Why Are Hurricane Shutters Important? Trying to understand why hurricane shutters are important? The average wind speed for a tropical storm here along the coast is 73mph. Wind speeds are even higher for a hurricane, starting at 75mph for just a Category 1 storm. Builder grade windows are only able to sustain a maximum of 77mph wind speeds before cracking…

Which Is Better? Single-Hung Windows Or Double-Hung Windows Replacing the windows in a home is one of the biggest ways that homeowners can save money, and even see a substantial return on their investment over time. The two most commonly sold types of windows are single-hung and double-hung windows. So, which is better … Single-Hung windows or Double-Hung windows? Single-…

How To Prepare Your Home For Hurricane Season Hurricanes and tropical storms are a given here on the Gulf Coast. Hurricane season starts in the heat of summer in June and lasts until the end of fall in November. During these months, the chances of enduring a hurricane or tropical storm is almost guaranteed. Here are some important steps every…