Beat the San Fernando Valley Heat: A Guide to Solar Window Screens
The Problem: How Your Windows Cook Your Home
Standard windows let in a massive amount of solar heat gain. When unshaded south- or west...
Creative Screen Door Upgrades to Add Style and Function
If you’re like most homeowners, the screen door probably wasn’t high on your upgrade wish list. It’s there. It opens. It squeaks someti...
Window coverings can reduce heat loss and save money during winter.
Introduction Window coverings are one of the most practical, affordable, and immediate solutions available to reduce heat loss throu...
Retractable vs Sliding Screen Door: Is One Clearly Better for Your Home?
When you're deciding between a retractable vs sliding screen door, you're choosing between the old reliable and the shiny new upgrade. ...
Standard Size Patio Sliding Door: How to Know If Yours Is Interchangeable
When you're staring at your old standard size patio sliding door wondering if you can swap it out for something new without tearing apa...
Sliding Screen Door Standard Size: Are They All Made the Same?
When I started looking into sliding screen door standard size options, I thought it would be simple—I could just walk into the Home Dep...
How to Screen In a Porch for Year-Round Enjoyment
Learning how to screen in a porch is one of those projects you'll wish you'd done years earlier. After two decades in the screen busine...
The Ultimate Guide to Window Screen Repair at Home
Window screen repair doesn't have to drain your wallet or take up your entire weekend. I've fixed hundreds of screens over the years, a...
When to Consider a Screen Door Replacement and What to Choose
Screen door replacement becomes necessary when your current screen door starts looking like it's been through a war zone – and honestly...
A Pilgrimage, a Mosquito, and the Importance of Shielding Your Home: My Encounter with West Nile Virus
My Personal Experience with West Nile Virus: A Timeline and Reflection Hello, I’m Steve Tristan, founder of Best Custom Screens. Rec...
A family their dog and his favorite screen door
This is the story of a screen door. Seriously. And it’s a tearjerker. Screen doors aren’t commonly thought of as heroes, but for the...
Legacy of Niall of the Nine Hostages: A Lineage of Kings, Faith, and Heritage
The Legacy of Niall of the Nine Hostages and the Spread of Christianity Niall of the Nine Hostages, a legendary king of Ulster, left...
The Hidden Dangers of Delayed Bathroom Breaks: Why Your Dog Needs a Pet Door
Let your dog do his business outside & keep him healthy "The Hidden Dangers of Delayed Bathroom Breaks: Why Your Dog Needs a ...
From Global Materials to American Craftsmanship: Best Custom Screens’ Response to New Tariffs
Dear Customers, I hope this message finds you well. As the owner of Best Custom Screens, I wanted to personally reach out to you reg...
Fire Safety Concerns: Do Solar Screens Pose Risks During Emergencies?
Fire Safety Concerns: Do Solar Screens Pose Risks During Emergencies? When it comes to keeping our homes comfortable and energy-effi...
