Living in Florida is fabulous -- it’s not called the Sunshine State just for nothing. As much as your tenants will enjoy the panoramic view of Florida’s beautiful coastline from their house during summer, it’s a different ball game when…
September is the most active month for hurricanes in Florida State, according to the Hurricane Research Division (HRD). Historically, the majority of Category 3 or higher hurricanes hit landfall in September. That has been the case since the 1950s. In…
As a property owner in Florida, being prepared for natural disasters is a high priority. Sudden hurricanes can cause massive structural damage. Hurricanes can often spawn tornadoes within a few days after impact, making the problem even worse. The price…
One hurricane alone is capable of dumping over 2.4 trillion gallons of rain in a day. You may assume that the windows on your hurricane impact doors are waterproof, but in reality, they’re actually only impact and water-resistant. There are…
Now that spring is here, it’s important to make sure that you’re fully prepared for when the hurricane season arrives from June through November. In Florida, homes are required to have impact resistant windows and doors in order to meet…
When you bought your Florida home, one of the perks was the gorgeous landscape surrounding it. However, noisy traffic or construction is putting a damper on your enjoyment. By purchasing a set of soundproof glass doors from a sliding glass…
Owning a hotel in a southern coastal state means getting used to frequent intense hurricanes. These storms can cause extensive property damage and personal injury to your guests. One hurricane alone can dump more than 9 trillion liters and stir…
The 20th century was one of the most hurricane-hit periods in the United States—especially in the states of Florida and Texas. Of the 158 hurricanes that struck the U.S., 57 and 27 hit Florida and Texas respectively. Extreme weather has…
Florida is a beautiful, beach-filled state, but its beauty comes at a cost sometimes. With water surrounding the state on three sides and harsh, southern climate, Florida residents face unique risks. In particular, the Atlantic Ocean is known for its…
During the 20th Century, 158 hurricanes struck the United States, with more than a third of them (57) directly impacting Florida. Because of their proximity to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, Florida and its Caribbean neighbors…