Pool Cage Builders in Land O'Lakes & Tampa Bay
Designed for your pool deck, engineered for Florida weather, and built by a local licensed contractor who handles the permit and inspections.
What We Build
We build custom aluminum pool cages around the actual footprint of your pool, deck, home, and roofline. The frame is measured and fabricated for the site—not selected from a kit—so door placement, sightlines, drainage, and connections to the house all work together.
A standard gable enclosure creates a high, open centerline and works well where homeowners want an airy view. Mansard-style framing uses sloped perimeter sections with a flatter elevated center, which can span larger decks while keeping the enclosure visually balanced. We have also built mansard frames with insulated panel roof sections to create a dry, shaded sitting or grilling area beside the screened pool.
Every enclosure combines powder-coated aluminum framing with screen selected for how the space will be used. Standard insect mesh keeps the enclosure bright and open. Tighter no-see-um mesh reduces tiny biting insects, while heavier pet-resistant mesh is useful near doors and lower wall panels. The result is a usable outdoor room with fewer leaves, pests, and pool-cleaning chores.
During design, we also account for practical details that are easy to overlook: door swing and latch locations, roof-gutter transitions, downspout clearance, pool-equipment access, and views from inside the house. Those choices determine whether the finished cage feels integrated with the home or added as an afterthought.
Custom measured
Designed around your pool deck and home.
Aluminum framed
Clean structural lines with durable finishes.
Code compliant
Engineered for the required local wind loads.
Built in-house
One accountable team from estimate to inspection.
How the Process Works
A pool cage is a permitted structure, so the schedule includes design, engineering, municipal review, construction, and inspection—not just days with a crew in the yard.
Free estimate & measurement
We inspect the deck, attachment points, access, and dimensions, then discuss the way you use the space.
Custom design
We establish the roof form, frame layout, doors, screen type, finish, and any insulated covered section.
Permit pulled by us
Our team prepares the permit package and coordinates engineering or requested revisions with the local authority.
Build
After approval and material scheduling, our crew lays out, frames, screens, and details the enclosure on site.
Final inspection
We coordinate the required inspection and address any closeout items so the permitted project is complete.
What It Costs
Pool cage pricing varies because the structure is engineered and fabricated for the property. These typical Florida market ranges are useful for early planning, but they are not a quote.
Small / standard
A simpler footprint, standard height, straightforward access, and conventional gable or low-profile framing.
Mid-size
A larger pool deck, taller spans, additional doors, upgraded mesh, or more involved connections to the home.
Large / custom
Mansard or multi-level framing, broad spans, difficult access, custom geometry, or insulated roof sections.
Displayed price ranges are general estimates only, not a guaranteed quote. Final pricing depends on your specific project — home dimensions, site conditions, materials, access, and scope.
Exact pricing depends on dimensions, roof style, engineering, mesh, finish, access, slab and footing conditions, and how the enclosure ties into the home. We measure the site and provide a free written estimate for the exact number.
Permit fees, engineering requirements, demolition of an old enclosure, and repairs to an existing deck can also affect the total. We identify those items during the site visit instead of relying on a low phone estimate that changes after work begins.
Financing is available.
AM Exterior partners with Lyon Financial to offer financing options for qualifying pool cage projects. Explore possible monthly-payment plans before deciding how to scope the build.
Learn about Lyon FinancialPermits & Florida Building Code
We pull the building permit for your pool cage and coordinate the required inspections. The enclosure is designed for the applicable Florida Building Code requirements and local wind-load criteria. In hurricane country, those requirements affect member sizing, connections, fasteners, footings, and how the cage attaches to the home.
Permitted work creates a record that plans were reviewed and the completed structure was inspected. Hiring an unlicensed handyman for structural enclosure work can leave the homeowner with failed inspections, insurance questions, unsafe connections, or expensive removal and rebuilding. AM Exterior is a State Certified Building Contractor, license CBC1263331, and is licensed, bonded, and insured.
CBC1263331
State Certified Building Contractor
Family-Owned Since 2011
Local accountability before, during, and after the build.
Materials & Options
The right specification depends on span, engineering, exposure, pets, insects, shade, and the view you want to preserve. We explain where an upgrade changes performance and where a standard material is sufficient.
Aluminum framing
Structural member sizes and aluminum gauges are selected for the engineered span and wind load rather than treated as a one-size-fits-all package.
Screen mesh
Choose standard insect screen, tighter no-see-um mesh, or stronger pet-resistant mesh. Different panels can use different mesh where practical.
Finish colors
Bronze, white, and black are common Florida finish options. The right color can coordinate with window frames, gutters, roofing, and the home exterior.
Insulated roof sections
An insulated panel roof can cover a seating, dining, or grilling zone while the remainder of the pool deck stays open under screen.
Recent Pool Cage Projects
Custom pool cage enclosure build, Land O’Lakes FL
Gable-roof aluminum pool cage enclosure, Tampa Bay FL
Mansard-style pool cage with white aluminum framing, Tampa Bay FL
Custom pool cage enclosure overlooking a golf course, Tampa Bay FL
Where We Build Pool Cages
Our crews build new pool cages and screen enclosures from our Land O’Lakes home base throughout Tampa Bay and neighboring Central Florida counties. Use the county links for local service details and cities covered.
Screening a patio or lanai instead? See our screen enclosure page.
Tell us where you're building.
Share the basics. We will call to discuss the pool, measure the site, and prepare an exact estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a pool cage cost in Florida?+
Typical Florida pool cage pricing ranges from about $6,000–$12,000 for a small or standard enclosure, $10,000–$20,000 for a mid-size cage, and $20,000–$40,000 for a large or custom structure. Exact pricing depends on size, roof style, screen, engineering, access, and site conditions, so we provide a free on-site estimate.
Do you need a permit for a pool cage in Florida?+
Yes. A new pool cage generally requires a building permit, engineered plans, and inspections. AM Exterior prepares and pulls the permit, coordinates required inspections, and builds to the applicable Florida Building Code and local wind-load requirements.
How long does it take to build a pool cage?+
Once the permit is approved and materials are ready, construction typically takes one to three weeks depending on the enclosure’s size, complexity, weather, and inspection scheduling. Custom mansard or multi-level structures can take longer.
What is the difference between a screen enclosure and a pool cage?+
The terms are often used interchangeably. A screen enclosure can describe any screened outdoor structure, while pool cage usually means the full aluminum-framed and screened structure built over a swimming pool and pool deck.
Ready to plan your pool cage?
Call our family-owned team or request a free on-site estimate. Licensed, bonded, and insured since 2011.