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Storm protection service

Impact Windows installers in Florida

Impact windows use laminated or multi-layer glazing in reinforced frames. When the glass is struck it may crack, but the interlayer is designed to keep the opening closed. Because they protect the opening full-time, there is nothing to put up before a storm.

Pros

  • Protection is always in place; nothing to install when a storm is coming.
  • Laminated glass also reduces outside noise and blocks most UV light.
  • Harder to break than ordinary glass, which can add security.
  • Often the best option for owners who travel or can't put up shutters themselves.

Things to consider

  • Usually the most expensive way to protect an opening, since the whole window is replaced.
  • The glass can still crack in a storm and may need replacing afterward, even if the opening held.
  • Lead times can be long after a busy hurricane season.
  • Condo and HOA rules may limit frame colors and styles.

What to ask for in a quote

  • The contractor's license number, so you can confirm it on the DBPR website.
  • The Florida Product Approval number (or Miami-Dade NOA in Miami-Dade and Broward) for every product in the quote.
  • Who pulls the permit and whether permit fees are included.
  • The design pressure (DP) ratings for each window and whether they meet the requirements for your address.
  • Frame material (aluminum or vinyl), glass type (laminated or insulated laminated) and any energy performance ratings.
  • How stucco, trim and interior finishes will be repaired after removal of the old windows.

Find impact windows installers by county

Contractors with "window" in their business name (285)

Other window and door contractors (4)

These licensed businesses work in window and door protection but don't name impact windows specifically. Ask whether they install the product you want.

Frequently asked questions

Are all "hurricane windows" impact windows?

No. Some windows are rated for wind pressure but not for debris impact. For opening protection, look for products tested and approved for impact (large-missile for most ground-floor openings) and check the approval document.

Do I still need shutters if I have impact windows?

Not if every glazed opening, including doors, is covered by impact-rated products. A single unprotected opening can let wind into the house, so plan to protect all of them.