Learn how hurricane windows can keep your home safe from severe weather.
Hurricane windows are designed to be more secure and more resistant to severe weather than regular windows. In place of standard window glass, hurricane glass—also known as laminated glass—is used. Hurricane glass can withstand extremely high winds and shield you from flying objects.
Can you explain the distinction between impact and hurricane windows?
Though they share many similarities, hurricane and impact windows are not interchangeable. Hurricane windows provide additional protection from flying objects and high winds. The construction company of hurricane windows is typically tailored to local building codes and ordinances. For homes in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone and the Texas Department of Insurance, Pella Hurricane Shield Series impact-resistant windows meet or exceed the strictest requirements of the Florida Building Code. Impact windows are designed to withstand the force of a direct hit from a hurricane's debris, and they also insulate your home from outside noise and protect you from harmful ultraviolet rays.
How do hurricane shutters function?
The laminated pane of glass used in hurricane windows is built with two sheets of glass and a strong but flexible polymer layer in between, much like the glass used in automobiles. Even if flying debris breaks the window glass, this polymer layer should remain intact, keeping the wind and rain outside while you ride out the storm. It also keeps the glass from shattering into dangerously large pieces inside the house.
Regarding safety, Pella Hurricane Shield Series windows are put through their paces by firing a 2x4 at them at 50 feet per second. The window is shot from three different locations for this evaluation. Toward the conclusion of the test, the window prototype is put through thousands of positive and negative pressure cycles.
A strong frame is also essential for protecting against impacts. Some impact windows come with installation holes pre-drilled to guarantee exact installation, outstanding performance, and tranquility—all of which are necessary for optimal performance. Pella's impact-resistant windows are already up to code and don't need anything more to be storm-ready. Before the storm arrives, ensure all windows are closed and locked.
Why would you need impact windows?
If you reside in a hurricane-prone area, your state and county may mandate that you replace your windows and doors with impact-resistant models before a specific date or during the construction of a new structure. More and more people are choosing hurricane impact windows as a precaution against the rising frequency of tropical storms and hurricanes, regardless of whether or not your jurisdiction requires them. Several types of windows are available to satisfy the requirements of homes in your area.
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