Insect Screens in Singapore
Insect screens are not yet very common in Singapore but we’re seeing more and more home owners installing this as a “must have” for their homes. Insect screens serve a dual function. They allow fresh air to circulate while acting as a barrier against unwanted pests. Most notably, they keep mosquitoes so our house becomes a “No Mozzie Zone”. No mozzie = No need to worry about dengue. But there’s more to consider.
Ask Yourself: Is It Important to Keep Lizards, Cockroaches & Other Crawlies Out?
Based on our experience, the biggest group of customers we serve install insect screens to keep lizards out, followed by others to keep (flying!) cockroaches out.
If your primary objective extends beyond mosquito control—to include keeping lizards and cockroaches out—then your choice of insect screen becomes critical. Not all screens are equal in this regard. Let’s explore the nuances:
Magnetic Insect Screens
- Design: These screens consist of two mesh panels with sides sealed fully by magnets. To open/close windows, all you need to do is to “lift the screen/mesh up”. When the screen/mesh is placed back, the whole window is sealed along the full perimeter.
- Effectiveness: Magnetic screens excel at keeping out mosquitoes, but their sealed design also deters lizards, cockroaches, flying termites, wasps and other “Crawlies”
Retractable Roller Screens
- Sleek Convenience: Retractable screens roll up neatly when not in use, maintaining a modern aesthetic.
- The Gap Issue: However, most retractable screens lack sealed sides. Gaps exist where the mesh meets the frame, providing entry points for crawlies such as lizards and cockroaches, wasps and even flying termites. Therefore most retractable screens cannot keep lizards & cockroaches out – due to gaps along the sides.
- Consideration: If you prefer retractable screens, be aware that you’re compromising on complete exclusion of crawlies.
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