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For some reason, homeowners think repairing screens is a tough job. But replacing a damaged screen can be done with a few simple tools…a utility knife, a pair of pliers and a spline roller, which you can find at the home center for less than 10 bucks. First remove the old screen by pulling out the spline, which is like a piece of rubber rope. Save this to install the new screen. Then spread out a roll of new screen material over the frame and cut it to overlap all sides by an inch or two. Then use the roller to force the spline back into the track to lock the screen in place. Be sure to keep it tight across the frame. Finally, when the spline is all in, you can trim off the excess screen with a utility knife and you’re done…