Windows provide us with needed sunlight and great views, and prevent us from feeling like we are living in a cave. As nice as they are, however, they are easily a point of failure when hurricanes strike homes in Clearwater, Largo, Palm Harbor, St. Petersburg, Tarpon Springs, or the surrounding areas. What you really need in your home are hurricane impact windows, and our team at White Hat Windows are well-versed in installing these important protective windows. Call us today to learn more and get a quote.
What Makes Them Hurricane Impact Windows
When it comes to making windows that pass the test and can survive a hurricane without blowing out, there are a couple of key features that make them hurricane impact windows. The first part is the glass that is used in the window, which is not the same as in traditional windows. The second part is the frame of the window, which again is not the same as in traditional windows.
When it comes to the glass of hurricane impact windows there are a couple of aspects to the glass that really enhance the performance. First is the tempering of the glass, which means that it is heat-treated and then cooled. This makes the glass impact-resistant and it will break into small pebbles if it shatters. But then there is a lamination that is added between these sheets of tempered glass that helps to prevent pieces from piercing through the glass, stopping things like flying debris which is common during hurricanes.
The other part is the frame of the window. The frames are made thicker than standard window frames, which allows for more of the window to be braced by the frame when the high winds and driving rain happen. The glass is also treated to a special silicone glaze to help it to adhere to the frame as well. All together these add up to an impressively safe hurricane impact window.
Still Feature Normal Enhancements
Just because you have hurricane impact windows doesn’t mean that you can’t also still get the other energy-efficient options with these windows like you would on more standard windows. The addition of Low-E glass, having the multiple panes of glass sandwich a layer of inert gas for improved insulating properties, and more are all available with these hurricane impact windows.
When the storms start approaching your home in Clearwater, Largo, Palm Harbor, St. Petersburg, Tarpon Springs, or the surrounding areas, that’s not the time to wish you had added hurricane impact windows. Call our team at White Hat Windows today to learn more and schedule your installation of these property and life-saving windows.
