Roll Down Hurricane Shutters
These hurricane shutters attach above the window. They roll up and down, stored in an enclosed box when not in use. They are lowered either manually by a hand crank or automatically by push button, and lock in place for storm protection.
Open Roll Down / Up Hurricane Shutters
Available in White, Ivory Beige and Bronze. Average storm preparation time: Minimal; probably the easiest hurricane shutter to operate.
Pros
- Are permanently affixed above the windows
- Don’t require any extra storage space
- Can easily be made storm-ready by one person
- Offers some of the best hurricane protection
- Also make an excellent theft deterrent
- Reduces your Air Conditioning costs
- Lowers noise by up to 70%
Cons
- Most expensive of the popular shutter systems
- Push-button-operated roll / up-down hurricane shutters require a battery backup system so the shutters can be lowered and raised during power outages.
Cat 5 Shutters LLC, the world’s leading producer of hurricane shutters based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Securing the safety of your family, home and business during severe weather with the finest storm protection in Palm Beach County.