Frequently Asked Questions

ASPA charges a one-time $50 business initiation fee that covers multiple team members from the same company. This includes access to events, networking opportunities, professional development, and vendor connections. At American Screen & Patio Association, we keep membership affordable to support businesses of all sizes.

Drop-ship distribution allows screening materials to be shipped directly from vendors to contractors nationwide, eliminating warehouse delays. This provides fast, efficient delivery regardless of location. Covina Screen Products uses this model to ensure reliable supply support for professionals across the country.

ASPA was founded in 2023 as the nation's only association exclusively serving screening and patio professionals. Patrick created it to bring together this specialized industry and allow businesses to learn from each other's techniques and challenges.

The annual trade show features networking, product demonstrations, hands-on learning, and vendor showcases with industry-specific solutions. Workshops and breakout sessions cover current screening and patio trends. RSVP is required for accurate catering and name tags for all attending members.

Yes, the single $50 business initiation fee allows multiple team members from the same company to attend ASPA events and activities. This makes professional development accessible for entire crews. At American Screen & Patio Association, we designed membership to support growing businesses.

The screening and patio industry is highly specialized with a small professional community spread across the nation. ASPA was created to fill this gap and provide the focused resources, networking, and collaboration opportunities this unique industry needs.

Members gain access to a growing network of national vendors offering drop-shipped products and industry-specific solutions. This includes new vendor partnerships, product showcases at events, and direct connections for supply support. American Screen & Patio Association continuously expands these vendor relationships.

ASPA provides workshops, breakout sessions, hands-on learning opportunities, and networking events where professionals share techniques and solutions. Members also receive marketing support and educational content. The association focuses on elevating professionalism across the screening industry.

Screening and patio installation requires specific craftsmanship techniques, specialized materials, and knowledge of outdoor living trends that differ from general construction. The industry serves the growing national demand for screened patios and outdoor living spaces with unique technical requirements.