Hurricane Impact Windows
Green Home Builders specializes in hurricane impact windows. Whether you plan to install hurricane windows during the construction process or need to replace your old windows, we have the expertise to ensure it’s done properly. Protect your home with certified impact windows.
Hurricane impact windows, also known as storm proof or hurricane proof windows, are constructed with impact-resistant glass treated with a layer of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) or ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA). This layer of plastic resin material is designed to ensure windows survive severe storm conditions and flying debris. While impact-resistant glass will likely still shatter upon strong impact from flying objects, the hurricane window will remain held together by the inner plastic membrane and attached to the window frame. Impact windows will crack in a fine spider-web pattern, avoiding the dangers of flying shards of glass.
Florida regularly experiences severe weather and an annual hurricane season. Historically, homeowners would protect their properties with bulky storm shutters. Once impact-resistant Florida storm windows were introduced to the market, they quickly gained popularity in the state.
Hurricane impact windows in Florida are not only essential, in many counties they are required. In the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) section of the Florida Building Code (FBC), windows are required to be impact-resistant or protected by shutters in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Green Home Builders is a leading expert in hurricane impact windows and doors located in South Florida. We offer convenient hurricane impact windows installation and replacement services in Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County.
Want to get rid of old and unsightly shutters? Consider hurricane window replacement. If you are building a new home or undergoing major renovations, it may be the perfect time to add hurricane proof windows.
About this Process
Every hurricane impact windows installation begins with a free consultation with one of our contractors. After discussing your needs and taking measurements at your place, we can develop a window installation plan that will work for you. For standard window sizes, it will be easy to order impact windows from a supplier. Older windows or those with a distinct design will typically need to be custom ordered. Depending on the size and number of windows you need put up, the installation process should last just a few hours.
Conveniently located in Miami, Green Home Builders provides hurricane impact window installation and replacement services to clients throughout the Tri-County area in South Florida. Our company is licensed to provide services to numerous types of real estate properties and industry professionals:
- Residential Homes
- Apartment Buildings and Condominiums
- High Rise Buildings
- Commercial Properties
- Architects and Real Estate Developers
- Home Builders and Remodelers
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F.A.Q.
At Green Home Builders, our team of certified contractors is here to guide you through the hurricane window installation process and address any questions you may have.
Are Hurricane Impact Windows Effective?
Impact windows provide a shatter-resistant barrier to the high winds, flying debris, and increased atmospheric pressure that typically comes with tropical storms and hurricanes. Hurricane windows can withstand Category 5 winds up to 200 mph. The shatter proof nature of impact windows can also serve as a barrier to burglary or forced entry into your home. Keep your home protected with impact-resistant hurricane windows.
Are Hurricane Impact Windows Required in Florida?
According to the Florida Building Code (FBC), all windows and doors must be impact-resistant or protected by storm shutters if the home or structure is within one mile of the coast where wind speeds exceed 110 mph. The High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) section of the code applies to Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
What Are the Cost Benefits of Impact Resistant Windows?
Installing impact windows is worth the initial investment for multiple reasons. Impact-resistant glass helps avoid costly damages during hurricane season. Hurricane windows also provide effective insulation which lowers energy bills. Homeowners that opt for high-impact windows also enjoy reduced insurance premiums.