Why Fall Is the Perfect Season for Phantom Screens

Fall in Nebraska and Iowa is hard to beat. The temperatures finally cool down, the evenings get more comfortable, and suddenly your patio, porch, or covered outdoor space becomes the place you actually want to spend your time.

The only problem? Bugs, wind, changing temperatures, and that low fall sun can make it harder to enjoy.

That’s where Phantom Screens come in.

At Anderson Exterior Shading, we install Phantom Screens designed to help homeowners create more comfortable, functional outdoor living spaces — without permanently closing them off. And while retractable screens are useful throughout much of the year, fall might just be when you appreciate them the most.

Enjoy the Fresh Air Without Inviting the Bugs In

One of the best parts of fall is opening up your home and letting in the cooler air. Unfortunately, open doors and outdoor living spaces can also mean flies, mosquitoes, gnats, and other unwanted guests.

Phantom Screens create a barrier between your space and the outdoors while still allowing fresh air to flow through.

For covered patios, porches, and other outdoor entertaining areas, that means you can enjoy dinner outside, watch football, relax with a drink, or spend an evening with friends without constantly swatting bugs away.

Make Your Outdoor Space More Comfortable

Fall weather can change quickly in Nebraska and Iowa. A sunny afternoon can turn into a chilly, breezy evening before you know it.

Retractable screens can help add another layer of comfort to covered outdoor spaces by reducing exposure to wind and direct sunlight while maintaining an open-air feel.

Instead of abandoning the patio as soon as summer ends, Phantom Screens can help you get more use out of a space you've already invested in.

Take Advantage of Those Perfect Fall Days

There are only so many days each year when it's 65 degrees, sunny, and absolutely perfect outside.

You should be able to enjoy every one of them.

Phantom Screens can be retracted when you want a completely open view and lowered when you want additional protection or comfort. That flexibility makes them ideal for Nebraska and Iowa's constantly changing fall weather.

Beautiful afternoon? Open everything up.

Bugs come out around sunset? Lower the screens.

Wind picks up during dinner? You've got another layer between you and the elements.

Your outdoor space can adapt right along with the weather.

Keep the View You Love

One reason homeowners hesitate to screen in a porch or patio is because they don't want to lose the open feel or obstruct the view.

That's one of the biggest advantages of retractable Phantom Screens.

When they're not needed, the screens retract discreetly out of the way. You aren't permanently changing the look of your outdoor space or covering up the view from your home.

It's comfort when you want it and an open space when you don't.

A Great Addition to New Construction Homes

If you're building a new home in Nebraska or Iowa, fall is also a great time to start thinking about how you'll use your outdoor living spaces.

Covered patios, oversized sliding doors, outdoor kitchens, and entertaining areas have become major parts of today's home designs. Incorporating retractable screens into the plan can make those spaces even more functional.

Planning for Phantom Screens during the building process can also create a cleaner, more integrated finished look.

Already have an existing patio or porch? That's okay, too. Many existing spaces can be retrofitted with a Phantom Screen system.

Don't Wait Until Next Summer to Upgrade Your Patio

Outdoor living season doesn't have to end when summer does.

With Phantom Screens, your patio or covered outdoor space can become one of your favorite places to spend a crisp fall afternoon or evening — without sacrificing the fresh air and open views that make being outside so enjoyable.

Anderson Exterior Shading installs Phantom Screens for homeowners throughout Nebraska and Iowa. Our team can help you determine which screen system makes the most sense for your home, lifestyle, and outdoor space.

Ready to make the most of your patio this fall?

Contact Anderson Exterior Shading today to schedule your free consultation and learn more about adding Phantom Screens to your home.