Maine · Outdoor
Pool Enclosure / Screen Cage cost in Maine
Statewide pricing, permit posture and inspection sequence for pool enclosure / screen cage in Maine. 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 Maine
$9,500 – $44,500
Most Maine homeowners pay around $19,100, or $19–$42.50 per sq ft of enclosure. Permit fees typically add $160–$630.
Permit: Yes. Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code (MUBEC) in towns over 4,000 residents
Cost breakdown
| Budget scope | $9,500 |
|---|---|
| Typical project | $19,100 |
| Premium / complex | $44,500 |
| per sq ft of enclosure | $19 – $42.50 |
| Permit fees | $160 – $630 |
| vs national baseline | +6% |
| Timeline | 1-2 weeks of work, 4-10 weeks including engineering and permitting |
What is different about pool enclosure / screen cage in Maine
Towns under 4,000 residents are not required to enforce MUBEC, so whether your project needs a permit at all can depend on town population.
Owner-builder: Owner-builder permits common. 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.