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There's A Storm Brewing: 3 Ways To Protect Your Windows From Hurricane Damage

6 May 2016

Britney Simpson

If this is your first time living in hurricane territory, you might not be familiar with the proper preparations you need to make. Your windows are one area of your home that will require added protection. Windows can become very breakable during a hurricane. Broken windows can cause serious injuries if you're struck with flying glass. Not only that but once your windows are broken, your home becomes an easy target for burglars if you choose to head to an evacuation center during the hurricane. After the hurricane, glass repair companies are going to be busy, which means it might be a few days before they can take care of the repairs to your windows. Here are three steps you can take to protect your glass during a hurricane. 

Consider High-Impact Glass Windows

If you live in hurricane territory, you should consider having high-impact glass windows installed in your home. The glass looks just like your normal glass, which means you won't have to compromise the beauty of your windows for safety features. High-impact glass windows come in single-pane and dual-pane styles. The benefit of the dual-pane style is that they have an added protective plastic film positioned between the two panes of glass. This added protected will help your windows withstand the pressure of a hurricane.

Install Storm Shutters

Storm shutters are another excellent way to protect your windows during a hurricane. These shutters aren't like your traditional shutters that are designed more for aesthetic purposes. Rather, your storm shutters are designed to roll down over your windows to form a protective shield over them. Storm shutters can be operated by a hand-crank located inside the home, or they can be operated by an automatic push-button.

Stock Up on Plywood

If you haven't had time to install new windows or storm shutters, you should stock up on several sheets of plywood. The plywood can be measured and prepared before hurricane season arrives. It's also a good idea to have heavy-duty fasteners installed around your windows. The fasteners will allow you to quickly install your plywood as soon as you get the warning. Don't wait till the last minute to purchase your plywood, though. Plywood supplies can run out quickly when a hurricane is approaching.

If this will be your first hurricane season, you need to be prepared. The tips provided above will help you protect your windows from hurricane damage. For other tips on how to protect your windows during a hurricane, be sure to speak to your local glass dealer (such as Jimmies Glass Incorporated DBA 24 Hour Emergency Glass Service.)

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