Protect Your Windows With Storm Shutters

7/23/2018 (Permalink)

When your protection is put into place, you will feel better prepared for future storms and high winds.

In Peoria, AZ, high winds can be a threat to your home. One of the most dangerous risks when storms hit and strong gusts begin are objects being thrown around and crashing through your windows. If this happens, you may need to call a restoration service. However, one line of defense is to invest in storm shutters. These cover your windows with strong materials, stopping objects from breaking the glass. The most common types are listed below from most to least costly.

1. Colonial

Keeping in mind visual appeal, Colonial style is a permanent addition to the windows while also looking decorative. They are priced per window from $200 to $500.

2. Rolling Shutters

This style is called “rolling” due to the fact they unroll across the windows from a box that has been permanently fixed above the window. These tend to be the most sturdy and protective from high winds and are priced per square foot from $20 to $30.

3. Bahama

With the most tropical-sounding name, the Bahama style is best for houses in hot areas with lots of sunlight, as they can work as awnings but then be lowered over the windows to protect them in a storm. These can be priced per square foot at $15 to $20 or per window at $200 to $1,000 each.

4. Accordion

Crimped in the way an accordion is, these shutters are unfolded across the window manually and then locked into place. These are generally sold for $15 to $25 per square foot.

5. Storm Panel

These panels are not permanent and are, instead, stored away until needed. When they are, they are bolted around the window to cover the glass. They are sold from $7 to $15 each.

6. Plywood

At the low price of under $1 per square foot, plywood works well if needed quickly. They may not look good and can be hard to install, but they are more affordable.

Once you’ve made a decision on which storm shutters you would like, you can call an installation service to get exact pricing. Then, when your protection is put into place, you will feel better prepared for future storms and high winds. For more information, visit http://www.SERVPROpeoriawestglendale.com/.