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Preparing your home for hurricane season is essential to ensure safety and minimize damage. Hurricanes bring strong winds and rain, capable of causing significant harm to homes not equipped to handle such forces. Selecting the right protective measures, like hurricane-resistant windows and doors, balances functionality and style while safeguarding your residence. It's not just about defense; it's about choosing solutions that blend seamlessly with your home's aesthetics, ensuring that safety measures complement your living space's design. What is Hurricane Season and When Does it Occur? Hurricane season refers to the period in the year when hurricanes are most likely to form and impact [...]

Every year, the residents of the southeastern coast and the Gulf states spend an enormous amount of money preparing for hurricanes or - even worse - don’t prepare at all. One of the main expenses residents incur is the purchase of storm shutters, also known as hurricane coverings. When the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Association announces the potential for a hurricane in Florida, the clock starts and there is a mad rush for materials to build these hurricane coverings. The object of the storm shutters is to avoid the need for window repair by covering the vulnerable areas with material [...]

The chance of a Florida hurricane peak is between August and October, and that’s when you can expect the strongest storms to form. The early portion of hurricane season in 2020 has only produced two named storms, but there has never been a better time to ensure you have adequate hurricane window protection. Before you search for “window companies near me,” the best place to purchase impact doors and storm windows is STS Impact Windows and Doors. Located in Boynton Beach, Florida, STS services South Florida home and business owners using their over 20 years of experience. STS Impact Windows [...]

When considering what type of windows to purchase in Florida, the main debate is whether or not to upgrade that installation to storm windows. This may surprise you, but storm windows are not just for when there is a hurricane in Florida. Most people are concerned about Florida storm systems but neglect the security aspect of the windows and fail to include it in the decision making process. Let’s consider some of the additional benefits of installing storm windows besides hurricane window protection. Unlike regular windows, storm windows feature impact glass, which contains a layer of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) or [...]

So, you’ve decided to install Hurricane impact resistant windows! Excellent. Now, you’re wondering what option of glass is the right choice for your property, and we’re here to help. Below you’ll find the different impact-resistant glass options STS is proud to offer, along with information about each option to help you decide which is right for you.  South Florida homeowners can choose aluminium or vinyl windows to comply with the Miami Dade HVHZ NOA standard for impact windows and doors, each material has its plusses and minuses. Aluminium windows are more prone to dents, corrosion, and fading but are generally [...]

Looking to purchase your first home in sunny South Florida? Whether you’re moving to the Sunshine State and planning to buy a home or looking to upgrade from renting to owning, Florida has so many different classic styles of homes to choose from. We’ve gone through a few of the most popular home styles below: Ranch Style, Victorian, Mediterranean, and Contemporary. Each type of home has its own unique look; there is a perfect fit for every type of homebuyer!  Ranch Style This style of home is the most popular style in Florida. It features a single story with a [...]

Installing Hurricane resistant impact windows and doors on commercial properties is beneficial for so many reasons. Not only will your business save money, but you will improve the value of your property. You can also guarantee that your clients, guests, employees, and property will remain safe in the event of an attempted security breach or major storm.  Save Money with Hurricane Impact Windows & Doors There are a number of ways installing hurricane impact windows and doors can help you save money.  The first way is that these windows and doors are constructed to keep out harmful UV rays. In [...]

At STS, we pride ourselves on service and a commitment to excellence. As a US Marine Disabled Veteran with a Master of Business Administration from FAU, and a General Contractor with 20 years of experience in the South Florida area, the founders are proud to uphold these core values: transparency, commitment to excellence, and efficiency. We offer a 3-year installation warranty and satisfaction guarantee.We only work with trusted manufacturers who uphold the same values as we do. PGT PGT holds the most Miami-Dade certifications in the window and door industry. The state core values of integrity, family, customers, quality, and [...]

The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1st to November 30th. Hurricanes and tropical storms can happen up and down the eastern seaboard and Gulf of Mexico and can affect areas more than 100 miles inland. STS Impact Windows & Doors is a local family-owned company that is part of the community. We would like to help our neighbors prepare for hurricane season by providing a hurricane preparedness guide. Hurricane season begins on June 1st, so we suggest preparing prior to the start of the season. The hurricane preparation tips list you’ll find below can help anyone prevent damage during the [...]