Built to your door. Every Apollo screen is measured on-site, fabricated from 6063 T6 aluminum with a powder-coated finish, and installed by a factory-trained Apollo dealer. Reach out to us so you can finally open your door without opening your home to bugs.
It's a screen door that disappears when you don't need it. The screen rolls into a slim aluminum housing on one side of your door frame. Pull it across when you want fresh air. Let go and it rolls back in — slowly, no slamming.
Your door looks exactly the same with or without it. No screen in the way, no hardware hanging off the frame. It also solves a problem traditional screen doors can't — outswing doors. If your door swings outward, a hinged screen door would clash right into it. A retractable screen mounts to the side of the frame and stays out of the way completely.
People also call them invisible screen doors, disappearing screen doors, and pocket screen doors — it's the same product just with different names.
Twenty years in the screen and shade industry. We build to a spec we control, ship nationwide, and install through factory-trained dealers. Less than 2% have ever needed service.
Measured on-site, built to your exact door. No shimming, no gaps, no "close enough."
Won't rust, warp, or corrode. Powder-coated finish holds up in direct sun for years.
Retracts at a controlled speed every time. No slamming, no snap-back. Safe around kids and pets.
Less than 2% of our screens ever need service. Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship.
Built domestically after your on-site measurement. Installed within days, not months.
Every Apollo dealer is factory-trained on this product. They do this daily. Most jobs take under an hour.
Smooth, comfortable, substantial in your hand. Operates the way a well-built product should.
Tighter tolerances, cleaner profiles, better hardware. Apollo's design is continuously refined.
Who we are and how we build retractable screen doors.
Got a front door, French doors, a patio slider, or a wide bi-fold opening? We build screens for all of it — single panels up to double-wide, custom measured to your door.
Our most popular application. French doors are meant to open up a room — retractable screens let you do that without the tackiness of a traditional screen door. The classic solution is two screens that meet in the middle. Apollo can also cover the full opening with a single screen on select configurations — one of only two manufacturers able to do this, because our slow-close mechanism means no slamming. Either way, when the screens retract you'd never know they were there.
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Nobody wants to look at a screen door. When it's retracted, your front door looks exactly the way it did before. And when you've got your hands full of groceries, no more wrestling with a slamming door — just walk through with easy one-handed operation.
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Replace your worn-out sliding screen track with a retractable screen that actually works. Glides on precision tracks — no jumping off the rail, no sticking. Works with standard 6-foot sliders and oversized 8, 10, or 12-foot patio doors.
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For openings wider than a standard door — bi-fold doors, multi-slide systems, and open-air living rooms. Apollo builds motorized retractable screens up to 20 feet wide. One button press extends or retracts the full screen.
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Housing cassette: A slim aluminum box (about 2" wide) that mounts to one side of your door frame. The screen rolls into this housing when retracted. It's powder-coated to match your door trim.
Mesh screen: A custom-formulated insect screen that's stiff, durable, and practically invisible once installed. Keeps bugs out, lets air through, and doesn't obstruct your view.
Guide tracks: Top and bottom aluminum channels that the screen travels along. These keep the mesh taut and sealed against the frame. Pile weatherstripping inside the tracks prevents gaps.
Slow-close mechanism: This is what separates a quality retractable screen from a cheap one. Apollo's slow-close system retracts the screen at a controlled, even speed. No sudden snap-back. No slamming. Safe around children and pets.
Not sure which screen door type is right for your home? Here's how retractable screen doors compare to traditional hinged and sliding alternatives.
| Feature | Retractable (Apollo) | Traditional Hinged | Sliding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility when open | Disappears into housing | Always visible | Always visible |
| Custom sizing | Built to 1/16" tolerance | Standard sizes only | Standard sizes only |
| Works with French doors | Yes — double screen system | Blocks one door | Not compatible |
| Works with large openings | Up to 20 ft (motorized) | No | Limited sizes |
| Maintenance | Minimal — <2% service rate | Hinges wear, mesh tears | Tracks clog, rollers fail |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty | 1-3 years typical | 1-3 years typical |
Apollo retractable screen doors are ranked among the best retractable screen door manufacturers for homeowners. See how we compare to Phantom, Casper, Mirage, and other brands.
Apollo retractable screen doors come in 7 stock powder-coat colors that cover 90% of home trim colors. Need something different? We offer custom color matching to any RAL or paint code.
The frames are manufactured from 6063 T6 aluminum — the same alloy used in architectural window frames. The powder-coat finish is baked on, not painted. It resists chipping, peeling, and UV fading far longer than spray paint or anodized finishes.
Your dealer measures your door to 1/16" precision. You choose your color and get an exact price on the spot.
Your screen is manufactured to your exact specs.
Your Apollo dealer mounts your screen. Most single-door installs take under an hour. Walk-through and adjustment included.
Professional retractable screen doors typically range from $550 to $1,800+ installed, depending on your specific door and customization choices. Here's what affects the price:
Big-box retractable screen kits start at $150-300, but they're one-size-fits-all products made from lightweight materials. Most homeowners who call us tried a DIY kit first. The difference in fit, finish, and longevity is significant.
5 stars across 1,000+ Google reviews nationwide. Here's what homeowners say about their Apollo retractable screen doors.
"Apollo installed retractable screens on our french doors and the front door. The installer was professional, fast, and the screens work perfectly. You can't even tell they're there when retracted."
"We've had our Apollo retractable screen for 3 years now. Still works like the day it was installed. The slow-close feature is great — no slamming."
"After trying a DIY retractable screen from Home Depot that broke in 6 months, we called Apollo. Night and day difference. Custom fit, heavy-duty aluminum, and the lifetime warranty gives us peace of mind."
"The team measured everything precisely and came back with screens that fit perfectly. Our sliding door screen glides smoothly and keeps the bugs out. Highly recommend Apollo."
"I have a non-standard oversized front door and every other company said they couldn't do it. Apollo custom built a retractable screen that fits perfectly. 3 years in and zero issues."
"From the first call to installation, Apollo was professional and easy to work with. The retractable screen on our front door looks beautiful and works flawlessly. Worth every penny."
Find a dealer near you. Free measurement, custom build, professional install — most screens are in within the week.
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