Knowing your flood zone on a FEMA Flood Map is more straightforward than it might sound. And after recent hurricanes knowing your flood zone is crucial. This is especially true if you live in an area vulnerable to hurricanes, storm surge, and flooding. In this article we talk about flood maps. Specifically we cover what they…
If you’ve ever wondered if the shutters gracing the windows in southern mansions are the same as those braving coastal hurricanes, we’ve got the answer. Plantation and hurricane shutter are as different as a beach day and a storm watch. While one is all about interior elegance and filtering sunshine, the other is built to…
For Florida homeowners, hurricane preparation is a way of life. While hurricane season lasts six months, preparation lasts year-round in anticipation of upcoming seasons. Retractable hurricane shutters have become a popular choice in Southwest Florida, offering a sleek, modern solution to hurricane protection. These shutters are designed to blend seamlessly into a home’s existing exterior…
Florida is home to beautiful beaches and almost year-round sunshine. Both add to the state’s allure. But the Sunshine State also has a lengthy hurricane history. Coastal communities are the most vulnerable to high winds, torrential rainfall, and storm surges, making it essential for residential and commercial buildings to shelter and shutter themselves from potential…
Houses in Florida have unique designs that range from tropical to modern to mediterranean. And while your home’s style is important, it is also important to protect it and your family from severe weather. Hurricane season in Florida happens from June to November. And depending on category and strength, they can cause significant, sometimes irreparable,…
There’s no doubt about it—Florida has some of the wildest, most unpredictable weather in the United States. One minute, it can be a sunny, warm, tropical paradise. The next minute, the oceans are dark and broody, storm warnings are sounding, and a hurricane is headed in. Florida residents must be always prepared, especially from June…
On average, Florida is threatened by at least three hurricanes and several more tropical storms per year. And these storm could evolve into something more dangerous and devastating if they impact the area. As the climate changes, hurricanes and other severe storms become greater possibilities along the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico coastlines. Preparing your Florida…
Atlantic hurricanes are scary and daunting. Unfortunately, they are a very real possibility in Florida. Tropical storms and other severe weather conditions are to be expected from June to November. This prompts Florida residents and business owners to prepare their homes against the threat of high winds, floods, and potential storm surges. Power outages, downed…
Cape Coral, FL is one of Florida’s fastest growing cities. People are flocking to Cape Coral due to its natural beauty and sunshine. It’s close proximity to white-sand beaches, beautiful year-round weather and palm trees are some of the biggest reasons why. Unfortunately, it is also located in a hub of hurricane activity as storms…
Florida experiences more hurricanes than any other state in the country. It’s regularly in the crosshairs for tropical storms and hurricanes. And that doesn’t even count seasonal thunderstorms and tornadoes, many of which can also be very dangerous. So how do you protect against hurricanes and other severe weather? Hurricane shutters in Florida are your…