Your Pool Cage is Rusting: Here’s What to Do About It

Living in Southwest Florida is a dream—sunshine, beautiful beaches, and endless outdoor living. But our unique coastal environment, with its high humidity and salty air, is a nightmare for one of your home’s most important features: the pool cage.

If you’ve started noticing ugly brown streaks bleeding down your pool cage’s frame, you’re seeing a critical problem in real time. This isn’t just dirt; it’s rust, and it’s a sign that your pool cage is under attack.

The Hidden Cause of Rust Stains

Most pool cages are built with an aluminum frame, which doesn’t rust. So why the stains? The problem lies with the fasteners—the tiny steel screws that hold the entire structure together. Over time, these screws corrode due to moisture and salt, causing rust to leak down the aluminum beams.

This isn’t just a cosmetic issue. As the screws weaken, the structural integrity of your entire pool cage is compromised. What starts as a small stain can lead to loose panels, instability, and a much more expensive problem down the road.

The Performance Pool Cage Solution: A True Restoration

You have two main options when facing a rusting pool cage: replace it or restore it. A full replacement can be incredibly expensive and disruptive. A restoration is the smarter, more cost-effective choice, but only if it’s done correctly.

At Performance Pool Cage, we believe in a complete, long-term solution. Our comprehensive restoration process addresses the problem at its source.

1. Rusty Screw Replacement: This is the most critical step. We meticulously remove every single corroded screw and replace it with a #304 marine-grade stainless steel fastener. This high-quality material is specifically designed to resist rust and corrosion, ensuring a strong, secure, and stain-free structure for years to come.
2. Professional Pool Cage Painting: After replacing the screws, we prepare your aluminum frame with a thorough cleaning. We then apply a premium, industrial-grade paint that gives your cage a flawless, like-new finish while providing an extra layer of protection against the elements.
3. Expert Pool Cage Re-screening: Finally, we complete the job by re-screening your entire enclosure. We install durable, high-quality screen mesh that gives you a clear, unobstructed view while keeping pests out.

Don’t Just Cover It, Fix It

Performance Pool Cage Team

A quick paint job from a less-experienced company won’t solve your rust problem. It will only hide it temporarily. Within a few months, those old, rusted screws will begin to bleed through the new paint, leaving you right back where you started.

Our restoration service is a permanent upgrade. By replacing the fasteners, we give your pool cage a new foundation of strength and a beautiful, lasting finish.

We are proud to serve homeowners across Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, North Port, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Siesta Key, and Longboat Key. If you’re ready to get rid of those ugly rust stains for good and restore your pool cage to its former glory, contact us today for a free estimate.