Hurricane Shutters for Okeechobee Homes and Businesses

Do Okeechobee homes need hurricane protection if they are inland?

Yes. Being inland lowers some coastal risks, but hurricanes can carry strong winds a long way past the coast. Okeechobee sits on open, flat land on the north side of Lake Okeechobee, with little to slow the wind down.

Open ground means homes take wind from every side, and flying debris travels far. Windows and doors are the weak points. Once one breaks, wind can get inside and put pressure on the roof and walls.

The Florida Building Code sets wind design rules across the state, and the requirements for each opening depend on where the home is and how it is built. We confirm what your openings need, then recommend approved products. Every product we install is rated for Category 5 conditions.

What shutters suit an Okeechobee home?

Roll-down and accordion shutters suit most Okeechobee homes, because they stay mounted on the house and close quickly.

Roll-down shutters live in a box above the opening and come down by motor at the push of a button. They are fast and add security when you are away. Accordion shutters slide closed and lock in seconds. Our accordion installs include Bertha HV shutters, made from extruded aluminum, which handle wide openings like sliders and porch entries.

Ranch-style homes and homes with deep porches can also suit Bahama shutters, which shade the windows every day and close down before a storm. We often mix types on one house so each opening gets the right fit for its size and use.

• Roll-down shutters for the openings you close most
• Accordion shutters for wide sliders and porch entries
• Bahama shutters for daily shade and a classic look

How far is Okeechobee from Advanced Hurricane Protection?

Okeechobee is roughly an hour west of our shop in Stuart. It is one of the inland communities we serve regularly, and we come to you for the estimate.

Because it is a longer drive than our Martin County jobs, it helps to call early in the year, well before hurricane season gets busy. That leaves room for the visit, the permit and the product order, so your shutters are on the house before the storms arrive.

At the estimate, we measure every opening, explain which options meet code and give you a detailed written estimate. It costs nothing, and there is no pressure to decide on the spot. We are a family-owned company that has served the Treasure Coast for over 20 years.

Do you install hurricane protection on Okeechobee businesses?

Yes. Advanced Hurricane Protection works on commercial properties as well as homes. Shops, offices and other businesses in Okeechobee can use roll-down shutters, impact doors and commercial motorized screens.

Roll-down shutters are a common choice for storefronts because they protect against storms and break-ins. They come down fast and roll away during business hours. Impact doors keep the entrance protected with nothing to deploy.

For businesses with covered outdoor space, MagnaTrack commercial screens add shade and bug protection, and close the area off when bad weather moves in. We review each opening and how the building is used, then quote Florida Building Code approved products.

Commercial work follows the same steps as a home project. We measure, quote, pull the permit, install and coordinate the inspection. If your building has a landlord or owner who needs to sign off, we can provide product details for them.