Shutter Care and Screen Maintenance
Storm Protection Products Naples, FL
Discover service intervals, warranty and important upkeep tips for your hurricane shutters and screens.
User Guide for Electric Shutters
Always operate electric shutters and screens away from any person and clear from objects such as furniture. Do follow the recommended service intervals. For information on how to use a manual crank, remote control or switch. Contact Storm Protection of South Florida LLC located in Naples, FL. Call 239-643-4670 or click contact us.
Do not operate a poorly maintained shutter since this may cause damage to the motor and drive components.
3 Second Rule: If your electric shutter fails to operate after 3 seconds of activating a switch or remote stop use right away and contact our service team.
Painting: Always inspect shutters immediately after your home has been painted. Painters frequently push the bottom slat into the housing and out of track and often never insert the slat into the track correctly.
Improper pressure washing may harm the electrical components for hurricane shutters and screens. Stay clear from the motor side.
The best Shutter Services
Best practices for Storm Shutter Maintenance, including service intervals and upkeep tips to prevent damage.
Do hurricane screens need service?
Yes, hurricane screens necessitate regular cleaning of the fabric and periodic tuning of the motors for electric models. Additionally, the expansion and contraction of the screens in relation to the metal components may require thorough inspections and adjustments to ensure optimal functionality and a seamless rolling operation.
Lubrication
Why are my rolling shutters noisy and squeaky?
Insufficient maintenance, including inadequate lubrication or worn slat hangers, can lead to operational issues. Typically, shutters normally emit noise during their operation, particularly when the motor is engaged the roll curtain experiences metal-to-metal contact as it ascends. Any sounds such as squeaking, banging, humming or grinding should be addressed promptly by a qualified storm pro shutter service technician to ensure proper functionality. Rest assured; the solution can be addressed with a simple and cost-effective service call.
Accordion Shutter Maintenance
If your shutters are hard to open and close or do not lock easily, lack of maintenance may be the culprit. Note: an accordion shutter will not fully close with the lock engaged. Always make sure the shutter is unlocked prior placing the center mates together.
Solution: Cleaning and lubrication of accordion shutter bushings, locks and wheels are vital for optimum performance.
Wear and Tear
Are service plans offered for hurricane shutters and screens?
Yes, ensuring that your shutters are finely tuned and well-maintained is essential for safeguarding your investment and ensuring that your products provide reliable service for many years. In Florida, any operable exterior product requires regular maintenance to function optimally. It is advisable to schedule annual service for your shutters, while biannual maintenance may be warranted for those that experience frequent use.
Storm Protection Warranty
Warranty information for Storm Protection of South Florida LLC located in Naples, FL. A strong product warranty that outperforms all others.
Warranty
Electronic Controls: One year warranty. Handheld remote control and receivers.
Storm Protection Warranty
Aluminum Roll Down and Accordion Hurricane Shutters Manufactured by Storm Protection of South Florida LLC. 2007.
Product: 10 Year Shutter Warranty for defective materials. 5 Year Warranty on tubular shutter motors.
Labor: 5-year warranty on aluminum shutter installation defects. High reach fees applied for shutters over 12 feet from ground.
Electronic Controls: One year warranty. Handheld remote control and receivers.
Exclusions: Physical damage, acts of God, neglect, misuse, unapproved cleaning products, overspray by painters, normal wear and tear, lack of or improper maintenance and third-party service companies.
Other Products
Warranty for Hurricane Screens and Motorized Storm Shades.
Polypropylene Fabric Screen: 10-year manufacturer’s product warranty.
Aramid/Kevlar Fabric Screen: 15-year manufacturer’s product warranty.
Labor Warranty for Installation Defects. 5 Years. If your hurricane screens were installed by Storm Protection of South Florida LLC and the sealant and fasteners are found to be defective, we will correct the installation at no cost to you. Installation warranty exclusions: Using harsh and corrosive chemicals, improper maintenance, paint preparation, remodeling/restoration, changes in structural integrity of the building that required product removal and re installation or improper pressure washing that caused the defect and certain labor that the manufacture does not provide.
Warranty for Impact Windows and Doors
Product: Lifetime Manufacturer’s Warranty or Up to 25 years depending on product type.
Labor Warranty for Installation Defects. 5 Years. If your windows were installed by Storm Protection of South Florida LLC and the sealant and fasteners are found to be defective, we will correct the installation at no cost to you. Installation warranty exclusions: Using harsh and corrosive chemicals, improper maintenance, paint preparation, remodeling/restoration, changes in structural integrity of the building that required product removal, improper pressure washing that caused the defect and certain labor that the manufacture does not provide.
Labor for Defective Products: Replacement shall be performed under the manufacturer’s warranty labor terms.