# Hurricane Shutters Florida

> Factory-direct manufacturer of hurricane shutters since 2005. Custom-built, HVHZ-approved hurricane protection products shipped nationwide. Operated by Empire Construction & Development Corp. Over 21 years experience and 10,000+ customers served.

## About

- **Company:** Hurricane Shutters Florida (Empire Construction & Development Corp.)
- **Founded:** 2005
- **Phone:** 1-888-474-3555 (toll-free) or (954) 474-3557 (local)
- **Hours:** Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM EST
- **Service area:** All of Florida and the United States (nationwide shipping)
- **Specialty:** HVHZ-approved hurricane shutters, Florida Building Code compliant, Miami-Dade and Broward County certified products

## Products

- [Accordion Hurricane Shutters](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/products/accordion-shutters): Permanent, side-mounted shutters that fold open/closed. Quick deployment. Most popular for primary residences.
- [Rolling Hurricane Shutters](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/products/rolling-shutters): Motorized roll-down shutters that double as security shutters year-round.
- [Storm Panels](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/products/storm-panels): Most affordable storm protection. Aluminum, clear polycarbonate, and steel options.
- [Bahama Shutters](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/products/bahama-shutters): Top-hinged decorative + functional storm protection that doubles as awning.
- [Colonial Shutters](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/products/colonial-shutters): Side-hinged decorative shutters with hurricane protection rating.
- [Hurricane Fabric](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/products/hurricane-fabric): Lightweight, removable storm protection panels.
- [Clamshell / Eyebrow Awnings](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/products/clamshell-shutters): Architectural awnings that provide shade and storm protection.
- [Storm Panel Tracks](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/storm-panel-tracks): Replacement and new-install tracking hardware.

## Key Resources

- [Get a Free Quote](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/contact): Custom quote based on opening sizes and product type.
- [Measuring Your Windows](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/measuring-windows): Step-by-step opening-measurement guide.
- [Installation Guidelines](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/installation-guidelines): Mounting, anchoring, and code-compliance instructions.
- [Color Chart](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/color-chart) and [Color Swatch](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/color-swatch): Available finishes including white, beige, bronze, and full RAL custom colors.
- [Product Drawings](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/product-drawings): Technical drawings, cross-sections, and installation diagrams.
- [Compare Hurricane Shutters](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/compare): Side-by-side buying guides — accordion vs rolling, accordion vs storm panels, hurricane shutters vs impact windows, Bahama vs colonial. Cost, operation, protection, and recommendations.
- [FAQs](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/faqs): Common questions about products, codes, installation, shipping, and warranty.
- [Commercial Hurricane Protection](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/commercial): Factory-direct commercial hurricane shutters for hotels, resorts, condos, HOAs, apartments, schools, hospitals, government facilities, warehouses, and retail centers. Volume pricing, NOA documentation, and spec support for architects, GCs, and property managers.
- [Contractor & Distributor Program](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/contractors): Wholesale factory-direct pricing and support for licensed contractors and installers.
- [Insurance Discounts](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/insurance-discounts): How storm shutters can lower homeowner insurance premiums in Florida.
- [Warranty](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/warranty): 5-year manufacturer warranty.
- [Shipping](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/shipping): Nationwide freight shipping; 2–6 week production lead times.

## Locations Served

We ship products nationwide; primary service areas include all of Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Tampa Bay, Orlando, Jacksonville, Treasure Coast, Florida Keys, Fort Myers, Naples, Sarasota, Pensacola) plus Texas Gulf Coast, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia coast, and the Carolinas. See [/locations](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/locations) for the full list.

## Educational Content

- [Blog](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/blog): Articles on hurricane preparation, building codes, product selection, measuring, installation choices, and insurance benefits.
- [Press Room](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/press-room): Industry recognition and media coverage.
- [About Us](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/about): Company history, manufacturing process, certifications.

## How to Get a Quote

Customers can request a free, no-obligation quote in three ways:
1. Use the online quote wizard at [/contact](https://hurricaneshuttersflorida.com/contact) — choose product type, enter opening measurements, get instant pricing.
2. Call 1-888-474-3555 during business hours.
3. Email through the contact form on the site.

All products are custom-manufactured to the customer's exact opening sizes. Pricing is factory-direct (no middlemen). Florida residents pay applicable state and county sales tax (6% state plus 0.5–2% county). Customers outside Florida pay no sales tax. Shipping is calculated separately and confirmed by phone before charging.