Pool Enclosures for Beachside Homes in Brevard & Indian River County, FL

Having a pool a few blocks from the ocean sounds perfect — until you see what the coast does to it. Salt spray coats everything, sand blows in on the breeze, the no-see-ums and sand gnats come out at dusk, and the sun bakes the deck by noon. An open pool near the beach spends more time being skimmed and cleaned than swum in. A pool enclosure fixes that: it keeps out the bugs, sand, and debris, cuts the harsh sun, and turns your pool into a clean, comfortable space you'll actually use.

We design and build custom pool enclosures for beachside homes throughout Brevard and Indian River County — from Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral down through Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, Indialantic, and Melbourne Beach, and along the Indian River coast in Vero Beach, Indian River Shores, and Orchid — engineered to stand up to oceanfront salt, sun, and wind.

Why beachside homes need a pool enclosure

Right on the coast, the case for enclosing a pool is even stronger than inland:

• Salt, sand, and debris blow straight in. Oceanfront and riverfront pools catch the most wind-blown sand, salt, and grit. An enclosure keeps the water clean while preserving your view.
• The bugs are relentless at the water. No-see-ums and sand gnats along the coast pass right through standard screen — the right mesh is the difference between using your pool at dusk and surrendering it.
• The sun is brutal. Reflecting off the sand and water, coastal sun bakes an open deck. A screen roof cuts the glare and heat so the space stays usable.
• It protects your investment. Keeping salt, leaves, and wildlife out of the pool means less cleaning, less wear, and more time enjoying it.

Pool enclosures we build

• New pool enclosures (pool cages) — custom aluminum-framed screen structures over your pool and deck, in the roof style that fits your home.
• Roof options — a standard screen roof, a panoramic style for a more open view of the ocean or river, or a solid insulated roof for shade and rain cover. [Confirm your options.]
• Rescreening and repairs — if you already have an enclosure that's torn, aged, or storm-damaged, we repair those too; see our screen repairs page.

Built for the oceanfront environment

A pool enclosure within reach of the Atlantic takes a harder beating than one built inland, so we build it accordingly:

• Corrosion-resistant materials — powder-coated aluminum framing and stainless hardware chosen to hold up to aggressive oceanfront salt spray, not just humidity.
• Engineered and permitted to the oceanfront wind-load for your location, anchored to a proper foundation. [Confirm the wind-load / Exposure category you engineer to.]
• No-see-um mesh available — the finer weave that actually stops the tiny biting insects the coast is known for.

Beachside communities we serve

We build all along the barrier island in both counties. On the Brevard coast, that's Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, South Patrick Shores, Indialantic, and Melbourne Beach. On the Indian River County coast, it's Vero Beach (including the Central and South Beach island neighborhoods), Indian River Shores, Orchid, and Wabasso Beach — with oceanfront and riverfront homes all along the A1A corridor. Many of these communities have HOAs with architectural standards, and we build within those requirements and help with the approval. [Confirm your HOA experience in specific beachside communities.]

Choose your screen

The mesh is where you tailor the enclosure to oceanfront conditions:

• No-see-um mesh — the top pick at the beach, blocking the tiny biting insects standard screen lets through.
• Solar mesh — cuts more of the sun's heat and glare off the sand and water.
• Privacy mesh — more seclusion on a close beachside lot.

Permits and process

Along the coast, permitting runs through Brevard and Indian River County and the barrier-island municipalities — Cocoa Beach, Satellite Beach, Indialantic, Vero Beach, and the others each handle their own — with engineered drawings and inspections. We handle all of it:

1. Design consultation at your home — we look at your pool, deck, and site and recommend the right enclosure.
2. Engineered drawings and permitting — plans that meet the oceanfront wind-load code; we pull the permits with your town or county.
3. Foundation — where a footing or slab is needed for the structure, we build it.
4. Construction — we build the enclosure and install your chosen screen.
5. Walkthrough — we confirm everything's right before we finish.

What shapes your estimate

Every enclosure is quoted to your pool and site:

• Size and shape of the pool and deck being enclosed.
• Roof style — screen, panoramic, or insulated.
• Screen — your mesh choice.
• Foundation — any footing or slab work.
• Engineering and permits — drawings, permitting, and inspections.

You get a clear, itemized estimate, and financing is available.

Why beachside homeowners choose Lafferty

• Family-owned and serving Brevard and Indian River County since 2020
• Licensed FL #19-AL-CT-00114 and insured — engineered, permitted, and inspected
• Trusted by 700+ 5-star Google reviews and an A+ BBB Rating
• Backed by a workmanship warranty
• Financing available for qualified homeowners

What beachside customers say

"They were the professionals everyone said they were….Dave did an outstanding job on the screen.After speaking with him, I could tell he knew his business.Will be sure to call Lafferty back for any future screenings….one word says it all, Professional’s. Give um a call, they will help u too!" - K. Cleveland

"Dennis and Steven did an outstanding job on our cage. Everything was cleaned up when they were done. We will be recommending Lafferty to all our friends." - A. Sears

"We had our patio screened in last year and this year we had gutters installed by Lafferty. We are very happy with the results and the efficiency of the installers." - Y. Heneka

Serving the coast in both counties

From Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach through Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, Indialantic, and Melbourne Beach — and down the Indian River coast in Vero Beach, Indian River Shores, Orchid, and Wabasso Beach.

Get a free beachside pool enclosure estimate

Whether you're looking for a peaceful place to enjoy your morning coffee or a comfortable space to entertain family and friends, a custom patio enclosure can help you make the most of your outdoor living area.

Call (321) 652-1078 or contact us online by filling out our contact form to schedule your free beachside patio enclosure estimate. Financing options are available for qualified homeowners.

Frequently asked questions

Will a pool enclosure keep out no-see-ums near the beach?

Yes — and it's one of the biggest reasons beachside homeowners enclose their pools. The no-see-ums and sand gnats along the coast pass right through standard screen, so we use a finer no-see-um mesh that actually blocks them.

My pool faces the ocean or the river — is an enclosure worth it?

Absolutely. Oceanfront and riverfront pools catch the most salt, sand, wind-blown debris, and bugs, so an enclosure keeps the pool clean and usable while still preserving your view of the water.

Will oceanfront salt air corrode a pool enclosure?

Salt spray at the beach is aggressive, so we build with corrosion-resistant powder-coated aluminum and stainless hardware chosen specifically for that environment — the materials matter more here than they do inland.

How is the enclosure built to handle wind off the ocean?

It's engineered and permitted to the oceanfront wind-load for your location, anchored to a proper foundation, so it holds in coastal wind.

Do I need a permit on the barrier island?

Yes. Depending on your town or the county, the permit requires engineered drawings and inspections. We handle the whole process, including pulling the permit with your local building department.

Can you match my HOA's requirements?

Yes — many beachside communities have architectural standards, and we build within them and help with the approval. [Confirm your experience with specific communities.]

What roof styles can I get?

A standard screen roof, a panoramic style for a more open ocean or river view, or a solid insulated roof for shade and rain cover. [Confirm and link to the relevant page.]

Do you also repair or rescreen existing pool enclosures at the beach?

Yes — see our screen repairs page for rescreening, door, beam, and fastener work.