Without question, hurricane season brings destructive force winds to the coastal regions of South Florida. The magnitude of these storms is unpredictable and they can leave hundreds of thousands if not millions of dollars in damages in their wake. As a homeowner who’s in the market for impact doors, you may be wondering about what to look for when purchasing and having them installed.
Key Aspects to Look for
We understand that you want to buy the best for your home and with a multitude of available options, it can be confusing. That’s why before you start shopping styles and custom types, here are 6 qualities to look for when buying impact-resistant doors and windows.
- Adherence to building codes – it’s imperative to stay on the proper side of the law, namely city building codes. The Federal and Florida State Government have various codes that you must meet when installing these doors and windows. We understand this and manufacture our products to pass inspection.
- Buy locally manufactured products – in addition to meeting all building codes (see above), impact doors from V&V Windows are locally manufactured and capable of withstanding Florida’s climatic and environmental conditions. Plus, they’ve been designed to handle prevailing temperatures and winds. Remember, buying locally saves on transportation costs as well.
- Corrosion-resistant – one of the most important factors to consider when choosing impact-resistant doors is their ability to resist corrosion caused by the salty air and water from the ocean. Corroded door and window frames are more vulnerable to damage from hurricanes and tropical storms. Conversely, corrosion-resistant doors from V&V Windows will last for years and not be affected.
- Cost factors – by purchasing locally (see above), you can be assured that all building codes have been met. Impact hurricane doors and windows are built with premium materials and will cost more than their standard counterparts. However, this ensures that you are receiving a quality product that is keeping your home and family safe.
- Durability – most Florida buildings are inspected within a specific time period in order to determine whether or not they are up to building codes and standards as they age. If you don’t want to be one of the unlucky homeowners that has to withstand out-of-pocket replacement costs, V&V Windows recommends investing in durable impact windows and doors.
- Hurricane force resistance – another key factor is the level of hurricane force or impact resistance of the glass in your doors and windows. Florida is struck by different categories of hurricanes throughout each season, some of which are devastating. It’s best to install impact doors that can withstand Category 5 winds.
To learn more about hurricane impact doors and windows, contact V&V Windows at 305.888.4151 and speak with a representative today.