Beat the Heat | Save Money on AC with Impact Windows and Doors

In the heat of a Florida summer, the quality of your window glass matters more than you might realize. Studies have found that standard glass windows are responsible for up to 30% of heat loss in homes. Normal window glass conveys temperature well. That's great for cooking pans. But, bad for windows when your goal is to keep your home cool without losing the precious cold created by your AC. When your windows let the heat in, your AC has to work harder, and your energy bills go up. The answer is in your window glass. Did you know that impact windows have an innovative pane design that reduces heat transfer so you can stay cool and enjoy lower energy bills every summer?

Why Impact Windows and Doors Are More Energy-Efficient

Why doesn't impact glass shatter? The unique way that impact window and door panes are built gives them extra strength, flexibility, and resistance to damage. This special design also makes them better insulators, as well!

The 3-Layer System

Impact glass is made with three layers, two panes of dense glass sealed together by a sheet of advanced polymer. The dense glass is difficult to break and each pane reinforces the other. The polymer makes the panes more resistant to cracking, and the ability to flex a small amount without shattering.

This 3-layer system is what makes impact windows and doors so strong. But, it also helps to keep your AC in and the summer heat out.

Impact Glass Insulation

With two thick layers of glass and temperature-resistant polymer in the center, impact windows and doors have a much higher R-value (insulation) compared to normal glass. Temperature doesn't pass easily through the triple-layer panes. This means cold stays in and heat stays out during a hot Florida summer. This means your AC doesn't need to work against heat penetration at the windows. You can also spend less on power bills for cooling.

Blocks UV Rays

As a bonus, the polymer layer improves the UV ray protection provided by impact windows and doors. With fewer UV rays, you can enjoy safe sunshine indoors and less damage to interior surfaces and furniture in a sunny room.

Impact Window and Door Advantages

Everyone knows the primary reason to install impact windows and doors is for protection against hurricanes and everything else. But not everyone knows about the extra advantages of impact glass protecting your home.

Better insulation is just the tip of the iceberg. Impact glass also improves your home's noise protection, home security, and potential home value.

Hurricane Protection

Impact glass is designed to flex without shattering in the face of high-speed winds and flying debris during hurricane season. It has become the recommended choice for windows and doors of all Florida homes and is required by building codes in the highest-risk areas. Because hurricanes sweep the entire Florida peninsula during the summer months when tropical storms are most active, every Florida home is better protected with impact windows and doors.

Noise Reduction

Two panes of glass sealed with laminate aren't just strong and insulating. The 3-layer system also reduces noise transmission. So you can enjoy peace from outdoor sounds and more sound privacy inside your home.

Home Security

Glass designed to resist hurricanes is also strong against unwanted visitors. Home intruders will find the way blocked first by two panes of strong glass, and then shards held in place by the laminate membrane, making your home safer with every layer.

Home Value

Upgrading your windows and doors is an opportunity to boost your curb appeal with an aesthetic upgrade, while stronger windows can increase your inherent home value on the hot Florida real estate market.

Made in Florida

Our impact windows and doors are expertly crafted in Fort Myers, Florida. They are designed and built by people who live and work in Florida and have a personal understanding of the Florida climate. We know that when it comes to day-to-day value, a high insulation rating during the summer heat is just as important as the strength to resist hurricane forces when storms blow through.

Upgrade Your Home and Reduce Your AC Costs

When the time comes for a home upgrade that will provide an endless return in value, impact windows and doors are the ideal choice. Not only are you investing in storm protection, but you can also see a notable reduction in cooling costs during the hot Florida summers when power bills are at their peak.

We pair insulation with strength here at ARMORVUE Window and Door. You can rely on our 125+ years of combined experience, our A+ rating on BBB, and our lifetime transferable warranty on all products. Contact us today to schedule an in-person estimate or a showroom appointment for a free, no-obligation consultation and estimate.