Living in Southwest Florida means enjoying beautiful year-round sunshine and coastal breezes. However, it also requires you to be prepared for hurricane season. It extends from June to November, with tropical storms and hurricanes building in the Atlantic Ocean and often making landfall on the Florida shores. So how do you protect your Florida home…
The hurricane season in Florida is infamous. It begins in June and ends in November every single year. Destructive winds, flying debris, and torrential rainfall are signatures of Atlantic hurricanes. This means preparation and hurricane protection are crucial to maintaining a solid foundation and shielding windows and doors from damage. Hurricane shutters in Florida are…
Unfortunately, Mother Nature can be destructive and relentless, affecting Florida coastlines with hurricanes and tropical storms from June to November. The high winds, downpours, and potential storm surges can cause significant damage to your home, making storm shutters a crucial investment for home safety and hurricane readiness. Among the various types of hurricane shutters available,…
Living in Florida comes with unique challenges, especially when it comes to hurricane preparation. Hurricane season lasts from June to November, but preparations happen year round. That is because protecting your home from potential damage caused by high winds, torrential rain, storm surges, and flying debris is a top priority. However, not everyone lives in…
In many homes, a screened-in porch or lanai is a haven where you can enjoy fresh air and the sights and sounds of nature without the bugs or getting soaked from Florida rain. However, hurricane season brings high winds and torrential downpours, making your cozy space vulnerable to the elements. But how do you prep…
Florida homeowners are well-versed in hurricane protection and preparation. Hurricane season is nothing new. When it comes to hurricane protection you have several options, including both metal (including aluminum) and fabric hurricane shutters. Each of them with their own pros and cons for home hurricane protection. Hurricane shutters serve the vital function of safeguarding your…
If you are looking for options to replace your current windows than horizontal sliding windows should definitely be on your short list. Slider windows slide horizontally (side-to-side) vs up and down like single or double hung windows. And while many think these are only useful in kitchens and bathrooms, they can also be used in…
Natural disasters, including hurricanes and tropical storms are unpredictable. Experts try to track hurricanes and predict landfalls and damage. But disasters can still surprise us, making preparation crucial for safety and survival. An emergency kit is a collection of essential items that help you survive as well as recover during emergencies like hurricanes. This kit…
You may think the only benefit of installing impact windows on your home in Florida is hurricane protection. Well, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that new impact windows provide several benefits in addition to protecting your home vs hurricanes. Below we list some of the biggest benefits of installing new impact windows on…
Located on the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida, Sarasota County is revered for its beaches, sunshine, and paradise vibes, but what happens when a hurricane strikes? The area is no stranger to hurricanes, so a Sarasota hurricane evacuation map is available for every hurricane season. Sarasota County scores top marks in preparedness by offering various Sarasota…