Illinois · Outdoor
Pool Enclosure / Screen Cage cost in Illinois
Statewide pricing, permit posture and inspection sequence for pool enclosure / screen cage in Illinois. Your city or county issues the actual permit — use the local links below to confirm fees.
Verified August 2026
Pool Enclosure / Screen Cage cost in Illinois
$9,800 – $45,800
Most Illinois homeowners pay around $19,600, or $19.50–$43.50 per sq ft of enclosure. Permit fees typically add $200–$770.
Permit: Yes. Code adoption is local — local adoption of the irc; statewide plumbing and energy codes apply.
Cost breakdown
| Budget scope | $9,800 |
|---|---|
| Typical project | $19,600 |
| Premium / complex | $45,800 |
| per sq ft of enclosure | $19.50 – $43.50 |
| Permit fees | $200 – $770 |
| vs national baseline | +9% |
| Timeline | 1-2 weeks of work, 4-10 weeks including engineering and permitting |
What is different about pool enclosure / screen cage in Illinois
Chicago runs its own building code and licensed-trade requirements distinct from the rest of Illinois, so city and suburban pricing diverge substantially.
Owner-builder: Homeowner permits allowed in most jurisdictions, restricted in Chicago. Pool Enclosure / Screen Cage generally requires a licensed contractor to pull the permit, even where owner-builder status is available.
Inspections
- Footing / anchor inspection
- Framing inspection
- Final inspection
What drives the price
- Enclosure footprint and height
- Mansard versus gable roof style
- Screen type including no-see-um and pet screen
- Design wind speed for the parcel
- Existing deck footing capacity
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a pool cage?
Yes. Screen enclosures are engineered structures in Florida and require a building permit with signed and sealed plans plus wind-load calculations.
Sources
Sources & verification
Last verified August 2026. Cost figures are modeled estimates based on national baselines adjusted for local labor and material pricing — they are not quotes. Permit rules change; confirm with the building department before starting work.