Hurricane Protection + Outdoor Living
Protect large exterior openings during severe weather and make those same spaces more comfortable throughout the year.
1st Choice Building Solutions is an authorized MagnaTrack dealer providing motorized retractable screen systems for homeowners, builders and residential projects across Southwest Florida. MagnaTrack combines patented magnetic-track technology with screen options designed for hurricane protection, insects, sun, wind, privacy and changing outdoor conditions.
From large lanais and custom homes in Naples to patios, garages and outdoor living upgrades in Fort Myers, MagnaTrack offers one versatile system for spaces that need both protection and flexibility.
At a Glance
Large exterior openings and flexible outdoor protection
Lanais, patios, garages, windows, pool areas, gazebos, outdoor kitchens and custom homes
Hurricane protection, motorized operation, insect control, shade, wind protection and privacy
Patented self-tensioning magnetic track with zipper-free, self-correcting operation
Educational Overview
MagnaTrack is a motorized retractable screen system built around patented self-tensioning magnetic technology.
Rare-earth neodymium magnets create a free-floating track that allows the screen to respond to movement rather than being rigidly locked into a conventional zipper-style track.
As the screen raises and lowers, MagnaTrack’s Keder-based design is engineered to self-correct, helping reduce common issues such as snags, hang-ups and rewrapping.
The result is a retractable system that can be customized for a wide range of residential and commercial openings.
Explore Your Options
Different MagnaTrack screen options are designed around different performance needs, from hurricane protection to everyday outdoor comfort.
MagnaTrack Defender Screens are designed for severe-weather protection across large exterior openings. The system exceeds Miami-Dade requirements for roll-down hurricane screens and is engineered to withstand Category 5 wind conditions.
A retractable hurricane screen can be particularly useful for lanais, patios and other wide openings where homeowners want serious storm protection without permanently closing off the space.
Help keep mosquitoes and other pests outside while preserving airflow and visibility.
A strong everyday option for lanais, outdoor kitchens, pool areas and covered patios.
Designed to reduce direct sunlight, glare and UV exposure while maintaining visibility through the screen.
Solar screens can be especially useful on outdoor spaces with strong afternoon sun.
Create greater separation from wind, rain and changing outdoor temperatures while preserving views.
Vinyl screen systems can help make patios and outdoor spaces more usable across changing weather conditions.
Designed to reduce wind and airborne debris entering an outdoor area while allowing the screen to remain retractable when conditions improve.
Large Openings
Large lanais, patios and covered outdoor areas are often some of the most challenging parts of a Southwest Florida property to protect.
MagnaTrack’s Defender hurricane screen provides a retractable option specifically designed for severe-weather applications.
It can be considered for:
The appropriate system, screen material and installation requirements depend on the opening and project.
Technology
MagnaTrack uses rare-earth neodymium magnets to create a free-floating magnetic track that helps keep the screen properly tensioned.
The system does not rely on a conventional zipper-style track.
Its Keder technology allows the screen to move and self-correct during operation.
Screens can raise and lower without manually installing or removing panels.
Depending on the selected setup, MagnaTrack can be controlled through compatible apps, smart speakers or smart-building automation systems.
One System
MagnaTrack is valuable because the product line can solve more than one outdoor-living problem.
Defender storm screens provide a retractable hurricane-protection option for applicable openings.
Solar screen materials help create shade and reduce glare.
Mesh screens help keep mosquitoes and other pests outside.
Screen options can reduce wind and airborne debris entering outdoor spaces.
Screen materials can create greater visual separation around patios, pools and outdoor living areas.
Vinyl applications can provide greater separation from wind, rain and temperature changes.
Key Benefits
Defender hurricane screens provide an engineered storm-protection solution for qualifying openings.
The magnetic-track design allows the screen to respond to movement instead of relying on a rigid conventional track.
MagnaTrack is designed to reduce common screen issues such as snags, hang-ups and rewrapping.
Adjust the space without manually installing or removing screens.
One product family can address hurricane protection, insects, solar exposure, wind, privacy and changing weather conditions.
Compatible system configurations can integrate with apps, smart speakers and building-automation technology.
Local Expertise
Southwest Florida architecture frequently features large openings that connect interior living areas with pools, lanais and outdoor entertaining spaces.
In Naples, these expansive openings are often central to custom homes and higher-end outdoor living environments. In Fort Myers, MagnaTrack can be equally useful for existing lanais, garages and patio upgrades where homeowners want greater storm protection and everyday flexibility.
The right MagnaTrack configuration begins with the opening itself and what the system needs to accomplish throughout the year.
Who We Work With
Our team helps determine what matters most for your space, whether that is hurricane protection, insects, sun, wind, privacy or year-round outdoor comfort.
From there, we can help select the appropriate MagnaTrack screen and system configuration.
MagnaTrack can be integrated into custom homes and residential projects where large exterior openings are part of the design.
Planning the system earlier in the project can help coordinate opening dimensions, screen housings, electrical requirements, controls and surrounding finishes.
Products We Trust
As an authorized MagnaTrack dealer, 1st Choice Building Solutions provides access to MagnaTrack’s range of retractable screen systems while helping homeowners and builders determine which configuration fits the project.
Because 1st Choice also works with multiple screen manufacturers, our team can compare MagnaTrack with other available products when another system better matches the opening, application or project requirements.
MagnaTrack may be a strong fit when you want:
What to Expect
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Tell us what you want to protect, improve, or accomplish with your home.
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Our team helps you compare products, features, materials, and solutions that fit your project.
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We evaluate your property, confirm measurements, and prepare the details needed for your installation.
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Our experienced team completes your project with attention to fit, finish, function, and your property.
Yes. MagnaTrack offers the Defender storm screen specifically for hurricane protection. The manufacturer states that Defender exceeds Miami-Dade requirements for roll-down hurricane screens and is engineered for Category 5 wind conditions.
No. MagnaTrack offers different screen materials for different applications. Defender is the hurricane-protection solution, while other options are designed around insects, sun, wind, privacy and outdoor comfort.
MagnaTrack uses patented self-tensioning technology with rare-earth neodymium magnets that create a free-floating magnetic track.
No. MagnaTrack uses a zipper-free Keder system designed to self-correct as the screen raises and lowers.
MagnaTrack identifies insect, solar, vinyl, wind and hurricane applications within its screen system offerings.
Compatible MagnaTrack systems can be controlled through apps, smart speakers and smart-building automation.
Common applications include patios, garages, windows, lanais, gazebos, pool areas and other large exterior openings.
Yes. MagnaTrack can be incorporated into custom-home and residential construction projects, and planning it early can help coordinate the system more cleanly with the architecture.
We serve homeowners, builders and projects throughout Southwest Florida, including Naples, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Estero, Cape Coral and Marco Island.
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Local Experience
1st Choice Building Solutions provides hurricane protection and outdoor living solutions throughout Southwest Florida, with professional installation and products designed for the needs of Florida homes.
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Let’s Talk About Your Project
Whether you need Defender hurricane protection across a large lanai, insect and solar control for an outdoor living area or MagnaTrack integrated into a new custom home, our team can help identify the right configuration for your project.
