With decades of door installation experience, the Moss Door Company team can install all sorts of doors for homes and businesses in the Puget Sound.
Screen doors should make your home feel more open without inviting insects, leaves, and outdoor debris inside. At Moss Door Company, we help homeowners choose and install screen solutions that suit the opening, the way the door is used, and the look of the home. From traditional entries to patios and sliding doors, the goal is simple: a screen that fits correctly, works smoothly, and feels like it belongs there.
Custom-fit screen options
Hinged, sliding, and retractable choices
Patio and screen replacement help
Pet-friendly screen options
Licensed Washington contractor
Pierce and King County service
No-cost, no-obligation quotes for your project. We can handle any size project, big or small.
Ensuring a seamless experience with dedicated support.
Managing the entire installation process with precision and expertise.
High-quality doors and windows from trusted manufacturers.
Designing and delivering tailor-made doors to match your unique needs.
A good screen is not just mesh in a frame. The door style, opening size, traffic pattern, pets, existing hardware, and condition of the surrounding frame all matter. Moss Door Company offers custom options, retractable screens, patio screens, sliding screen solutions, screen replacement, and pet-friendly choices throughout the Puget Sound area.
A properly fitted screen door lets you open the main door for ventilation while creating a barrier against insects and debris. The CDC recommends using window and door screens, and repairing holes, as one way to help keep mosquitoes outdoors.
It also gives you more control over how you use an entry. A patio opening may need a sliding screen. A front or back door may suit a hinged or retractable system. If you want a cleaner view when the screen is not being used, a retractable option may make more sense.
A screen should feel like part of the doorway, not an afterthought.
There is no single best style for every opening. The right choice depends on how the doorway operates and what you want from it.
| Option | Best Suited To | What to Consider |
|---|---|---|
| Hinged screen | Traditional front or back entry | Needs room to swing and a solid mounting point |
| Retractable screen | Entries where you want the screen out of sight | Correct fit helps it move smoothly |
| Sliding screen | Patio or sliding glass door | Track condition and accurate sizing matter |
| Pet-friendly screen | Busy homes with pets | Stronger screen material can handle more daily contact |
Moss Door Company’s screen doors can be tailored to the home rather than treated as a one-size-fits-all purchase. That matters when an older opening is slightly out of square, a patio track is worn, or the homeowner wants the new screen to work with an existing exterior door.
A damaged screen does not always mean the whole system has to go. Torn mesh or worn screen material may be repairable or replaceable without changing the main exterior door. If the frame, track, hardware, or fit is the real problem, a more complete replacement may provide better long-term performance.
The most useful first step is identifying what has actually failed. That keeps the project focused on the problem instead of replacing more than necessary.
The installation cost depends on the product, size, material, glass, hardware, finishing requirements, and condition of the current opening.
A straightforward replacement in a sound frame may require less work than a custom configuration involving structural changes, sidelights, transoms, damaged framing, or specialised finishes. Because every project is different, an on-site evaluation provides a more useful estimate than a generic online price.
Once the old materials are removed, we examine the opening for damage, uneven framing, or other conditions that need attention. The sill and surrounding structure must provide a stable foundation for the new unit.
For an exterior door, moisture management is especially important. Depending on the construction of the entry, preparation may include a sill pan or another appropriate pan and flashing method to help direct water away from vulnerable materials. Making sure your door keeps dirt, water, and critters out is a must.
The new door unit must sit square, plumb, and level. Installers may shim jamb sections where needed to maintain the correct spacing and alignment. Appropriate screws are then used to secure the frame while preserving smooth operation. Placing screws incorrectly or overtightening them can pull the jamb out of alignment, causing the panel to bind, swing, or develop uneven gaps.
Our team uses the proper tools and installation methods to establish consistent spacing around the panel and dependable contact with the weatherstripping.
After the unit is secured, we test the swing, latch, lock, hinges, threshold, and weather seals. We also verify that your door opens and closes smoothly without rubbing or excessive resistance.
The final stage may include trim, hardware, finishing work, and cleanup. Before leaving, our installers check the completed work and make sure you understand how to operate and care for the product.
Screen doors work best when the frame, rollers, hinges, tracks, latches, and mesh work together. A door that drags, gaps, jumps its track, or will not close cleanly quickly becomes frustrating. Accurate fitting also helps the screen do its basic job: allowing airflow while keeping unwanted insects outside.
Moss Door Company lists Washington contractor license #MOSSDDC814M6 on its website. Homeowners can use the Washington Department of Labor & Industries contractor verification tool to check contractor registration, bond, insurance, and other public information before hiring.
Moss Door Company serves homeowners throughout Pierce County and parts of King County, including Tacoma, Lakewood, University Place, Puyallup, Gig Harbor, Federal Way, Auburn, Kent, and surrounding communities.
If you are replacing a damaged patio screen, adding a retractable system, or trying to find a better fit for an existing entry, get in touch with Moss Door Company to discuss the opening and request a quote. The team can help you compare practical options without making a straightforward screen project more complicated than it needs to be.
The cost depends on size, material, glass, hardware, finish, customization, and whether the opening needs structural changes. Moss Door Company provides project-specific pricing after reviewing the scope.
Installation time depends on the opening, door configuration, finishing needs, and whether the project is a straightforward replacement or a more involved alteration. Custom products can also affect the schedule.
It depends on the jurisdiction and whether the project changes the existing opening, structure, or required egress. A simple replacement may be treated differently from enlarging or rebuilding the opening.
Often, yes, if the existing opening can support the new configuration, but swing clearance, threshold details, framing, and local permit requirements should be checked first.
Yes, when the exterior door system suits the location and is installed with proper sealing, threshold details, and weather-resistant finishing.
Yes. Hinged glass doors work well for offices, dens, dining rooms, pantries, and other spaces where you want separation without losing as much natural light.
Tell us a little about your project and we’ll follow up within one business day. Prefer to talk? Call 253-352-4784, Mon–Fri 7am–4pm.
