The Truth About Impact Windows: Are They Worth It in Florida?
Joe Underwood • June 22, 2025
Spoiler alert: If you live where palm trees sway sideways during storms—yes, they are.
If you've lived in Florida long enough, you know the drill: buy water, fill the gas tank, find the batteries, and board up the windows. It’s practically a summer tradition—right up there with sweating through your shirt by 9 AM.
But what if we told you that you could skip the plywood, sleep through the storm, and protect your home with windows that are just as strong as they are sleek?
Enter: impact-rated windows.
At Windoor Retro Professionals, we get asked all the time—“Are impact windows really worth it?”
And as contractors, homeowners, and occasional amateur meteorologists, we’re here to say: absolutely.
What Are Impact Windows, Really?
Impact windows aren’t just your average glass panes with a fancy label. These are high-performance, multi-layered systems designed to:
- Resist flying debris during storms
- Stay intact during high winds and pressure shifts
- Increase energy efficiency
- Boost security from break-ins
- And yes, lower your insurance premiums
They’re basically the armored truck of the window world—but prettier.
Built for Florida, Tested by Hurricanes
Impact windows are specifically engineered for places like South and Central Florida, where high-velocity hurricane zones (HVHZ) demand more than a regular window can handle.
We install impact-rated windows from top brands like PGT, CWS by Pella, Eastern Architectural Systems, and Viwinco—each tested to withstand wind speeds over 185 mph
and sudden pressure changes that could blow out less secure windows.
Bonus: they block a ton of noise too. So, say goodbye to your neighbor’s 6AM lawnmower.
Energy Savings That Add Up
Besides keeping storms out, impact windows keep heat out, too. With Low-E coatings, argon gas fills, and thermal insulation, these windows reduce energy loss and help lower your utility bill—especially during Florida’s 9-month summer.
It’s like giving your A/C a break (finally).
Insurance Discounts? Yes, Please.
Many Florida insurers offer homeowner discounts
for properties with verified impact protection. That means you could save hundreds per year
just by making a one-time investment in your windows.
Be sure to check with your provider—because your new windows might pay for themselves over time.
Long-Term Value, Short-Term Peace of Mind
Let’s not forget about resale value. Homebuyers love to see impact windows already installed. It tells them you cared about your home’s safety, energy efficiency, and longevity.
And more importantly: it’s one less thing for them to worry about.
Ready to Upgrade? We’ve Got You Covered
Whether you’re in Ocala, Orlando, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Miami,
or anywhere in Florida’s “cone of concern,” Windoor Retro Professionals
is your trusted partner for impact-rated window installation.
We handle permits, code compliance, product selection, and expert installation—all while treating your home like it’s our own.
No shortcuts. No storm drama. Just safe, strong, stunning windows.
Schedule your free quote today
and see why Florida homeowners are making the switch to impact protection—before the next storm season hits.
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