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Got Questions About Motorized Screens or Pergolas

Florida Living Outdoor has the answer. Below is a list of the most commonly asked question by homeowners in Florida Owners when trying to improve their outdoor spaces. Don't find it here in the FAQ. Talk with FLO. Simply fill out the chat widget.

What is your phone number?

Florida Living Outdoors’s phone number is (321)830-5660. Feel free to call anytime.

How do I schedule an appointment?

You can call the office or schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation online or schedule an appointment at the following calendar link https://floridalivingoutdoor.com/enhance-and-extend-outdoor-spaces/

Where is your office located?

Our office is located outside of Oviedo Florida, but we service the East Coast from New Smyrna Beach to Palm Coast and Central Florida from Oviedo to Mt Dora.

How do I get a quote?

How long has Florida Living Outdoor been in business?

The owner of Florida Living Outdoors has been in the Outdoor Service industry for over 23 years. We are good at what we do.

What does Florida Living Outdoor do?

FL Outdoor specializes in protecting and creating smart and usable outdoor spaces that your family can enjoy.

Do you have a showroom?

No. 99.5% of its business is done in a homeowner’s backyard. We have sample demo kits and brochures to create an understanding of the product. If you move forward, we can order a life-like rendering.

Do the screens come in different shades and colors?

The housing units come in five colors: black, white, gray, bronze, and beige. The screen mesh color varies.

What is a rendering:

A rendering is a lifelike photo of your home with the desired product applied. They look real. It cool.

Is there a place where I can see motorized screens?

Yes. I’m sure we can talk to one of our clients and see theirs.

What is in an in-home consultation?

We simply need to schedule a time and one of our estimators will come out and meet with you. They will take detailed measurements and find out your wants, needs, and desires.e.

Are all motorized screens the same?

No. Motorized Screens serve different functions such as bug, solar, or storm protection.

What makes MagnaTrack so special?

That is easy. MagnaTrack uses free-floating inner tracks that release and reattach with opposite pull neodymium magnates. Combined with ballistic fiber the screens can stop a 2” x 4” traveling at fast speed.

What are the five basic components of a motorized screen?

The housing unit, track, and weight bar are the same.

How important is the screen mesh?

The screen mesh can be as simple as something for bugs or maybe you need a solar screen to block damaging UV rays. They even make screen mesh with ballistic fiber that is meant for high wind load zones.

Do I have to be home for the consultation or estimate?

Yes. You need to be there. These products are highly customizable, and we need to know your wants, needs, and desires.

Can I get a price or quote over the phone?

No. These products are highly customizable, and prices may vary depending on your needs, wants, and desires.

How much does motorized screens and pergolas cost?

The MagnaTrack system is highly customizable. Every project is different, Openings vary and the sub-strip of the unit is being attached.

How big of an opening can the motorized screen fit into?

MagnaTrack motorized screens can span 30’ and up to 20’ in height.

What is your lead time on motorized screens?

Start to finish currently they are 8 – 10 weeks.

Which is better MagnaTrack or Phantom?

Well, the simple answer is MagnaTrack Motorized screens. Not because I say so, but because MagnaTrack is not a zipper track-based system. MagnaTrack Possesses free-floating inner tracks held together by rare earth neodymium magnets. Simply put, it takes 500 Lbs. of pressure to dislodge the screen for the sidetracks. The competitors are only 30 lbs. Who needs service calls?

Do you carry hurricane screens?

Yes. We carry the Defender Series by MagnaTrack.

What type of motorized screens do you carry?

We carry the MagnaTrack Motorized screens Manufactured by Progressive Screens. The track system is the same, but the screen is configured to protect against, bugs, UV-Ray, rain, and storms.

Does the Hurricane Defender have a product approval code?

Yes. The Hurricane Defender has a product approval code. It has the Florida Product Approval #F30798

Are the Motorized Screens Miami Dade approved?

No. But the MagnaTrack Motorized Screen system meets or exceeds Miami Dade and Florida building code requirements for roll-down hurricane screens. Therefore, it can be installed in Miami-Dade.

Do install screen enclosures around pools or patios

No. We do not build or install screen enclosures around swimming pools. We specialize in protecting and creating outdoor spaces with a click of a button.

Do you replace screen pool enclosures or blowout screens.

No. We do not.

Do you repair other company’s motorize screens?

Nope. We are a MagnaTrack Dealer. We do not carry Phantom, Horizons, or Fintech. We carry the number one screen in the world. MagnaTrack.

What type of pergolas do you carry?

We carry and install Azenco-Outdoors pergolas. They are known for the louver roofs and anti-leak system aka R-blade. They also carry R-shades.

Are the Azenco-Outdoor pergolas Miami Dade approved?

Not Yet, but we are working on it. It looks like June.

What colors do the pergolas come in?

There are three colors to select from such as black, white, and grayish bronze.

How big are each pergola zone?

A louver roof zone can go 23 feet long by 15 wide. Solid roof pergolas can cover 22 feet by 22 feet.

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MagnaTrack motorized retractable screen fully deployed on a covered patio in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. The screen creates a bug-free outdoor living space with comfortable seating, lush greenery in the background, and Florida Living Outdoor branding. Ideal for lanai and patio insect protection, shade, and privacy. Installed by certified MagnaTrack dealer Florida Living Outdoor.

Transforming Patios into Bug-Free Zones with Retractable Screens in New Smyrna Beach

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May 11, 2025•3 min read

In New Smyrna Beach, outdoor living is a way of life. But so are mosquitoes, no-see-ums, sand gnats, and unexpected gusts of wind. For many homeowners, these daily intrusions become the reason they stop enjoying the spaces they spent so much time designing. At Florida Living Outdoor, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose between nature and comfort—you should have both.

That’s why so many homeowners along Florida’s east coast are turning to MagnaTrack Motorized Screens, a revolutionary retractable screen system created by Progressive Screens. Built with patented magnetic tensioning and engineered for Florida’s toughest conditions, MagnaTrack allows you to enjoy your patio or lanai—bug-free, shaded, private, and protected—with a simple click of a remote or mobile app.

The Bug-Free Lifestyle: Why It Matters

Imagine stepping outside at dusk without being eaten alive by mosquitoes. Or enjoying your morning coffee on the lanai without sweeping off pollen and dirt blown in from the wind. With motorized retractable screens, you take back control of your outdoor space.

Installed by our expert team at Florida Living Outdoor, MagnaTrack screens give homeowners in New Smyrna Beach:

Instant insect protection without chemicals
Filtered sunlight that cools the area without blocking the view
Enhanced privacy from street traffic or close neighbors
Wind resistance that keeps furniture and décor protected
Improved property value through sleek, customized upgrades

And best of all? These screens disappear when you don’t need them. With the push of a button, your screen retracts into its discreet housing—preserving your view, your architecture, and your flexibility.

What Makes MagnaTrack Screens Better?

Not all retractable screens are built equally. Most systems rely on zippers, cables, or tracks that jam, pop out, or wrinkle under pressure—especially in coastal Florida where wind gusts are frequent. MagnaTrack changes that.

This patented technology uses dual-magnet tracks that self-adjust and self-correct, even under intense wind load or uneven pressure. That means no more expensive service calls when your screen gets stuck or buckled.

Want a deeper dive into how the technology works? Learn more here:
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And because MagnaTrack screens are engineered by Progressive Screens—a leader in outdoor screen innovation—they’re also rated for Category 5 wind loads. That makes them a hurricane-ready solution, too.

Why New Smyrna Beach Is the Perfect Fit

The coastal lifestyle is about connection—sunlight, sea breeze, and time outdoors. But it's also about adapting to elements like salt air, sudden rain, and biting bugs. Our clients in New Smyrna Beach often come to us saying, “We love our patio… but we don’t use it.”

If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and the solution is simpler than you think.

With a MagnaTrack screen installed by Florida Living Outdoor, you can enjoy your:

Lanai at sunset—without bug bites
Covered patio—even during a light rain
Garage workspace—without windblown debris
Pergola or gazebo—with added shade and privacy

Local Expertise. Professional Results.

At Florida Living Outdoor, we bring more than 25 years of experience in the outdoor service industry. We’re also a certified MagnaTrack dealer and installer, meaning we install each screen with precision, performance, and aesthetic quality in mind. We proudly serve homeowners across Central Florida, including New Smyrna Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Davie, and the greater Orlando area.

We don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every home is different—and your outdoor space deserves a custom fit. That's why we walk each customer through the design, measurement, and installation process personally.

Ready to Enjoy Your Patio Again?

Don’t let bugs, wind, or exposure keep you from using the outdoor space you’ve invested in. Motorized retractable screens give you back control—on your terms, in your time.

Let’s help you reclaim your patio in New Smyrna Beach and enjoy a bug-free, breeze-ready, shade-smart outdoor life.

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