Summer is fast approaching and with it, a need to throw open the windows and doors for a breath of fresh air.  And every time we do, it never fails that one, lonely little fly finds a way into our homes to irritate us to no end.

If a ripped screen is the culprit for these unwanted flying pests, here are two quick fixes to keep them outside where they belong.

Option 1

I’m not sure it can get much simpler than this… use a needle and thread (the color of the screen) to sew the ripped screen.  Five minutes later you’re done and the repair will hold until you find the time to replace the entire screen.

Option 2

Wait, I think it just got easier…apply clear nail polish to both sides of the ripped screen and watch it dry to a transparent bond.

Now sit back and enjoy an icy cold beverage, after all that work you deserve it!

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Lawrence Watkins is a NYS Licensed Home Inspector and the President of Specsure Property Inspections.  As a leading full service residential home inspection and commercial property inspection company proudly serving Buffalo, Lewiston, Orchard Park and all of Western New York (WNY) for over 20 years, we are pleased to provide timely and simple DIY tips and hints for today’s homeowner.

For more information you can reach us at 716-881-1914 or via email at info@specsure.com.