Weather Shield Windows and Doors has been installing doors and windows in the Medford, Wisconsin area since its establishment in 1955. A family-owned business, Weather Shield Windows and Doors provides customers with a diverse menu of services and products, including hurricane impact windows.
Hurricane impact windows are different from other styles because they are designed to protect against hurricane-strength winds and contain layer of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) between the layers of glass to keep the window intact and to prevent it from shattering into shards if the window is broken.
Impact windows offer homeowners additional benefits beyond protection during a hurricane. One of the extra benefits of impact windows is they are also energy efficient. The laminated glass is made of Low-E coatings, which can contribute to reducing the amount of energy used year-round. Another benefit is that these windows can offer protection against break-ins and environmental noise. Because they don’t shatter as easily as normal windows, they are far more difficult to break into. The extra insulation also is a barrier to any outside noise. Finally, hurricane impact windows can also help homeowners reduce their insurance premium costs. Some insurance companies will lower their rates if the home is outfitted with impact windows.
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