Why Your Condo Association Should Upgrade to Hurricane Impact Windows and Doors
In a period of two weeks, two powerful hurricanes, Helene and Milton, pummeled Florida with 140 mph winds, two feet of rain, and more than 116 tornado warnings. [1]–[2]
With the global climate changes, hurricanes like these are expected to continue to grow in the future. As a Palm Beach County condo association leader, you have a responsibility to do everything you can to protect your association buildings and the lives of the residents in them when these powerful storms occur. One effective way to protect both people and property in South Florida is to install hurricane impact windows and doors throughout your condo association property.
Hurricane impact windows and doors are constructed from multiple layers of glass and polymer so they are able to withstand hurricane force winds. They are available in different strengths, with the strongest ones able to withstand up to 200 mph winds. The taller the building, the greater the risk of damage from winds.
In addition to the wind, flying debris is a significant danger during a hurricane, especially for residents on lower or mid-level floors. If a large piece of debris hits a hurricane impact glass window or door, the glass will not break. It may spiderweb, but it will remain intact, preventing water intrusion and major structural damage to the building.
Hurricane impact windows and doors also improve the quality of life for residents during a hurricane. Since these windows and doors don’t need to be covered in hurricane shutters, they allow natural light to come in during the storm, which is especially important if the power goes out.
In addition to additional protection during the storm, hurricane impact windows and doors improve residents’ quality of life on a daily basis. They offer soundproofing qualities, which is especially important if your property is located in a busy, noisy neighborhood. The glass prevents much of the outdoor sounds from entering into residents’ units, creating a more peaceful atmosphere for them. Moreover, because hurricane impact glass minimizes air leakage, it is more energy efficient than regular windows and doors. This can reduce residents’ air conditioning bills in their units, and can reduce the association’s energy bills in the common areas.
If you are considering installing hurricane impact windows or doors in your condo association buildings, contact CitiQuiet. We have worked with numerous premier properties in Palm Beach County and throughout South Florida. We offer a white glove service, taking care of everything from measuring to clean-up after installation. We offer a range a styles, colors, and prices to meet the needs of your association.
Since 2012, CitiQuiet Windows and Doors has been engineering and installing high-quality impact windows, doors, and shutters for residential and commercial buildings throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties.
Based in Boca Raton, CitiQuiet Windows and Doors offers a turnkey service to clients including initial design, engineering, permitting, installation and finish work. From elegant French doors to hurricane impact-resistant windows and sliding glass doors, CitiQuiet Windows and Doors has your solution.
At CitiQuiet Windows and Doors, we carry only the highest-quality products from the nation’s top manufacturers – and we stand behind everything we sell. For a free estimate, contact CitiQuiet Windows and Doors at 561-241-9463, visit us atcitiquiethurricanewindows.com, or stop by the showroom today at 6530 West Rogers Circle, Suite 29, Boca Raton, FL 33487.
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[1] Time. Death Toll From Hurricane Helene Rises to Nearly 100 | TIME. Accessed September 30, 2024.
[2] BBC News. Tornadoes reported as Hurricane Milton lashes Florida – BBC News. Accessed October 10, 2024.