Types of Storm Panels — Aluminum, Steel & Polycarbonate
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Windows & Doors • Fort Lauderdale, FL
Storm Panel Installation in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Storm panels are the most affordable hurricane protection — and when installed properly, they perform as well as more expensive systems. We install storm panel systems with the right tracks and hardware to make deployment quick.
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Storm Panels Done Right Are Real Protection
Storm panel installation in Fort Lauderdale is the most affordable path to code-compliant hurricane protection for windows and doors — making genuine storm protection accessible for Fort Lauderdale properties where budget is the primary constraint. Storm panels — corrugated aluminum, galvanized steel, or clear polycarbonate — slide into track systems permanently mounted at each window and door and are stored off-site when not in use. They aren't the most convenient protection solution, but they work. At Planet Construction FL, we install storm panel track systems correctly and to code, and we provide the panels in the right sizes to cover every opening completely.
Most Storm Panel Systems Are Hard to Deploy
The Planet Construction Approach
Cheap storm panel installs come with poorly placed tracks, missing hardware, and panels that don't fit cleanly — making deployment slow, frustrating, and incomplete when the storm is coming. The result is homeowners who skip the install or cover only some windows.
Storm Panel Systems Engineered for Quick Deployment
Service Details
What You Should Know
Benefits of Storm Panels in Fort Lauderdale
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Installation & Storage Considerations
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Preparing for a Storm with Storm Panels
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Call (754) 301-6747Can I install storm panels myself?
The track system installation — which requires proper anchoring in structural masonry per the product NOA — must be done by a licensed contractor for code compliance and permit purposes. The panel installation process itself — sliding panels into the installed tracks before a storm — is intended to be done by the property owner and requires no special tools or skills. We walk through the panel installation process with property owners at project completion so they are confident and prepared when storm season arrives.
How long does storm panel track system installation take?
A storm panel track system installation for a typical Fort Lauderdale home with 10–15 openings takes 1–2 days. The panels are fabricated to the measured opening dimensions and typically delivered 2–4 weeks after the track installation, depending on the manufacturer's production schedule. The entire project — from contract to having panels on-site and ready for use — is typically 4–8 weeks including permit approval.
Do storm panels qualify for insurance wind mitigation credits?
Yes — properly installed storm panels with valid Florida NOA documentation, installed on a permitted project, qualify for the same wind mitigation insurance credits as accordion shutters and roll-down shutters. The wind mitigation credit applies when all openings are protected with qualifying products — a home with storm panels on most windows but an unprotected garage door would not qualify for the full credit. We confirm full opening coverage at the project design stage to ensure every opening is addressed.
What is the difference between storm panels and impact windows?
Storm panels provide hurricane protection only when installed — they must be deployed before a storm and removed afterward. Impact windows provide continuous hurricane protection 365 days per year, require no pre-storm action, improve energy efficiency and noise reduction year-round, and eliminate the storage requirement. Storm panels have a significantly lower initial cost but no energy, noise, or daily convenience benefits. The choice is typically determined by budget — storm panels for immediate protection at lower cost, impact windows when budget allows for the comprehensive upgrade.
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Free storm panel quote. We'll measure every opening and provide a clean, organized system.