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Spring Prep: How to Schedule Hurricane Protection Before the Rush

SEO Vectra on April 15, 2025

The hurricane season won’t officially start until June, but there’s no harm in staying prepared before that. Every year, many homeowners wait until the first major storm warning hits to start their search for hurricane shutters, impact windows, and impact doors. By that time, most companies are overwhelmed with orders, their installation schedules are full, and product stocks are low.

To avoid all this chaos, it’s best to plan ahead of time during the spring season itself. This way, you can get quality products, get them installed early and ensure your home remains fully protected before peak storm season. Let’s understand how you can schedule hurricane protection before the rush.

Assess Your Home’s Hurricane Readiness

Begin by taking a walk around your home and identifying areas that need more protection. Check to see if your windows are impact-resistant and your doors are strong enough to withstand harsh winds. If you are not sure, you can book a free consultation with a reliable hurricane protection company and get your home’s weak points assessed.

Even if you already have impact windows or doors installed, you must not assume that you are fully protected. You should check for signs of wear and tear, like rusted bolts, cracks, or gaps, as even minor issues can result in severe consequences when facing hurricane-force winds.

Choose the Right Hurricane Protection

There are many types of hurricane protection solutions available in the market. Choosing the right option depends on your budget, home structure and the level of security you need. Some common options include:

Hurricane Shutters – A cost-effective and reliable solution that can be easily deployed before a hurricane. They are available in various options such as roll-down shutters, accordion shutters, etc.

Impact-Resistant Windows and Doors – A long-term investment that does not just protect against storms but also boosts your home’s energy efficiency and security.

Schedule Your Installation Before Peak Season

One common mistake made by homeowners is waiting too long to book their installation. Once the hurricane season begins, demand increases and appointment slots fill up fast. By scheduling installation in the spring, you can avoid the last-minute rush and get priority service. Plus, many hurricane protection companies offer early-season discounts, so by getting installation done early, you can save money as well as ensure your home stays protected.

Maintain Your Existing Hurricane Protection

If your home already has hurricane shutters or impact doors, you must get a maintenance inspection done. While you can inspect them yourself, a professional can help you do a more comprehensive check. They can help you check if there are any signs of corrosion or damage, clean the shutters, and test the roll-down mechanisms to make sure that the shutters are functioning properly.

Get your home hurricane-ready beforehand and rest easy knowing you are fully prepared for storm season. Reach out to 1st Choice Hurricane Protection today and schedule the installation of hurricane shutters and impact doors in Bonita Springs, FL. it more energy-efficient and secure by installing hurricane shutters in Cape Coral, FL. Reach out to 1st Choice Hurricane Protection for help in choosing windows. Our skilled team is here to assist you in making the right choice for your home so you can be worry-free all year round

The Benefits of Installing Energy-Efficient Windows in Your Home

SEO Vectra on November 22, 2024

When thinking about home improvements, energy-efficient impact windows might not be the first thing that comes to your mind. However, by upgrading your windows you can see a considerable improvement in your environment, elevate your home’s comfort and reduce energy costs. Let’s understand the benefits of installing energy-efficient impact windows in Bonita Springs, Naples and Marco Island, FL and explore how it is a smart and sustainable choice for your home.

Lower Energy Bills

One of the key benefits of energy-efficient impact windows is that they help reduce your energy bills. These windows are designed with better insulation, so they prevent indoor air from leaking out during the winter and don’t allow heat to enter your house during the summer. They lower the pressure on your home’s HVAC system so that it doesn’t have to work as hard to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature, leading to lower utility costs. Over time, the savings you get from these windows can add up.

Improved Comfort

Have you ever felt drafts near your windows or noticed that some rooms in your house are too hot or cold? This can happen with older windows that don’t fit properly and fail to provide enough insulation. 1st Choice’s energy-efficient impact windows help maintain a stable temperature inside your home, eliminating uncomfortable drafts and too much temperature difference in different rooms. These windows also effectively block harmful UV rays, so your furniture, carpets and flooring stay better protected and don’t fade easily.

Environmental Benefits

As impact windows reduce your energy use, they not only help you make considerable savings but are also good for the environment. Lower energy consumption means fewer carbon emissions, helping you reduce your carbon footprint. With this small step, you can lead a more sustainable lifestyle. These days many impact windows are made from eco-friendly materials, which adds to their positive environmental impact.

Noise Reduction

If you live near a busy market or in a noisy neighborhood, installing energy-efficient impact windows can help reduce the amount of outside noise that enters your home. The improved insulation provided by these windows not only keeps the temperature stable but also helps to create a quieter, more peaceful environment inside your home. By installing these windows you can prevent outside noise from entering your home and relax better after a long, busy day.

Increased Home Value

These windows are an excellent investment, especially if you are considering to sell your house in the future. Potential buyers typically prefer homes with energy-saving features and upgraded windows can make your home more attractive on the market. Plus, as homes with energy-efficient impact windows often sell for a higher price, these windows can add to the value of your investment.

Hurricane Protection

Choosing energy-efficient impact windows from 1st Choice Hurricane Protection provides many safety benefits, particularly in hurricane-prone areas. These robust windows are designed to withstand harsh winds and flying debris, safeguarding your home during severe weather events. By installing impact-resistant windows and doors, you not only protect your property but also improve its resilience against nature’s most destructive forces, helping you gain confidence that you and your family are safe.

Durability and Low Maintenance

1st Choice Hurricane Protection’s high-impact windows are durable and built to last. They are made from high-quality materials that can withstand severe weather conditions including hurricanes and storms. These windows usually come with special coatings that make them easier to clean and maintain. As these windows are low maintenance you will have to spend hardly any time and effort on their upkeep.
Enjoy a more comfortable and quieter home, by installing high-quality impact windows in Bonita Springs, Naples and Marco Island, FL from 1st Choice Hurricane Protection. You can improve the safety and comfort of your home with our top-notch offerings like custom entry doors, sliding glass doors and other storm protection solutions. Contact us today to explore our wide range of high-quality offerings, including ES Doors and Windows to ensure your home is equipped with the best protection.

Roll Down Shutter Installation In Esplanade, Marco Island

SEO Vectra on July 30, 2015

Roll down Shutters provide the maximum protection against storms, Protecting the residents of the Esplanade In Marco Island From mother nature.

Roll down shutters can be either hand cranked or used with a remote control. Shutters are available in white , Bronze, Ivory black and Beige . This particular color looks great with the pastel color on the building.

Not only does this shutter provide maximum protection and block out flying debris. You can also open it half way to block out the heat and sun in your lanai or fully close to give you some privacy.

Dont wait till last minute! Be prepared and protected ahead of time.

Give us a call at 239-325-3400 and let our friendly and knowledgeable staff help you with your project today!

Storm Surges Are The Deadliest Hazard Associated With Hurricanes

SEO Vectra on June 17, 2015

A storm Surge caused by a hurricane is one of the things we need to know about and understand, afterall, it is the deadliest effect we are left with during these tropical hurricanes

Here is a great video by the U.S. National Weather Service. It’s about Storm Surges, get to know our biggest threat!

Hurricane Roll Shutters Installed on a Remodel on Murex Drive in Naples, FL

SEO Vectra on October 22, 2014

Roll Shutters are installed to protect the furniture, window and door openings from hurricane force winds and wind driven debris.

This is a remodel that we installed roll shutters on. You can see in the photo the pool is still not complete, however you can see this is a great use of a Roll Shutter.

This photo is the same as the one above, but the shutters are in the down position. Imagine all the furniture you would now be able to keep in place, only to have it look new, stay cleaner, and not be blown around in hurricane force winds.

Same job, same shutters, just a different angle. I love the look of this job, clean and modern.

Here are the Roll Shutters in the down position. Clean, Clean, Clean 😉

Give our knowlegable staff a call to help you prepair for your new Hurricane Roll Shutters. 239-325-3400

Clear Panel Installation on New Construction Home in Fort Myers, FL

SEO Vectra on May 8, 2014

This Clear Panel installation on a New Construction home is located in the Miromar Lakes Community of Fort Myers, FL. This type of Hurricane Protection is simple and affordable, yet very effective.

The photo above is of a mitered glass bay window in a new construction home. We work for homeowners as well as some premier builders providing protection to SW Florida properties. If you look closely at the clear hurricane panels, you may notice there is a protective plastic layer on the panels. This is to ensure the new homeowner gets crystal clear panels when they deploy them in the threat of a hurricane and prevents scratches during transport and installation. This is just one of the fine touches we put on our products to meet the high quality standards we have.

You can see that we match the door and window colors on our track extrusions for our installations. If needed, we can do custom colors to match trim or house colors. Once the shutters are installed, we number them to make deployment of the clear panels a snap.

Once the shutters are installed we will them take the clear panels down, we chain them to a wall in the garage or other designated area to keep them out of the way and in perfect condition. The chain also secures them so they won’t accidentally fall and damage property or cause injury.

Give us a call and we will help you through the process in getting your home protected! 239-325-3400

Hurricane Roll Down Shutter Installation on New Construction Home in Marco Island, FL

SEO Vectra on March 25, 2014

This Hurricane Roll Down Shutter Installation was completed on a new construction home for one of our high end home builder clients. The home is located on Barfield Dr. in Marco Island, FL and the finished product turned out spectacular.

This Photo is of Hurricane Roll Down Shutters on the rear of the home enclosing the lanai. By using roll shutters to enclose the lanai, the home owner’s furniture is protected during a storm. it also alleviates the need to move all the patio furniture during a hurricane to keep it from being damaged or becoming a wind bore projectile.

These two photos are of the front of the home, the first picture is with the shutter in the up position, retaining the beauty of the architecture and entry. The second picture is with the shutter in the down position, giving full protection from not only a hurricane, but also a break in. At the push of a button, this huge shutter i automatically lowered into position, and with another push, it is raised.