Knowing the reasons behind customers’ desire to replace their windows and doors, HPW Windows & Doors utilizes its experience and product knowledge to offer accurate answers to their customers’ questions. The company can help with product details, including Florida Building Code (FBC) requirements, product warranty coverage and installation details. Its goal is simple: provide each customer with a pleasant buying experience that starts when they enter the showroom and continues for many years as they enjoy the benefits of their new windows and doors.
CONVENTIONAL VS. IMPACT-RATED A major decision that requires careful thought is whether to replace windows and doors with conventional units or impact-rated units. If homeowners choose to replace 25 percent or more of the windows in their home with conventional glass, they will be required by FBC to protect their home with some form of storm protection, such as panels or shutters. If the homeowner already has storm protection, then choosing conventional glass may be a wise financial decision. But those without any storm protection should strongly consider impact-rated windows and doors, as the combined cost of conventional windows and doors plus storm protection may exceed the cost of impact-rated windows and doors. Either way, homeowners can expect the following benefits depending on the product rating:
BENEFIT
High thermal efficiency. Reduces air-conditioning costs up to 50 percent
Eliminates condensation on interior of windows and doors
Increases curb appeal of home or business
Maintains consistent temperatures throughout home or business
Reduces “noise pollution” inside of home or business
Nearly eliminates all UV light (98 percent) and subsequent fading issues
Satisfies storm-protection requirements
Meets Florida Building Code (FBC) requirements
Meets High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requirements
Satisfies home insurer requirements for insurance discount
Meets criteria for $1,500 federal tax credit program
Provides personal protection (security)
CONVENTIONAL Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes No No Yes No No Yes No
IMPACT Yes+
Yes Yes Yes Yes++ Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Plus signs indicate the basic requirement to achieve the benefit is exceeded.
Submitted by Hurricane Product Warehouse, 807 East Hibiscus Boulevard, Melbourne. (321) 321-733-2116.
www.thehpw.com
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SELECTING A COMPANY Price versus value is always high on the list when determining who to select for a window and door replacement project, but there are other factors to also seriously consider. The installation of windows and doors is extremely important and homeowners should only seek experienced tradesman who are direct employees of a reputable company. The materials used, such as caulk and fasteners, should only be the best available in order to survive the harsh Florida environment. Warranties vary greatly between window and door manufacturers, but it’s important to receive a lifetime warranty on new windows, and a minimum of 25 years on new doors. At HPW Windows & Doors, the company gauges the performance of its window and door suppliers by how well they handle product issues -- the true test of any business.
Over the years, HPW Windows & Doors has recognized the biggest concern that its customers have is the unknown with respect to how their window and door replacement project will impact their lives and homes during the installation process. By communicating with customers about the entire process, HPW Windows & Doors has been successful in dispelling those concerns. As with any business, the reputation of HPW Windows & Doors is everything, and the company works extremely hard to provide its customers with a pleasant experience.
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