Category: Impact Window Articles

Impact windows changed how we view the world from lots of perspectives. In the early stages of the technology, the auto industry began to use laminated glass in vehicles. Laminated glass holds together upon impact with an object. If broken, it holds because of an interlayer that bonds two sheets of glass together. It’s well known that when a home’s …

Let’s cut to the chase right from the start—Tampa homeowners love impact windows because they keep our families safer during a hurricane. Granted, most of us hit the road if it looks like a dangerous situation is at hand. Better safe than sorry is a good rule of thumb! If you’ve had experience with hurricanes, you know that things can change …

If you’re in the market for windows, odds are you’ll be choosing impact windows. If your home is under construction, the FBC (Florida Building Code) requires them, of course. However, any homeowner considering window replacement should take a look at these amazing windows. They’re built to last a lifetime. In fact, many manufacturers provide a lifetime guarantee. Some even give …

That’s a question we can’t wait to answer! We love to tell people about the benefits of installing impact windows in their home. Answering the question regarding how tough they are is the best place to start. However, you may be surprised to discover the fringe benefits these windows possess. First things first If you live anywhere near the coast your …

Florida is particularly vulnerable to hurricanes and tropical storms. Our peninsula is positioned so both storms from the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico pummel us when making landfall. It’s best if we’re prepared to take what’s coming from any direction. Impact resistant windows or hurricane shutters beef up a home’s structural integrity. Which one’s best though? Up to …