Every hurricane season, Florida homeowners must decide how to protect their windows. Many consider plywood because it feels cheap and fast. However, plywood cannot match the safety, strength, and reliability of engineered storm shutters. Shutters are tested, code-approved, and designed to protect homes during severe hurricanes. Plywood works only in limited situations and can fail when it matters most.
Storm shutters are built to withstand extreme wind pressure and flying debris during Category 3 storms and higher. They go through strict testing to meet Florida Building Code requirements. These include Miami-Dade and ASTM standards that prove shutters perform under impact. Plywood is allowed only in narrow temporary cases and often does not meet the proper thickness or fastening guidelines. It is not approved for high-velocity zones, and it does not protect large window openings.
Shutters also provide convenience. Accordion and roll-down models deploy in minutes without ladders or power tools. They stay installed year-round and remove the stress of last-minute plywood cutting and drilling. When time is tight before a storm, quick protection matters.
Storm shutters offer long-term financial value. They can last decades, resist rot and warping, and improve a home’s appearance. Many Florida insurance companies offer discounts for houses protected with shutters because they are recognized as true hurricane barriers. Plywood does not qualify for savings and can harm curb appeal. Shutters also help block wind-driven rain, reducing the risk of water leaks and mold.
Brevard Shutters provides a range of protection options. These include aluminum and steel panels, clear Lexan panels, hurricane screens, roll-up shutters, and accordion, colonial, and Bahama styles. They also work with Tripod Aluminum to install screen enclosures that stand up to Florida weather. Each product is designed for coastal conditions and gives homeowners reliable protection.
Brevard Shutters has served the Space Coast for decades. Their installations meet or exceed Florida Building Code and Miami-Dade standards. They focus on quality workmanship and customer care because families deserve confidence before and during a storm.
