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Choosing the Right Hurricane Protection

As many people from the Sunshine State can attest, living in Florida can often mean dealing with storms and hurricanes. In fact, every one of Florida’s coastlines has seen at least one hurricane since 1850. You’ve probably heard warnings on the news to evacuate and protect yourself, but what about protecting your second most valuable asset: your home? 

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Why Metal Hurricane Panels Aren't Advised in Southwest Florida: A Letter from Brian

Dear Clients,

As Co-Owner and head of the Hurricane Department here at Naples Shutter, I've had the unfortunate opportunity to see the devastation of what having improper hurricane protection can do to a home. From broken windows, roof lift-off and other catastrophic destruction, having the wrong type of hurricane protection can mean the difference between little to no damage and a complete loss of a property. That's why I wanted to take a moment to touch upon a hot topic here...metal panels. Here's why metal hurricane panels aren't advised in Southwest Florida.

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Hurricane Preparedness: Your Checklist When a Hurricane is on the Way

We deal with hurricane season every year. From June 1st through November 30th, Southwest Florida residents get prepared for any inclement weather that may or may not happen. And although a devastating storm may not have hit us in the past couple of years, it doesn't mean that we can expect the same this year. After all, it IS 2020! Anything can and will happen, right? We're certainly hoping that Southwest Florida will remain safe from any catastrophes, but we can't control the weather. What we can control is how we assist our community in getting prepared if a storm's arrival is imminent.

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Atlantic vs. Pacific Hurricanes: What's the Difference?

As you tune into any weather update this time of the year, chances are you'll be hearing quite a bit about hurricanes. Devastation, loss and catastrophic damage normally accompany a hurricane, and during the warm summer months, they tend to run rampant in certain parts of the globe. Now, we may only think of Hurricane Season occurring in the Atlantic Ocean; however, Pacific hurricanes also occur, and are much like their Atlantic counterparts. So, when it comes to Atlantic vs. Pacific hurricanes, what's the difference?

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Hurricane Season 2018: What You Should Know

Weather forecasters are calling for an above average hurricane season this year. With three major hurricanes hitting the U.S. last year, Harvey, Irma and Maria, it seems as though this year we can expect just as many if not more hurricanes to make landfall. According to Colorado State University, this hurricane season will bring 14 named storms. Seven are expected to become hurricanes while three are expected to be major hurricanes. The chances of a hurricane making landfall this year is over 60% which is well above the average of 52%. Keep reading to learn how you can help prepare your family and your home. 

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Hurricane Protection for Lanais

Hurricane season is quickly approaching. Here at Naples Shutter, we want your family and your home to be as safe and protected as possible. Weather forecasters have predicted that this hurricane season is going to bring some major storms, and we all know that the path of a predicted hurricane can change overnight. But whether a hurricane is near or far, it’s better to expect the unexpected and be as prepared as possible. Let’s talk about some hurricane protection options for your lanai.

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