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Hurricane Impact Windows across South Florida

Permanent storm protection that also cuts your energy bills, quiets your home, and can qualify you for insurance credits — installed to code and permitted across Miami-Dade, Broward & Palm Beach.

Impact windows are a laminated-glass system engineered to survive a hurricane's flying debris and pressure without breaching — keeping wind and water out even when the glass cracks. Because we're a licensed Florida General Contractor, we don't just drop in windows: we confirm the right product approval for your county, spec the design pressure to your exposure, pull the permit, and hand you the documentation your inspector and insurer will want.

Why homeowners choose them

Six reasons impact windows pay off

Storm protection

Rated to survive the large-missile test, so a breached opening never lets wind pressurize your home.

Insurance credits

Can qualify your home for wind-mitigation premium credits. We supply the OIR-1802 documentation; your carrier confirms the amount.

Energy savings

Low-E, insulated laminated glass reduces heat gain and eases the load on your AC year-round.

24/7 security

The same laminated interlayer that stops debris makes forced entry far harder than ordinary glass.

Noise reduction

Laminated glass dampens street, aircraft, and neighborhood noise noticeably.

UV protection

Blocks the vast majority of UV, protecting floors, furniture, and artwork from fading.

No more shutters. Impact windows are permanent protection — nothing to put up before a storm or take down after. That convenience is why most South Florida homeowners choose them over panels.

Styles we install

The right window for every opening

Single-Hung

The South Florida standard — bottom sash slides up. Clean, cost-effective, widely available in impact ratings.

Horizontal Roller

Sashes glide side to side — ideal for wide openings and easy operation.

Casement

Crank-out sash for maximum ventilation and a tight weather seal — great for kitchens and hard-to-reach spots.

Awning

Hinged at the top; opens outward to let air in even during light rain.

Picture / Fixed

Non-operating for unobstructed views and the highest design-pressure ratings.

Architectural & Custom

Arches, geometrics, and made-to-measure shapes to match any elevation.

Compliance, done right

The approval depends on your county

This is where a lot of companies get it wrong. In the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone — Miami-Dade and Broward — your windows need a Miami-Dade NOA (or an HVHZ-rated Florida Product Approval). In Palm Beach, which is a Wind-Borne Debris Region and not HVHZ, the correct standard is a Florida Product Approval (FL#) rated for your design pressure. We match the product to your address and document it at permitting.

The 25% rule: replacing more than 25% of your home's glazed opening area within 12 months triggers a code requirement to bring all replacements up to impact standard — which often makes a whole-home project the smarter move. See how the codes work →

Brands we install

Premium manufacturers — we're the installer, not the factory

We install the impact windows homeowners trust, and we'll help you pick the line that fits your exposure and budget:

Make it affordable

Financing, the grant & insurance credits

You may not have to pay for this all at once — or entirely out of pocket. PACE financing can cover 100% with no money down; the My Safe Florida Home grant can fund a large share of a qualifying project; and documented impact windows can qualify you for wind-mitigation insurance credits. We'll map out which apply to you during your free assessment.

Common questions

Impact window FAQ

Do impact windows really lower my insurance?

They can. Properly documented impact windows may qualify your home for wind-mitigation credits on the windstorm portion of your policy. The exact savings depend on your carrier, policy, and home — we provide the wind-mitigation (OIR-1802) documentation, and your insurer confirms your figure. We never promise a specific number.

How much do impact windows cost?

It varies with the number and size of openings, the window styles, the brand, and the design pressure your exposure requires — a beachfront home needs higher-rated (and pricier) units than an inland one. That's why we quote after a free assessment rather than guessing. We'll also show you financing and grant options that change the out-of-pocket math.

Impact windows or hurricane shutters?

Shutters cost less upfront but have to be put up before every storm and taken down after, and they don't add energy, noise, or UV benefits. Impact windows are permanent, always protecting, and typically qualify for better insurance credits. For most homeowners planning to stay in the home, impact windows win over time.

Do I need a permit — and what approval applies to me?

Yes, impact window installation requires a permit, and we pull it. The product approval depends on your county: a Miami-Dade NOA in Miami-Dade and Broward (the HVHZ), or a Florida Product Approval in Palm Beach. We verify the current, active approval and document it for inspection.

How long does installation take?

Most homes are installed in one to a few days once your windows are manufactured, depending on the number of openings. Manufacturing lead time varies by brand and season; we give you a realistic timeline with your quote.

Get your free impact window assessment

We'll confirm your county's requirement, measure your openings, spec the right design pressure, and show you financing, grant, and insurance options — no obligation.

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Impact windows can qualify a home for wind-mitigation insurance credits; actual amounts vary by carrier and policy — confirm with your insurer. Product approvals expire and requirements vary by county; we verify the current, active approval and governing local requirement for every job at permitting. Tri County Impact Glass LLC is the installer, not a manufacturer.