Hurricanes are becoming more frequent and intense along the Gulf Coast as water temperatures rise, causing hundreds of billions of dollars in damages. Protecting the windows of your home during a hurricane is critical, and local Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida homeowners living in the Gulf Coast regions are looking to advanced technology to help keep their homes and their families safe.
Preferred Builder Resources works with homeowners (and new home builders) to provide several different options to protect your windows and your home during storms, including Colonial and Bahama shutters as well as Hurricane Fabric’s AstroGuard system, a revolutionary window product that offers full envelope protection of your home during even the strongest storms.
What Is Hurricane Fabric?
Hurricane Fabric is a lightweight yet durable product designed to shield your home from hurricane-force winds, flying debris, and heavy rain. Made from a high-strength, high-tenacity nylon hybrid fabric coated with a UV-resistant resin, it provides robust protection without the bulk or weight of traditional storm shutters or plywood.
Key Features of Hurricane Fabric
- Impact Resistance: Tested to withstand Category 5 level winds and heavy debris impact.
- Lightweight Design: Easy to handle and store compared to metal or wood options.
- Water Resistance: Minimizes water intrusion, protecting the interior of your home.
- Custom Fit: Tailored to fit your windows and openings for maximum coverage.
How Hurricane Fabric Works
The AstroGuard Hurricane Protection system is made up of a few components: the Hurricane Fabric screen, the permanent wall-anchoring system, and the clips that attach the screen.
When a hurricane approaches, your Hurricane Fabric screens are secured over your windows and other vulnerable openings using a series of clips, anchors, and fasteners. This creates a barrier that absorbs and deflects wind pressure and debris impact, preventing damage to your home’s interior.
The Benefits of Professional Hurricane Fabric Installation
While Hurricane Fabric is designed for ease of use, professional installation ensures your home is fully protected when it matters most.
Custom Measurements
Our team takes precise measurements to ensure your Hurricane Fabric fits perfectly over every window and opening.
Expert Installation
We install all fasteners, anchors, and clips with precision, guaranteeing the fabric performs as intended when you need it most.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skip the hassle of a DIY project and let our professionals handle everything.
Peace of Mind
Professional installation ensures your Hurricane Fabric is ready to deploy quickly and securely when severe weather strikes.
Advantages of Hurricane Fabric
Hurricane Fabric offers a host of advantages over traditional storm protection methods:
- Cost-Effective: A more affordable option compared to permanent storm shutters.
- Reusable and Durable: Designed for multiple uses, offering long-term value.
- Easy Storage: Folds compactly, making it simple to store between uses.
- Code Compliant: Meets or exceeds local building codes for hurricane protection.
Bahama and Colonial Shutter Installation
In addition to Hurricane Fabric, Preferred Builder Resources also offers Bahama and Colonial shutters (including impact and non impact models). Both options provide both aesthetic appeal for your home while being mounted on top-quality aluminum extrusions designed for durability and protection of your home during storms.
Best of all, these shutters qualify for insurance savings and are approved by the FORTIFIED program to help protect your home against extreme weather.
Why Protect Your Windows?
Windows are among the most vulnerable points in your home during a hurricane. When wind and debris shatter a window, the resulting pressure can cause roofs to lift, walls to collapse, and water to flood your home. Installing Hurricane Fabric or new Colonial or Bahama shutters helps prevent these scenarios, preserving your home’s integrity and your family’s safety.
Why Choose Preferred Builder Resources?
Preferred Builder Resources is your trusted partner for window protection services. We combine high-quality products with expert installation to deliver peace of mind before, during, and after a storm.
What Sets Us Apart:
Local Expertise
Superior Materials
Skilled Installation
Customer-Centered Approach
Stay safe. Stay prepared. Choose window protection services from Preferred Builder Resources.
Call (251) 361-9571 or contact us online to learn more.
