Impact Windows & Doors in Orlando, FL

Why Central Florida owners choose impact glass

Orlando is inland, so storm surge is not the main concern. Wind, falling limbs and flying debris are. Central Florida has seen storms track across the middle of the state, and many owners here want protection for their windows and doors even when it is not strictly required for their address.

Impact glass has everyday benefits too. It adds security because the laminated glass is hard to break through, it reduces road, airport and neighborhood noise, and it can improve comfort when paired with the right glass package. For many owners, the real draw is not having to install shutters or board up before a storm.

What the code means for an inland address

Orlando and Orange County are not in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. Whether opening protection is required depends on the design wind speed and the wind-borne debris region mapping for your specific address, and many inland areas are outside the debris region. Rules can also differ between new construction, additions and replacement of existing windows. We will confirm what applies to your address.

Whatever the rule says, products must carry the appropriate Florida Product Approval when they are used for code compliance, and installation has to follow that approval. Permits for window and door replacement come from the local building department, such as the City of Orlando or Orange County, depending on where the property sits. We will explain the permit and inspection steps for your property. See our permit and installation guide.

Orlando homes, HOAs and options

Housing includes established neighborhoods near downtown, newer master-planned communities, townhomes and condos, and large subdivisions in surrounding suburbs. Most newer subdivisions have an HOA, and many require approval for exterior changes such as window color and style. Ask for the application and approved options before you place an order.

Many Central Florida homes have a lanai with sliders or French doors, a two-story entry, or a large bay or picture window. Our impact windows and impact doors come in styles to suit these openings. If you are comparing impact glass with shutters, read impact windows vs. hurricane shutters.

Central Florida's weather is more than hurricanes. Thunderstorms with strong gusts and heavy rain are common through the summer, and a tight, well-installed window helps with water intrusion and drafts as well. Laminated impact glass also helps keep the sound of traffic down for homes close to busy roads.

Insurance credits for opening protection may be available through a wind-mitigation inspection depending on the insurer; ask your agent. If you are in the Orlando area, call to talk through scheduling. When you call, have your address, the number of openings and any HOA requirements handy, and we can tell you what information we still need for a clear estimate. See also what affects impact window cost in South Florida.

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