Screened-in porches are much lower maintenance than their un-enclosed alternatives. Instead of regularly sweeping away leaves, pollen and fallen branches, the roof and screening protects your outdoor space so you have to clean it less often. This added protection also means you can install entertainment equipment like televisions and sound systems, or add nicer furniture. But if you’d like to have control of shade, sun exposure, and ventilation, consider having Edge Rail & Screen install a powered screen system. They appear when you want them, and completely vanish when you don’t.