IMPACT RESISTANT WINDOWS VS STANDARD

• When deciding between Standard glass and Impact resistant windows you have to compare costs, appearance, convenience and your time involvement for both types of windows or doors.
• With standard-glass windows, the Florida Building Code demands the installation of storm panels in every opening of a home for the provision of proper hurricane protection. Therefore the cost of purchasing regular windows and shutters combined is less then purchasing impact resistant windows. As a long term view you then have to factor in the costs of installing and uninstalling storm panels. Over time the cost comparison will dramatically change and the initial investment of storm panels can even out. Impact windows and doors also provide the additional benefit of being more energy efficient. Other factors to consider are the Insurance Premium discounts and the improved burglary protection. There is also a dramatic noise reduction.