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Hurricane Protection We o er a wide variety of hurricane protection for your home. Hurricane Fabric, Aluminum Hurricane Panels, Bahama Shutters, Roll Down Shutters and Accordions. Any of these products will give you the piece of mind that you need during hurricane season. Y es, it’s that time again! Summer and Hurricane Season in Florida. We are likely to face hurricanes, as well as tropical storms with high winds and large amounts of rain. One of the best investments you can make is to have hurricane shutters installed on your windows. They are essential protection for your home, yourself and your family. Also, having hurricane shutters may qualify you to receive reductions on your insurance premiums, and will greatly reduce chances of damage to your home. The diagram (Fig. 1) shows how easily a window cracked or broken by flying debris, can cause massive destruction and even the collapse of your home. During severe thunderstorms or hurricanes, homes may be damaged or destroyed by high winds. Debris flying through the air can break windows and doors, allowing high winds inside your home. If even one window or door is compromised, wind can increase the uplift forces on the roof and literally blast it off of your house! There are plenty of different styles of hurricane shutters available to fit both cost and aesthetic needs for all homeowners. For the best quality protection, you’ll want to look for impact-resistant ratings and test standards. Here are some of the different types of hurricane shutters available: Rolling Shutters They simply roll up when the weather is nice and roll down when a storm is expected. They can also provide your home with additional insulation and privacy without sacrificing aesthetics. Bahama Shutters These are easy to extend the arms and open up the shutter during nice weather and they also provide shade. They are called Bahama or Bermuda shutters, because of their popularity in tropical areas. Accordion Shutters These hurricane shutters are manually unfolded accordion-style and then locked into place. Accordion shutters are usually more affordable than ones that roll up and down. They’re also great for large windows or sliding doors. Protect your home and family (Fig. 1) Hurricane Panels If you don’t have time to have permanent shutters installed before a storm hits, then these temporary storm panels are your best bet. You may also need to purchase additional hardware to mount them. These are some of the most affordable and easiest ways to protect your windows, your home and your family. With hurricane shutters, you will be much less likely to have wind and water damage in your home, and when a storm strikes, you’ll be ready! Since 1988, Osceola Window & Door has been providing the Central Florida area with premium services that include Windows, Doors, Hurricane Protections and repairs. Osceola Window & Door was founded by Joe & Nancy Bateman and has since been passed onto their son, Matthew Bateman, 30 years later. Keeping business small, local, knowledgeable, fast, a ordable and reliable are our goals we strive for everyday. Whether its residential or commercial, we will be able to provide you with all of your window and door needs. From repairing parts to replacing the windows and doors in your house with more secure and energy e cient products, our company will help walk you through the entire process. We believe in doing the job right the rst time and with the best products. That’s why we use premium brands such as CWS, Simonton, PGT, PlastPro, Thermatru, ODL & Eyewall Armor. Any of these trusted products will add a beautiful upgrade to any home. Call For Your Free Estimate 407-957-5959 www.osceolawindow.com 2090 Old Hickory Tree Rd., Unit 101, St. Cloud, FL 34769 Protect and style it with quality, energy saving windows and doors. WE ALSO DO REPAIRS 060823.ONG Make hurricane prote ction easy! PAIDADVERTISEMENT