What Is Your Take On Hurricane Shutters?

Posted by Rita H Peterson on October 30th, 2018

Shutters are now one of the most flexible options for home owners as they are good for security purposes. They are used for varied purposes be it for doors or windows in domestic as well as industrial environments.

How to decide between the best types of shutters?

Shutter experts have come up with ways to protect homes from storms. Apart from colors, materials and styles for homes it is important to find the best shutters that are also functional. Windows are the most vulnerable areas in a house during the hurricane season. Something dangerous could probably happen if the windows are not strong enough. There could be flying debris inside the home. One broken window and it is enough to blow the whole roof off.
The best hurricane shutters protect a home from the damage of storms. No matter what shutter you prefer, they should comply with the standards related to hurricane resistance.

The different types of hurricane shutters

After you have assured yourself that the shutters comply with the standards, there are a few different options to choose from. The types of shutters include-

• Accordion.
• Bahama
• Colonial
• RollGard
• Storm Panels
• Plywood

The budget and the level of protection required for your home decides the type of shutter you want to go for.

• Roll Gard hurricane shutters

The roll-up hurricane shutters are the best for protection from storms. They are not only easy to use but also good looking which do not obstruct the windows when not in use. These shutters are usually in the form of electric hurricane shutters which are easily operated with switches. They are also easily operated from the interior and the exterior of the home. The shutters are housed in a box above the window.

When the shutters are closed, it is not quite possible to operate them without an operator. The motorized shutters come with an override option so that in case you lose power before the storm, they can still be operated by hand.
These shutters are customized according to your home and are installed professionally.

• Accordion hurricane shutters

These have interlocking blade systems which can be folded when not in use. The blades can be stacked tightly. If the windows have sufficient space on the interior and exterior there will be no obstruction to the line of sight.
These shutters are usually installed on the tracks above and below the windows which are easily pulled and shut down during storms.

• Bahama hurricane shutters

The Bahama shutters give some style and shade to your homes. They are easy to operate while also providing protection against hurricanes. The shutters have to be locked from the bottom before a storm. They are a mid level options when it comes to their cost.

• Colonial hurricane shutters

These are referred to a certain type of shutters which are used for decorative purposes. They also have the capability of protecting your home during a hurricane. They are an inspiration from the Colonial New England homes. With different hooks and shapes along with the decorative features they are very much customizable. They are hinged on the side rather than on the top.

• Storm panels

Storm panel provide a lot of protection at affordable prices. These shutters as however only installed before a storm and stored at a separate place when they are not in use.

• Plywood

This is the option you can seek if you haven’t installed storm-rated hurricane shutters yet and a storm is on its way. The plywood should at least be 5/8 inches thick and fastened to the building with lag or barrel bolts. Plywood which is installed over an opening is easily ripped off of the house.