Birmingham’s extensive canal network, parks, and growing number of green spaces create ideal mosquito breeding grounds. Whether you live in a canalside apartment in Brindleyplace, a red‑brick terrace in Edgbaston, or a modern house in Sutton Coldfield, this guide helps you choose the right insect screens for your home.
Canalside Apartments & Waterside Living
Properties along the Birmingham Canal Navigations (BCN) face higher mosquito pressure. Standing water and lush vegetation attract both Culex pipiens and, increasingly, tiger mosquitoes. For large sliding glass doors, a top‑hung pleated screen (no floor track) is ideal – it slides silently on an overhead rail and has no bottom trip hazard on balconies. For windows, retractable screens that roll up into a cassette keep the view clear when not in use.
Because canal water can be stagnant, we recommend 304 stainless steel mesh for its corrosion resistance and durability. Extra‑fine mesh (22‑24 holes per inch) will also block midges.
Red‑Brick Terraced Houses (Jewellery Quarter, Moseley, King’s Heath)
Traditional terraced homes often have tall sash windows or outward‑opening casements. Drilling into original timber may be restricted. Adhesive velcro screens offer a no‑drill solution – they stick to the interior frame and can be removed seasonally. For sash windows, a top‑mounted retractable screen that pulls down is also practical.
Many terraced houses have narrow galley kitchens with back doors. A magnetic mosquito curtain allows you to step out to the yard without leaving an open gap. It closes automatically with magnets.
Modern Homes & New Build Estates (Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Harborne)
Newer homes have standard uPVC windows and French doors. For French doors opening onto gardens, bi‑parting folding screens (concertina) are the most popular choice. Two panels slide from the centre to the sides, folding into a compact stack. They cover the entire opening without a centre post and are available with PET polyester (budget) or 304 stainless steel (pet‑proof).
For sliding patio doors, a folding screen door (single leaf) or retractable screen works well. If you have tiles, consider the top‑hung hanging system to avoid a bottom track.
High Humidity & Screen Materials
Birmingham’s humidity levels can be high, especially near canals. Polyester mesh (PET) is resistant to moisture, but fibreglass can degrade. For long‑term performance, choose PET polyester or 304 stainless steel. Both are rust‑proof and easy to clean. Avoid cheap fibreglass screens – they will disintegrate within two seasons.
Rental Homes – No‑Drill Options
Birmingham has a large rental market. If you cannot drill, magnetic nets and adhesive velcro screens are perfect. They install in minutes, leave no residue, and can be taken to your next home. For windows, adhesive screens are sold as custom‑cut rolls. For doors, magnetic curtains are ready to hang.
Where to Get Custom Screens in Birmingham
Standard off‑the‑shelf screens rarely fit Birmingham’s varied window sizes. MBORMC makes custom screens to your exact measurements and ships directly to any B postcode. Follow our online measuring guide, send us the dimensions, and we’ll manufacture your screens within 7‑10 days.
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