How do I know if my windows are hurricane proof?

Impact resistant glass from hurricane windows does not often have a permanent mark of this kind. You can also check for a temporary label on the glass that might outline the thickness, the manufacturing date, and the place of creation. This label will tell you if it’s a hurricane window or not.

Are PGT windows Miami Dade approved?

All of PGT’s NOA’s are fully updated and Approved by Miami Dade County to the new code. Current NOA documents can be found on our Product Approvals and Certifications page.

Is impact resistant glass hurricane proof?

Hurricane protection is the guiding force behind the design of Pella Hurricane Shield Series impact resistant windows. Much stronger than windows with standard glass, hurricane impact glass features a strong polymer layer located between the panes of glass.

What are hurricane grade windows?

Hurricane impact windows are typically manufactured with glass that’s specially treated to make it less likely to shatter and break loose from the window frame during a violent windstorm.

What is the difference between hurricane windows and impact windows?

A standard hurricane window will be able to withstand the extreme pressure generated by hurricane-force winds, but it will shatter if struck by airborne debris. Impact windows are constructed with a durable laminate between the glass panes.

Will a Category 4 hurricane break windows?

Some frame homes may totally collapse, while well-built homes will likely see severe damage to their roofs, and apartment buildings can experience damage to upper floors. A Category 4 hurricane will blow out most windows on high-rise buildings, uproot most trees and will likely down many power lines.

Should I get hurricane impact windows?

Storm Windows. This is the primary reason why you should install impact resistant windows in your home when in a storms hit region. Other than rushing to look for solutions to protect your home when these storms hit, installing impact resistant windows will offer permanent protection to your home.

Are double pane windows hurricane proof?

Double pane windows include two pieces of glass with an air gap in between. However, double pane windows are not designed to withstand windborne debris and should be protected just like single pane glass when a hurricane is threatening.

Are impact windows burglar proof?

Rather than shattering like a traditional pane of glass, impact resistant windows will splinter, but not break through. Although impact resistant windows are not completely burglar proof, breaking through them can prove to be significantly more work and more time consuming than most burglars are willing to endure.

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