Many South Florida homeowners have discovered that the appearance and function of impact-resistant windows made with hurricane-resistant glass far outweigh that of traditional windows. Having these window products installed gives you peace of mind knowing they provide an additional layer of protection and safety. Yes, they cost more than traditional windows yet, their benefits far outweigh the cost involved to purchase and have them installed. We do not recommend self-installation as this is superior quality glass and requires professional handling and installation.
While the obvious benefit to installing hurricane-resistant glass windows is the added layer of protection they provide, here are some additional benefits you’ll enjoy when upgrading your windows to hurricane-resistant glass windows:
- Convenience and aesthetic appeal – let’s just face the facts hurricane-resistant glass is more convenient than panels or shutters. Plus, it’s more aesthetically appealing than glass traditional windows. Giving you a modern touch to your home with the added bonus of protection and safety.
- Discounts on homeowner’s insurance premiums – insurers typically offer discounts on homeowner’s policies when you install impact windows. They know that a home that is adequately covered reduces the chance of filing claims against your coverage.
- Energy efficiency – the windows of your home are responsible for up to 30% of the heat gain and loss that occurs in summer and winter. That number can jump to 60% if your windows aren’t sealed properly. Installing hurricane-resistant glass windows will result in significant cost savings on your monthly energy bills.
- Improved security – one of the more important benefits of upgrading to hurricane-resistant glass windows can keep criminals and home invaders out. Given the fact that it will take them too long to break through the glass and get inside, they’ll go somewhere else before running the risk of waking up the neighborhood and getting arrested.
- Increased curb appeal / home value – one of the most overlooked benefits is the fact that upgrading your traditional windows to impact-resistant windows can increase the resale value of your home and property. This makes them a true investment that will generate a return should you list your home on the market.
- Noise reduction – are your neighbors a bunch of loud party animals that blast their music far too late at night? Do you live on a busy street or near a highway? Because of better sealing, hurricane-resistant windows can actually help by reducing the amount of noise created by rowdy neighbors and traffic.
Additionally, we and other hurricane-resistant glass window manufacturers are always looking for ways that we can improve our products. To learn more about upgrading your windows to high-quality hurricane-resistant glass, contact V&V Windows today and speak with a business representative at 305.888.4151.