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Automatic Roll Down Shutters
Automatic shutters are typically made of PVC or metal louver style. Housed in a box directly above each window the automatic shutter lowers down an set of tracks on each side of the window frame. The automatic shutters will then lock into place. You can purchase motorized shutters but they will run you approximately $20 to #35 per square foot of window area to cover.

Accordion Shutters
Accordion shutters are also housed in a box directly about the window being protected. They are manually pulled down into place and lock into place at the bottom of the window frame. The prices vary from $15 to $25 per square foot.

Bahama Shutters
These shutters are like the accordion shutter pulled manually into place, but they can be used during non weather situations to proved shade for the room they are used in. The cost for these shutters can run anywhere from $15 to $20 per square foot.

Awning Shutters
Awning shutters can be used yearly to provide shade for your windows and rooms but in the event of a hurricane you can pull them down and fasten then into place over the window to protect it during gale force winds. Again the prices range from $15 to $20 per square foot.

Plywood Shutters
These are the least expensive shutter available mostly due to the fact that you will have to make them yourself using standard plywood sheets. They work effectively when needed, but they must be installed manually whenever needed and they are heavy and require storage space.

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If for some reason you just cannot afford to purchase shutters to protect your windows even if it is only a temporary situation you will need to be able to protect your windows and home during a Hurricane or poor weather. The best and most economical solution is to use plywood sheets at least 5/8″ thick to cover your windows and doors. Cut the wood to fit the inside of your window frame and mark each piece of wood so you know which piece goes on. Always store these window coverings in a dry location out of the sunlight to avoid warping them.

This method is timely and is not very attractive but in an emergency it should help avoid damages that could occur without any protective barrier in place.

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Obviously, the best option for installing shutters is when a home is first built, unfortunately we cannot all purchase brand new homes or have our homes custom built for use. If you have purchased an older home that does not have existing shutters it is best to have the shutters installed as soon as possible. Hurricane season and seasons with poor weather conditions are typically the busiest time of year for shutter installation so it’s best to avoid these times of year if possible. As with any business prone to seasonal fluctuation, most installers will offer special pricing during their slow seasons when the weather is perfect.

You should always double check your shutters at the beginning of the hurricane season. You want to make sure that they are operating correctly and that they lock into place with no trouble.
Make repairs as soon as you notice them and this will help you avoid any damage caused if a storm comes up suddenly and the shutters fail to work properly because of repair work that did not get finished.

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When considering what options you need to protect your home from nature and the elements there are several options available. Shatter resistant glass or windows and protective film are available for a much smaller cost than protective shutters, however they are poor substitutes for the protection that shutters offer. When using film or shatter resistant glass you must remember that while the glass is protected the frame could still be put under tremendous stress causing the whole window to fail. Shutters protect not only the glass window, but the frame surrounding it as well. Normally we would only recommend using one of these substitutes if you have a window that is too wide or odd shaped for shutters.

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Hurricane shutters are a wonderful investment for anyone living on the eastern coastline of the United States. These shutters can make the world of difference during a hurricane in protecting your home and the lives of you and your family. Hurricane shutters help protect against flying debris and high winds. Keep in mind that once a window or door has been damaged the wind force created by the hurricane can wreck havoc on your home. By protecting your windows and doors against the force of the hurricane you can go along way toward saving yourself much heartache and financial loss due to home damage.

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We do not recommend taping your windows to protect them from the high winds and debris kicked up during poor weather. Taping the windows will not protect them against flying debris and if your lucky enough to still have windows you will be left peeling tape off your windows after the storm passes. When a hurricane warning is issued you should immediately shutter your windows and doors either with actual hurricane shutters made specifically for this purpose or plywood that can be purchased at a hardware or lumber store.

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