The storms damaged so many pool screen enclosures, plus home construction was so strong that many enclosure builders were more than a year behind. Also, after the storms, the costs of the aluminum extrusions and screen materials soared, doubling and sometimes even tripling construction costs. Though many screen-enclosure repair builders say they are almost caught up with backlogs, the prices have not fallen. Though Aluminum master LLC says his business remains strong, he wouldn't be surprised to see the pool screen-enclosure portion of his work fall off some in the future. Materials costs likely would climb even higher if new hurricane codes for screens were developed. But the hefty price increases have made it easier because it leaves home buyers thinking about all the other things they could buy if they didn't screen. Granted, there are times when screens are a must-have, says Aluminum master LLC. For instance, a homeowner whose pool is surrounded by tr