Question 1

What are the benefits of installing impact windows and doors?

Accepted Answer

Impact windows and doors provide effortless hurricane protection, potential insurance premium reductions, improved energy savings, noise reduction, burglar resistance, and added home value -- all without the hassle of putting up and taking down shutters before every storm.

Question 2

Can impact windows and doors lower my homeowner's insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Florida homeowners with impact-rated windows and doors typically qualify for significant insurance discounts because the home is better protected against hurricane-force winds and flying debris. Contact your insurance provider after installation to request a re-evaluation of your premium.

Question 3

Are impact windows more secure against break-ins than regular windows?

Accepted Answer

Impact windows are made with two layers of glass bonded by a tough, transparent plastic inner layer. This laminated glass cannot be penetrated without specialized tools -- making them significantly more burglar-resistant than standard windows. A would-be intruder cannot simply smash through impact glass to gain entry.

Question 4

Are impact windows better than storm shutters?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Storm shutters protect against flying debris but offer no protection against the sudden pressure changes caused by a hurricane. As the eye of a storm passes, pressure drops dramatically and can pop out ordinary windows even with shutters in place. Impact windows are structurally integrated into your home and cannot be displaced by pressure changes -- making them a superior and permanent solution.

Question 5

How reliable are impact windows and doors during a major hurricane?

Accepted Answer

Every product sold by Florida Impact Windows and Doors meets or exceeds current Florida Building Code requirements, which mandate performance in storms stronger than a Category 5 hurricane. To date, there has not been a single reported failure of a window or door installed by our company.

Question 6

Does Florida Impact Windows and Doors offer financing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer multiple financing options including a credit-based revolving line of credit through Wells Fargo with terms from 6 to 60 months, as well as PACE financing programs. Contact us to find out which option fits your situation best.

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