Home » Clear Hurricane Storm Panels –Affordable Protection with Additional Benefits

Once again Hurricane forecasters are predicting a more active than average year for 2007. The Colorado State University team of forecasters predicts 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 intense hurricanes of category 3, 4, or 5.  The predictions also outlined a 64% probability of a major hurricane making landfall in the United States.

 

With homeowners reeling from increases in insurance premiums; contemplating making an investment in hurricane shutters can be a scary thought.  The easiest shutters to secure, roll-downs and accordions, are also the most costly.  However, storm panels are an affordable alternative to consider.

 

Panels are available in steel, aluminum and clear polycarbonate.  Clear polycarbonate panels are becoming more popular for several reasons.  Leaving the clear panels up during the season becomes an option with transparent panels as opposed to having to remove metal panels that block all light, and leave your home in complete darkness when up.  Many second story homes are choosing to leave their second story windows protected by the clear panels since climbing on the roof with panels can be dangerous.  Slick tile roofs, sharp edge metal panels and ladder climbing with panels and tools add to the appeal of handling and leaving up clear panels. 

Do-it-yourselfers are finding clear panels offered online and available without the long wait and risk of scammers collecting deposits and disappearing.  ClearPanelsOnline.com offers Florida Building Code approved panels direct from the manufacturer and at a fraction of the cost of those from Home Depot, Lowes, and those offered at Hurricane Protection Companies.

 

For the not-so-handy--- consider purchasing online and hiring a licensed contractor just for the installation.  Ask for a quote just for installation and explain that you will be obtaining the materials yourself.  www.ClearPanelShutters.com also offers the required fasteners and hardware for installation. 

 

Do some research on online, you will be pleasantly surprised with what you learn about Clear Polycarbonate panels as a hurricane protection choice.