Storm Shutters in West Palm Beach

Storm or hurricane shutters serve many purposes. Yes, you can protect your home from damaging winds that carry all sorts of debris.

The job of any shutter is to protect your glass areas from breakage when hit by flying debris. Why? The simple reason is a broken window or door will allow the wind to build huge pressures inside of your home.

Permanent storm shutters are usually made of aluminum or steel and are attached to a building in such a way that they can be closed quickly before a storm arrives. One type is the “rolldown” shutter (see figure on this page), which is contained in a housing mounted above the window and lowered when necessary. Manually operated and motor-driven models are available.

While permanent storm shutters can usually be closed quickly and easily, temporary covers can be an economical alternative and can be installed fairly quickly if the necessary preparations are made. Plywood covers can also be used to protect sliding glass doors and French doors. Be aware of these limitations when it comes to plywood:

It doesn't meet the new building code. Technically, it's illegal.
No insurance discounts are offered if you use plywood shutters.
If not secured properly, they can become dangerous flying objects. Installation is very time-consuming and difficult. It can't be done alone or when a hurricane is approaching.
Plywood is bulky and deteriorates over time.
It's ineffective in protecting sliding glass doors and big windows.

Don’t get caught with a malfunctioning storm shutter during a hurricane!

When only the best will do, contact Cat 5 Shutters for a professional storm shutters installation in West Palm Beach.