Choosing a door can be a daunting task, whether you are deciding to build a new home, renovate the one you have, or are remodeling any type of structure, the installation of any product is essential! Did you know that the first line of defense to your home is a door? It sounds simple but when you think about it, living in a hurricane prone area such as Florida, a hurricane penetrates your home through either windows or doors. Your door is your first protection against entry into your home and that is why either for security purposes or protecting your home against weather damage, selecting the right type of door for your home is essential.

Hurricane doors are so well built that they provide a noise reduction and creates a barrier from unwanted outdoor sounds. They go through extrusions testing to make sure that when a hurricane impacts your door withstands wind and rain and debris up to 130 mph.

Taking the proper time to select the right type of door for your home might take a bit of research on your part but will save time and expense down the road.

Most hurricane doors come with warranties to protect your investment over time. When damage occurs the homeowner can simply get the door replaced or fixed at no cost.

Hurricane doors not only will stop the wind but will also protect your home against theft or burglary. Hurricane impact doors are the strongest doors on the market today.

Impact doors are constructed by the combination of heavy - duty frames and impact-resistant laminated glass and silicone glazing process to keep the glass from breaking away from its frame.

The average cost of a good quality impact door is around $1,900. While this may sound expensive you need to ask yourself what is the price for my family and home's safety? Impact doors have saved many lives and are simply a very smart investment for anyone living in a hurricane-prone area such as Florida.

Fiberglass Impact Doors

The beauty of a fiberglass door is beyond compare. They come in the variety of wood grain textures such as mahogany, oak, cherry, fir as well as a huge selection of stains and colors. Fiberglass doors also come in a wide arrange of window glass which not only is decorative but also improves the homes curb appeal.

Unlike wood doors, fiberglass doors will stand the test of time and will not crack, warp, shrink, this makes a fiberglass doors ideal for hurricane weather due to the fact that they will stand the forces that mother nature throws her way. Most fiberglass doors come with long warranties, some even lifetime.

With its low maintenance, energy efficient and sound structure, Fiberglass doors not only provide the look and feel of comfort but also security and protection.

Finding The Right Contractor

Finding the right contractor to install your hurricane impact doors is important. If the contractor does not know what they are doing, then the impact door will not work as it was designed to do. Finding the right contractor comes down to having to do a bit of research, checking references, and making sure the contractor is Licenced and Insured. Also, make sure that the contractor is local to the area. A contractor who is local will often be able to showcase work he has done in the past within the area you live in.

Whatever door you choose for your home contact us today, we are happy to help you with any questions you might have.