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Insurance Premium Discounts?
Most insurance companies acknowledge impact windows and doors for insurance discounts.
If your home's openings are protected by impact windows and doors, you can be eligible for premium discounts. Feel free to contact your insurance company and speak to your insurance agent about what discounts they offer. Also, keep in mind that the Florida statute 627.0629 for residential properties, requires all insurance companies to provide homeowners with insurance discounts if their homes are protected against windstorms, effectively.
What Are Impact Windows & Doors?
Impact windows and doors consist of heavy-duty frames and impact resistant laminated glass. Laminated glass is made with a PVB interlayer, enclosed between two layers of glass, which provides strong binding, durable adhesion, and maximum clarity.
How To Be Sure Your Products Are Impact Resistant?
The Notice of Acceptance (NOA) issued by the Miami-Dade County certifies a product as impact resistant. This certification also includes a label for the product that informs how long the certification will last. The NOA also includes information on accessories, dimensions, parts, materials, and installation guidelines for a variety of products. You can download copies of the NOAs directly from our website provided by Miami-Dade County.
Difference Between Small Missile And Large Missile Impact Products?
Large missile and small missile are testing protocols for impact resistant products. When a product is large missile, the product has been subjected to a sequence of blows with a piece of lumber weighing 9 lbs., measuring 2″ x 4″ x 6′ and traveling at a speed of 34 mph. When a product is small missile , the product has been subjected to 10 ball bearings traveling at 50 mph. Impact resistant windows and doors that need to be placed at a location of no more than 30 ft above ground must pass the large missile impact testing. Although, products that will be placed at a location exceeding 30 ft above ground must pass either large or small missile impact testing.
Do Replacement Windows And Doors Pay For Themselves Over Time?
Replacement windows do pay for themselves. Savings vary from home to home, but impact windows and doors are very energy efficient and help lower a home’s energy consumption over time, your energy and maintenance savings will match your investment.
What Make Impact Windows And Doors Energy Efficient ?
Several elements, such as frames and sashes, the type of impact glass used, the quality of weather stripping, and type of low-emission coating on the impact glass. Installing impact-resistant products can lower your utility bill. At Impact Pro Windows and Doors we can help you choose the correct glass combination to achieve maximum energy savings.
Does Impact Resistant Glass Provide UV Protection?
Impact resistant glass acts as a sun barrier to protect from UV (ultraviolet) light while allowing natural lighting into your home. Our products help keep the interior of your home, valuable furniture, and decorations that otherwise would be subjected to discoloration. This is an important benefit for Florida residents who experience beautiful sunshine nearly all year round.
Why Should I Replace My Windows And/Or Doors ?
New impact-resistant windows and doors, will lower utility bills and protect your home against impacts. New windows and doors in addition to lower bills & protection, add to your property’s value and hurricane windows can help you qualify for insurance premium discounts.
Can Impact Windows And/Or Doors Reduce Exterior Noise?
Impact resistant glass helps eliminate exterior noises significantly. Our products provide up to 35% noise reduction. Our products are an efficient solution if you live near a busy intersection or the noise from your neighbor’s home disturbs the tranquility of your home.
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