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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?

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/

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.

HERE ARE A FEW THINGS THAT YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN

Flat-style digital illustration showing the Miami-Dade County badge beside a hurricane-rated motorized screen with a red hurricane symbol, set against a stormy blue background. Bold text reads: 'Miami-Dade Doesn’t Mess Around,' emphasizing certified hurricane screen standards and HVHZ testing requirements.

Maimi Dade - Doesn't Mess Around. These Testing Standards Are The Toughest On Planet Earth...

June 18, 20254 min read

There’s Florida Storm Protection… and then there’s Miami-Dade Storm Protection

— and believe me, they are not the same thing.

What so Important About Miami Dade and Motorized Hurricane Screens?

If ASTM is the national standard for testing building products, Miami-Dade County is the special forces unit. When you see something labeled as “Miami-Dade approved” or "Miami-Dade Complient", it means it has survived the most intense, unforgiving tests in the industry. It’s the difference between passing a driving test and qualifying for NASCAR. This county doesn’t just expect your motorized hurricane screen to hold up — it expects it to take a beating, get back up, and do it again. And again.

So why does Miami-Dade take things so seriously?

Because this region sits in what’s called a High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) — where storms don’t just visit… they live. Building codes in this region are some of the toughest in the world, and the testing standards that go with them? Even tougher.

When it comes to Hurricane Screen and Motorized Hurricane Screen Here are the Testing Criteria That Mater The Most:

Let’s talk about the three that matter most for your hurricane screen: TAS 201, TAS 202, and TAS 203. These tests make up the Florida trifecta for storm-rated certification.

First comes the TAS 201: The impact test.

A 2x4 wood plank is shot at high speed toward your screen system — not to simulate a hypothetical scenario, but to replicate what actually happens when a hurricane picks up roof shingles, fence posts, or tree limbs and turns them into missiles. If your screen breaks, tears, or collapses? It fails.

Then comes TAS 202: The static pressure test.

This is where they simulate the continuous wind force of a major hurricane pushing against your screen for hours. The product is subjected to high-pressure loads that simulate real-world gusts and wall-pushing winds. It’s not about “sort of holding up.” It’s about holding — period.

Finally, there’s TAS 203: And this one that separates the pretenders from the professionals.

This test simulates cyclic wind loads — the kind you get when a storm breathes. Gust after gust. In, out. Push, pull. Again and again. TAS 203 ensures that your screen isn’t just a one-hit wonder. It proves that the screen can endure sustained punishment and still protect your home without detaching, flexing to failure, or creating weak points.

When a product passes all three of these tests — TAS 201, 202, and 203 — it earns the title “Miami-Dade Approved.” That approval is your proof that the system can take real-world damage, and it’s one of the highest certifications any screen can achieve.

Here Is The Ungly Truth About Motorized Hurricane Screens:

The truth: not all screens on the market go through this testing. Some may be “hurricane-rated” in a general sense — maybe they passed a wind test in a lab somewhere. But they haven’t been through the gauntlet. They haven’t taken a 2x4 to the face, stood against Category 5 wind pressure, or been tortured with pressure cycles for hours.

So if you’re in Florida — especially in areas like Broward, Miami-Dade, or coastal Central Florida — don’t settle for a screen that’s simply “rated.” Demand one that’s approved. Look for the Notice of Acceptance (NOA) from Miami-Dade or the Florida Product Approval Number. These aren’t just technical documents — they’re your insurance that someone took the time to test your screen in the worst-case scenario before it was ever installed on your lanai.

Because in Florida, storms aren’t theoretical. Know the code. Know the difference. Be storm-ready.

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Cited & Referenced Sources for Post 3

Miami-Dade County Product Control

Miami-Dade Product Control – Search Portal for Notices of Acceptance (NOA)
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https://www.miamidade.gov/building/pc-search_app.asp
Official portal to verify if a hurricane protection product (screens, windows, doors) has passed TAS 201, 202, and 203 and earned Miami-Dade NOA approval.

TAS Testing Protocol Descriptions (Technical Bulletins & Requirements)
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https://www.miamidade.gov/building/library/design-guidelines/testrptreq.pdf
Defines TAS 201 (Impact), TAS 202 (Static Pressure), and TAS 203 (Cyclic Load) in detail.


Florida Building Code (FBC) & Statewide Certification

Florida Product Approval System – Statewide Product Certification Search
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https://www.floridabuilding.org/pr/pr_app_srch.aspx
Verifies if a screen system is approved for use under the Florida Building Code, especially in HVHZ zones.

Florida Building Code: HVHZ Zone Definitions & Requirements
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https://codes.iccsafe.org/codes/florida
Contains regulatory info on wind zones, storm load requirements, and required product approvals.


Relevant Manufacturers & Testing Providers

Progressive Screens – MagnaTrack Hurricane Screens
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https://progressivescreens.com/
Manufacturer of motorized hurricane screen systems tested to meet or exceed TAS and ASTM standards.

Intertek – Third-Party TAS Testing Provider
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https://www.intertek.com/building/impact/
Describes their Miami-Dade and Florida Product Approval testing services, including TAS 201/202/203 protocols.

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