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Hurricane Protection

Hurricane Shutters for North Port, FL

Serving Englewood, North Port, Gulf Cove, FL


An updated Florida Building code that went into effect in March of 2002 mandates stricter requirements for homeowners and builders. Builders in Florida coastal counties are now required to strengthen houses to withstand winds of 110 to 150 mph. These standards apply to all replacement doors and windows as well.

At Active Door & Window we are the experts and can help you protect your home in the event of a hurricane. These products are also excellent security barriers to keep your home safe and sound when you’re not there.
Hurricane resistant shutters being installed in North Port, FL
Roll shutters offer utmost protection during severe storms and hurricanes. Protection from burglars, vandals, privacy and unwanted sun are another feature that make these ideal for your home.

Operation may be manual with a hand crank or a motor controlled by a wall switch or remote control to fit your needs and budget.

Up to 24' wide spans
Hurricane Charley caused massive damage to Punta Gorda and Charlotte County in 2004. It taught researchers that flying debris is just as dangerous as violent winds. As a result, codes for hurricane protection now focus on impact protection for windows and doors. PGT Impact Resistant Windows and Doors provide state-of-the-art protection. They combine heavy-duty aluminum or vinyl frames with a 2-pane glass bonded with a interlayer of clear PolyVinylButyral.

Winguard available in various window and door styles and with tinted/insulated glass.
  • Are manufactured to State of Florida specifications by PGT for hurricane protection
  • Protects from flying objects, not just high winds
  • Feature heavy duty aluminum frames sandwiched with a layer of clear plastic between two layers of glass to minimize shattering
  • Design keeps glass intact so destructive winds stay out of home
Storm panels are a very cost-effective way to protect your home. They can be installed in different ways to fit your look and needs.

Clear, Aluminum or Steel panels available
Storm Shutters 
  • Can be custom made in white aluminum and clear plastic
  • Can also be a combination of aluminum and clear
  • Clear panels are UV stabilized and virtually shatterproof
  • Can be left in place for months during hurricane season
  • Stack easily for convenient storage
Active Door & Window's accordion shutters are designed to protect from winds up to Category 5 Hurricane force winds. The shutter can be stacked conveniently to one side or both sides for compact storage in as little as 1" per foot of coverage and is ideal for large width home spans, condos, or businesses.

Can be stacked for convenient storage
Perfect for condos, homes or business
Can be used to cover doors, windows and lanai areas
Bahama shutters are very popular in Southwest Florida because they serve mutliple purposes. They are decorative, providing shading plus withstand hurricane force winds for storm protection. They are available in a large assortment of colors to match your decor.

  • Act as shutters and awnings
  • Are decorative and provide shade
  • Withstand over 120 mph winds
  • Available in 2-slat positions for privacy & viewing
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