There are more and more companies in coastal areas that are in the business of selling and installing storm shutters. Because these are relatively new products in the market place, consumers may not know how to evaluate these products and services in their comparison shopping. Following are just a few tips for the consumer on purchasing storm shutters.
Storm shutters offer two kinds of protection.
They can be designed to protect against wind pressure, debris impacts, or both. It is important to know what kind of protection you are getting. To minimize the potential for wind borne debris around your house, secure lawn and patio furniture, garbage cans, flower pots, etc. If the shutter is designed to withstand debris impact, look for the Dade County, Florida standard. It is a very tough standard developed for the extreme wind conditions found in south Florida.