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After an extremely busy Hurricane Season 2005, and
all the devastation that resulted, protecting your home from hurricanes has
never been more paramount. Over the years, hurricane shutters have advanced
tremendously in their design and practicality. The cost for shutters has
remained fairly consistent despite the rising cost of aluminum in the world
markets. After Katrina, Wilma, and Rita roared through the Gulf region, the
demand for hurricane protection products has skyrocketed. There are basically
five different forms of hurricane protection products: Storm Panels, Accordion
Shutters, Roll-Down Shutters, Hurricane Tint Window Film, and Impact-Resistant
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Removable Storm Panels provide the
most cost-effective protection against the violent ravages of Hurricanes and
Tropical Storms. Their rock-solid durability and easy set-up makes Storm Panels
an absolute necessity anywhere storms and hurricanes threaten the safety of your
property. .050" and .063" aluminum storm panels, as well as our 20-gauge
galvanized steel panels, have been engineered to meet the most stringent wind
codes in the country and have been reviewed and accepted by the Miami-Dade
County product control division. These panels are designed to slip into an upper
header track and fasten to a lower track with washer-based wing nuts. The tracks
are available in a white or bronze finish. The panels can be removed from the
tracks and can be easily stored in your garage or shed. Panels can also be
attached directly to the wall without tracks by concrete anchor and stainless
steel screws.
If you looking for the best combination of affordability, protection, and
easy-of-use, Accordion Shutters are the right solution for your home or
business. They offer durable life-time protection and are proven to increase the
market value of your home or business. Whether you needs are residential or
commercial, custom-designed and professionally installed shutter systems will
keep you protected for years to come. Accordion Shutters are not only perfect
for windows and doors, but also for securing patios, balconies, terraces, and
storefronts, which have large expanses. They are attractive and easy to operate,
and can be installed in any length because they do not require reinforcement
with vertical braces or supports. Accordions feature specially engineered,
heavy-duty nylon wheels, which enable our shutters to open and close with ease.
Accordion Shutters are constructed of heavy-gauge, extruded aluminum panels.
They lock securely for maximum protection against storms, high-winds, and
forcible entry. Accordion shutters have been engineered to meet the most
stringent wind codes in the country and have been reviewed and accepted by the
Miami-Dade County product control division.
Roll Down shutters provide the ultimate in security and storm protection for
your home or business. Roll-down shutter systems come with a smooth, manual
crank or can be upgraded to the fully synchronized electric motor drive for
maintenance-free operation. Roll-down shutters offer an elegant design solution
with minimal visual impact. Rolling shutters are constructed of the finest grade
of aluminum for maximum impact resistance and durability. Specially designed
roll-down shutters provide maximum strength and insulation from sun, storm,
heat, noise, and weather extremes. The reinforced track system provides strength
and maximum shutter width. They are specially designed and engineered to blend
with and compliment your home or business. Our roll-down shutters add
substantial value to your home or business and pay for themselves through more
efficient heating and cooling of your rooms. Roll-down shutters have been
engineered to meet the most stringent wind codes in the country and have been
reviewed and accepted by the Miami-Dade County product control division.
If you are evaluating replacement windows for your home or business or in the
design stage of a new construction project, impact windows are your perfect
solution to provide effortless hurricane protection. They come in a wide-variety
of options in fame colors, glazing, and tint. You can customize your windows to
compliment your existing architecture. These windows combine heavy-duty aluminum
frames with impact resistant glass. A special silicone glazing process keeps the
glass from shattering. Although the glass may crack on impact the inner-layer
keeps the glass intact preventing debris from entering your home or business.
Windows and doors with aluminum frames have Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance,
qualifying them for use in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. This remarkable
product also provides protection to your draperies, rugs, and furniture from the
sun's damaging UV rays. Impact resistance glass reduces outside sound and
traffic noise enhancing the serenity of your home. The same impact resistant
glass and heavy-duty construction that keeps flying objects out of your home
during a hurricane, also provides deterrence to thieves and vandals.
Whether your are opt for storm panels, accordions, impact glass, roll-downs or
hurricane film, you are sure to make your home a more safe and secure dwelling
with hurricane shutters. They will protect your home for years to come and will
add value to your home.
About the Author:
Mike Joiner is the owner of Empire Construction. Visit his site for more info:
http://www.HurricaneShuttersFlorida.com
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