Recent Hurricane Screens Installations in Southwest Florida

Hurricane screens have become increasingly popular here in Southwest Florida. This means we have been doing quite a few hurricane screen installations in the area lately. We thought it would be great to create a “highlight reel” post showcasing some of our favorite hurricane screen installs over the last year or so. Hopefully it serves…

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Impact Windows FAQ: Ultimate Guide 2023

We get so many questions about impact windows from our customers. And although we have dozens of articles on our blog discussing different topics about these windows, you may not know how to find answers to all of your questions. So we decided to created a single resource with all the impact windows FAQ we…

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2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season Entering Peak Season

The beginning of September marked the half-way point of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season. It also means we are heading into “peak hurricane season” here in Florida. As such, we thought it would be informative to do an update post detailing what has happened so far and what is to be expected. Recap of the…

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How to Protect Windows During a Hurricane Guide

Windows are one of the most vulnerable parts of your home during a hurricane, tropical storm, or other bad storm. Traditional glass surfaces are prone to being broken by wind-borne objects. And after the 2022 hurricane season protecting your home and family is more important than ever. So the question becomes, how do you protect…

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Guide on Hurricane Proofing Your House: 10 Ways

Hurricane season runs from June 1st to November 30th every year. Hurricanes have the potential to cause serious damage to your home. The damaging effects of recent storms show that this is true. AON’s Weather, Climate Change & Catastrophe Insight 2020 Report showed that “twelve named storms and six hurricanes made US landfall” during the…

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What is the best lubricant for accordion shutters?

Are the accordion shutters on your Fort Myers FL home or business sticky? In other words are your hurricane shutters difficult to open? Accordion shutters may become difficult to move over time. Like most things that move on a track this is completely normal. Properly cleaning and lubricating your accordion shutters will help them move…

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Impact Resistant Windows vs. Hurricane Shutters?

If you are shopping for hurricane protection for your Florida home you are most likely asking yourself “Impact Resistant Windows vs. Hurricane Shutters?” This is a question we get a lot from Southwest Florida homeowners. We will discuss impact windows and hurricane shutters as well as the pros and cons of each. Want to see…

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