Energy Efficiency Benefits for Florida Homes
Advanced Thermal Performance: Intense heat and humidity create significant cooling challenges. Our Impact Glass Technology⢠incorporates Low-E coatings and advanced spacer systems that dramatically reduce heat transfer. This means your air conditioning works less to maintain comfortable temperatures, resulting in lower energy bills throughout Floridaâs extended cooling season.
Insurance Savings and Wind Mitigation
Installing new doors qualifies you for wind mitigation discounts on your homeownerâs insurance. Following recent major hurricanes, insurance companies are offering significant premium reductions for homes with proper protection. These savings often help offset your investment over time.
Enhanced Security and Privacy
Beyond hurricane protection, top quality doors provide year-round security benefits. The laminated glass construction makes forced entry extremely difficult, while optional privacy features give you control over your homeâs visibility from outdoor spaces.
Every home has unique requirements. We offer custom sizing, frame colors, and hardware options to complement your homeâs architecture while providing maximum protection.
Hurricane-Rated Sliding Glass Doors for Lanai and Patio
Impact sliding and swinging doors seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor living spaces while providing maximum storm protection. These doors feature precision-grade materials that withstand hurricane-force winds and flying debris. Perfect for lanai access, pool areas, and main living spaces, they offer smooth operation and energy efficiency that reduces cooling costs during Floridaâs intense summer months.
- Energy-efficient Low E and Solar Cool Glass Coatings.
- Custom sizing for any opening
- Salt-air resistant frames
- Smooth sliding and opening operation even in high humidity
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Lanai Impact Door Solutions in Southwest, Florida
We specialize in the expert design, installation of lanai impact doors for your home or condo in Naples, Marco Island and Bonita Springs. These solutions are perfect for transforming a covered lanai into an expanded living space, enhancing both comfort and functionality.
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Laminated Impact vs Insulated Impact Glass
When you select hurricane impact glass, you choose between two primary technologies: laminated impact glass and insulated impact glass. First, laminated impact glass combines multiple layers of glass with a strong interlayer (typically PVB or SGP) that keeps the glass intact when shattered. As a result, this technology delivers excellent hurricane protection and security while meeting Florida’s stringent building codes.
In contrast, insulated impact glass merges the protective benefits of laminated glass with enhanced energy efficiency. Specifically, dual-pane construction and insulating gas fills make this option ideal for Southwest Florida’s intense heat and humidity. While laminated impact glass provides superior storm protection at a lower cost, however, insulated impact glass delivers both hurricane resistance and significant energy savings that cut cooling costs during Naples’ long summer months.
Hurricane Protection Features
Extreme Wind Resistance
Tested: to withstand winds exceeding 200 mph, our impact glass doors meet and exceed Florida Building Code requirements for high-velocity hurricane zones. This level of protection proved crucial during recent storms like Hurricane Ian, when many Naples homes with proper impact protection avoided catastrophic damage while neighboring properties suffered significant losses.
Debris Impact Protection:
Southwest Florida hurricanes generate dangerous projectiles from roof tiles, tree branches, and outdoor furniture. Our Impact Glass Technology⢠is tested against large missile impacts, including 9-pound 2Ă4 lumber traveling at 50 feet per secondâthe standard for extreme hurricane conditions in Collier County.
Warranty Protection. We stand behind our work with industry-leading warranties on both materials and installation. Our A+ BBB rating reflects our commitment to customer satisfaction and long-term performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What impact glass ratings are required in Naples, FL?
Naples is located in Floridaâs High Velocity Hurricane Zone, which requires impact-resistant windows and doors to meet strict building code standards. Our products exceed these requirements, providing protection against winds over 200 mph and large missile impacts. All our installations meet Florida Building Code and Collier County requirements.
Do impact doors reduce insurance costs in Marco Island, Florida?
Yes, installing impact doors qualifies you for wind mitigation discounts on your homeowner’s insurance. Following recent hurricanes like Ian, Helene, Irma, and Idalia, insurance companies are offering significant premium reductions for homes with proper storm protection. These savings often help offset your investment over time.
How long does impact door installation take?
Most impact door installations are completed within one day, depending on the number of doors and any custom modifications needed. The manufacturing process typically takes 6-8 weeks, and we coordinate all permits and inspections to ensure smooth project completion without delays.
Are permits required for window and door installation in Collier County, FL?
Yes, permits are typically required for impact door installations in Collier County. As licensed contractors (Florida #SCC131153716, Collier County #CC31377), we handle all permitting requirements, inspections, and documentation needed for your project and insurance claims.
Can impact doors withstand salt air and coastal conditions?
Absolutely. Our impact doors use materials specifically chosen for Southwest Florida’s coastal environment. The frames resist corrosion from salt air, and the Impact Glass Technology⢠maintains clarity and performance despite constant exposure to humidity, UV rays, and coastal weather conditions.
Do you offer financing for projects?
Yes, we provide flexible financing options through HFS Financial with quick approval and competitive rates. Many homeowners find that the combination of energy savings and insurance discounts helps offset monthly payments, making impact doors an affordable investment in protection.