If you are a resident of Cape Lookout, North Carolina then you know that your property requires hurricane protection. The memories of Hurricane Irene that made landfall here are still raw with the residents. Winds touching 64 miles per hour blew in from the ocean, this was a category 1 hurricane and it caused huge damage from high velocity winds and precipitation. In fact, the rains that lashed the region touched 14 inches at the maximum.

This brings us to the subject of protection from hurricane damage. Different types of hurricane shutters exist in the market but few offer the ease of use and versatility of roll-down shutters. The biggest plus, as you may know, is that of dual protection – from storm damage and theft. If ever you have to face an evacuation, you can leave your premises secure with the knowledge that there are at least two levels of protection for your property – the shutter and the door behind it.

Roll shutters do not require any extra storage and are ideal for those that live right on the beach. The shutters are made from aluminum that is lightweight, sturdy and corrosion resistant. Give your house the security of a fortress and get some energy savings too in the bargain. Protect the insides of your house from variable thermal conditions. It is possible to get rolling shutters that can be kept partially open so that light and air continue to stream in.

Apart from aluminum, you can get rolling shutters made from stainless steel and plastic as well. All types are resistant to corrosion and oxidation from sea breezes.

Hurricane season begins from June, and is almost upon us. If you have not installed rolling shutters as yet, then please do so. The season lasts till November, which is still many a month away.

Residents of Hilton Head Island in South Carolina and from June through September this island is vulnerable to hurricanes – it’s hurricane season. Although the last big hurricane that devastated the town was in 1896, there have been many evacuations over the years. And let us not forget, this is an island, which means it is surrounded by water on all sides. Which brings us to the logical question of steps that home owners should take to minimize damage from hurricanes. The best protection comes from rolling shutters that protect from not only hurricane winds but also theft. This is the reason that rolling shutters are in demand not just in cities and towns along the East Coast such as Hilton Head Island but also on cities along the West Coast where these shutters are relied upon for security.

The residents of Hilton Head Island should not have any problems getting code-compliant hurricane protection once they decide to go with hurricane shutters provided by us. We bring to the table superior installation, possibility of tax credits and insurance discounts, an improvement in the appearance of your property, and of course its safety.

And if ever, you feel a tropical storm approaching, you need not worry, because the roll down shutters we install can be rolled down by one person – manually or by motor. You are protected regardless of the size of your house or the number of openings to be covered.

Rolling shutters are the best to address your concerns on cost, ease of use, and performance. While not the cheapest hurricane shutter type available, they most certainly are the best when it comes to value for money.

Roll – down shutters bring with them features that are not easily found with other shutters. These are the only shutter types that offer dual benefits of residential security from theft and vandalism along with protection against storms and hurricanes. And by security I mean complete security that comes with ease of operation. These shutters can take winds up to 160 mph.

The aluminum slats can be perforated or solid, rigid or movable so that vents are created for cross – flow of air. Rolling shutters, when installed during the construction phase, can be installed so that they are concealed to a large extent. This helps maintain the aesthetics of the outer facade. Added afterwards, such shutters are invariably exposed. Concealed shutters mounted within the masonry do not alter your construction cost by much; the best thing to do is to get in touch with shutter installers when you are having residence constructed. Although this takes nothing away from their versatility and ease of use, many homeowners consider exposed shutters to be a minus point.

Energy savings and a reduction of sun damage to the interiors of your property are additional benefits of roll-down shutters.

The tracks on which the shutters move and the shutter housing compartment has to be sturdy and functional when you need either. Check and compare specifications between different installers. If installed on windows on the first floor. These shutters perforce have to be electrically operated. This necessitates a battery backup so that in the event of a power failure during hurricanes. You can bring the shutters down swiftly.