Apollo Beach by the numbers
Source: Hillsborough County permit records (2025-10-27 to 2026-10-21). Values are what was declared on the permit application, not a price quote or final invoice; ask several licensed contractors for quotes. How we counted
Apollo Beach declared permit values
Hillsborough County permit records show 205 Apollo Beach permits involving 50 contractors in the reporting year. The median declared value was $15,000 (median of 185 permits with a declared value), with a middle range of $11,014-$20,748.
These are declared permit values, not price quotes. They do not establish the cost of your canal-side pool cage or inland lanai. Cost varies; get several quotes.
Ask about materials for a waterfront setting
For a canal-side or bay-facing property, tell the contractor about the enclosure's exposure and any corrosion on existing hardware. Ask which fasteners, finishes and maintenance practices the company recommends for that setting.
Request written material specifications so you can compare proposals. Ask the contractor to explain manufacturer care instructions and exclusions instead of relying on a general promise about durability.
Plan views and access together
Show the contractor the view you want to preserve from your seating area. Ask how the proposed framing layout supports that goal and what structural considerations affect the options.
On a canal-side lot, discuss the door route toward the yard or dock approach. Keep room for pool equipment access and routine maintenance when reviewing the proposed footprint.
Resolve flood questions before comparing final proposals
Check the parcel's flood designation rather than assuming that all Apollo Beach properties have the same requirements. The county describes additional review for special flood hazard areas and some coastal conditions in its [flood-area requirements](https://hcfl.gov/businesses/hillsgovhub/miscellaneous-checklists-and-submittal-requirements/special-flood-hazard-area-requirements).
Ask each company to explain its proposed site review and design scope. Use the referral service to connect with independent companies, then choose and contract directly with the contractor that will perform the work.
Questions homeowners ask
Should I ask for specific waterfront hardware?
Describe the property's exposure and ask the contractor for written fastener and finish specifications. Discuss cleaning, inspection and manufacturer maintenance instructions before accepting the proposal.
Does living inland in Apollo Beach settle the flood question?
Check the actual parcel designation. The county directs applicants to verify flood hazards and applicable requirements using its [flood-area guidance](https://hcfl.gov/businesses/hillsgovhub/miscellaneous-checklists-and-submittal-requirements/special-flood-hazard-area-requirements).
Can I compare quotes for a clearer canal view?
Yes. Give each contractor the same footprint and preferred sightline. Ask for a framing layout and an explanation of the proposed design so you can compare more than the quoted total.
Get quotes from licensed local screen enclosure companies
Tell us about the job or call (813) 559-0998. We pass it to an independently licensed local contractor who contacts you. Free for homeowners; you decide who to hire.