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What You Need to Know About Impact Windows

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Protect your family and home when you replace your traditional windows with impact windows today. Impact windows are strong and durable, and prevent strong winds and intruders from coming into your house.  You’ll also notice energy savings when you replace your windows with impact windows. Impact windows are well insulated and keep the cool air in your home during the hot summer months, and the warmer air in your home during the cooler winter months.  Learn everything you need to know about impact windows here.  Impact-resistant windows are made up of heavy-duty frames and impact-resistant laminated glass. A special silicone glazing process is used to keep the glass from breaking away from the frame. The impact-resistant glass is made up of two panes of glass bonded together with a special interlayer of clear polyvinyl butyral.  Impact windows are similar to car windshields, except they’re three times stronger. Because of the two bonded panes and special interlayer, ...

Non- Impact Windows

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If you’re looking for an energy-efficient, stylish, and simple window option for your home, non-impact windows are a great option for you to consider. At HPA Windows , we offer DuraShield V Non-Impact windows, which are made for non-windborne areas but can have a state-approved shield to protect from conditions such as hurricanes. DuraShield windows have one layer of glass, instead of the standard 2 or 3, but can still offer the protection, clarity, and energy efficiency that other windows may have. Some of the best features of these windows are:  Meets Energy Star Standards Double Strength-Glass Standard Insulated Glass Energy Efficient and High Thermal Performance Clear, Condensation-Free Windows Durability and Resistance Against Various Weather Conditions Heavy-Duty Weather Stripping at All Points to Protect Against Weather  DuraShield Hurricane Shields offer hurricane protection against all your windows and can be easily installed before a hurricane, and removed when a s...

How Do It Know If I Need to Replace My Windows?

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HPA Windows   Home improvement projects can be time-consuming and costly, and some projects are simply more enjoyable than others. Staining a deck or updating the landscaping seems more fun that replacing your home’s windows. It’s easy to avoid upgrading your windows until absolutely necessary, but it’s an essential home improvement that will increase your home’s functionality and security and give your peace of mind.  When is the right time to replace your windows? Here are five tell-tale signs that your windows need replacing: Increase in outside noise. If you’re clearly hearing sounds of the outdoors or a busy neighborhood, your windows aren’t providing your home with proper noise protection. This could be a result of older windows, or that your windows weren’t sealed properly or were poorly made. The newer, insulated double- and triple-paned glass windows can decrease outside noise.  Feeling drafty. If you feel a draft from your windows, even when they’re closed, it...