The RP Built Blog
Cost, timelines, insurance, and Florida's building code — the questions we get asked on every estimate, answered in full before you ever call us.
Storm Readiness
A screen enclosure that's never been tested by a real storm hasn't been proven — it's just untested. Here's what to check before hurricane season, not during it.
Read the checklist →Cost
Real 2026 pricing by size, what actually drives the cost up or down, and why an Open View doesn't have to cost more than a standard rebuild.
Read the full breakdown →Open View
Same screen, same roof styles — the entire difference comes down to one beam. Here's the side-by-side comparison, and which one actually fits your yard.
See the comparison →Impact Windows
Demand spikes the moment a storm gets a name — which is the worst time to start. Here's why timing matters more than most homeowners think.
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Most Florida policies cover storm damage, but coverage limits and exclusions vary. What to know — and document — before you file a claim.
Read more →Timeline
The build itself takes days. Permitting takes weeks. Here's the real timeline, and when to actually start.
Read more →Building Code
Florida raised its wind-load standard in 2023. Here's what changed, how to tell if your enclosure predates it, and what that means for a replacement.
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