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What Offers Better Protection, Impact Resistant Windows or Hurricane Shutters?
Impact windows and hurricane shutters both protect your home but in different ways.
Upgrades That Make Your Home Hurricane Resilient
Roof, garage door, windows or doors first? See which hurricane upgrades protect a South Florida home most and how to plan them on a budget.
5 of the Worst Hurricanes in Florida’s History
From the 1928 Okeechobee storm to Hurricane Ian, these are the hurricanes that set Florida’s records for deaths, wind and damage.
How to Install Plywood Over Windows for a Hurricane
A step-by-step plywood board-up guide for South Florida homes, with the Florida Building Code limits, the right anchors for block and wood walls, and why plywood should only be your backup plan.
How to Brace Your House for a Hurricane: Gable Ends, Garage Door and Openings
Gable ends, the garage door, glass openings and the roof-to-wall connection are where hurricane winds most often get in, and this guide shows how to brace each one and which jobs need a licensed pro.
How Should I Protect My Windows During a Hurricane?
Compare impact windows, shutters, hurricane fabric and plywood for South Florida homes, plus what never to do to your windows before a storm.
The Ultimate Guide to Impact Doors in South Florida
A practical overview of hurricane impact doors for South Florida homes, from choosing the right type to getting it approved, installed and inspected.