We chose to go a little above and beyond and installed the Defender Series MagnaTrack screens with the 97% solar-blocking mesh. Our porch faces due west, so late afternoon sun and heat were a major concern as were high winds in the fall and winter and blocking the rain and snow when it comes. The expanded use of the space has been dramatic. The screens significantly reduce glare and heat while still allowing us to see out, and they also provide great privacy. Because of the tight woven mesh, the space holds temperature much better than a traditional screened porch. In colder months we can drop the screens, turn on our heaters, and comfortably use the space even when it’s 25–30°F outside. With these it has effectively become a three- or four-season room. During the summer, we also added a mini-split with the fans and can lower the screens and run the AC to keep the porch comfortable even on exceedingly hot and humid days. Another major benefit is the durability when you upgrade to the defender series. While many neighbors have to raise their drop-down screens during winter or windy conditions, we are able to keep ours down without issue and protect our furniture from wind and the elements. Even in sideways rain, at worst we get a little mist inside the screens. Beyond the product itself, the American Light Design team was outstanding. They were professional, detail-oriented, and clearly committed to doing the job correctly rather than just quickly. Communication was excellent and the installation quality shows. This was without question the best investment we made in our addition to increase the usability of our space, and I would highly recommend both the MagnaTrack system and American Light Design to anyone considering upgrading or building their outdoor living space.
Reply from American Light Design
Thanks for the trust you placed with us. We will be seeing you again soon with another round of screens.