HPA Windows

In Florida, we’re fortunate to have warmer weather year-round, plenty of outdoor activities, and beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico. However, a wonderful coastal lifestyle also brings a greater risk of damaging storms and hurricanes. Even if your home is prepared for inclement weather, being in a hurricane’s path is downright scary. While laying down sandbags and boarding up windows and doors can be effective in preventing damage, a better preventative measure is to upgrade your windows to withstand hurricane-force winds. As you prepare your home for hurricane season, here are some benefits of installing impact windows: Hurricane protection. Impact windows are specifically designed to withstand winds up to 200 MPH as well as wind-borne debris, they provide the best protection against storms. Most of the damage during storms occurs through windows and doors; once either is broken they allow wind, flying debris, and water inside your home - potentially resulting in stru...

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...