Hurricane Impact Windows for Houston Homes
Impact windows use laminated glass that stays in the frame when struck by wind-blown debris, helping keep wind and rain out of your home during a storm. Rainy Day installs impact-rated windows in vinyl, aluminum, and fiberglass frames, with double-pane Low-E glass and argon gas for everyday energy savings.
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What are hurricane impact windows?
Impact windows are tested to resist strikes from flying debris and the pressure of hurricane-force winds. Their laminated glass may crack, but it holds together in the frame instead of shattering, so the opening stays closed. Though the windows may take a few weeks to get made, most homes are finished in 1 to 2 days once the windows arrive. Most window installs come with a lifetime labor warranty.
Storm Protection That Works Every Day
Impact windows protect you during hurricane season and keep working the rest of the year, cutting heat, noise, and break-in risk.
Laminated Impact Glass
A tough interlayer bonded between layers of glass holds the window together when debris hits. Keeping openings intact helps stop wind and water from getting inside, which is where much of a home’s storm damage starts.
Double-Pane Low-E Glass and Argon
Impact units can be built as insulated glass with Low-E coatings and argon gas, so you get storm protection plus the solar heat control that keeps Houston homes cooler and cooling bills lower.
Quieter, More Secure Rooms
The same laminated glass that stops debris also blocks most outside noise and UV light, and it makes windows much harder to break through.
Ready for Hurricane Season
No more scrambling for plywood when a storm is in the Gulf. Impact windows are always in place.
Tested and Rated for Wind
We install windows tested to recognized impact standards, with design pressure (DP) ratings matched to your home’s wind exposure, so you know exactly what each window is built to handle.
Texas Windstorm Requirements
Homes in Texas windstorm-designated areas along the coast, including Galveston and Brazoria counties and parts of Harris County east of Highway 146, may need windows that meet Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) requirements. We’ll help you figure out what applies to your address.
Your Choice of Frame
Impact glass is available in vinyl, aluminum, and fiberglass frames, in white, tan, clay, bronze, and more. Every window is installed with sill pans and flashing tied into the wall.
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Answers for Houston-area homeowners considering hurricane impact windows.
Are impact windows hurricane-proof?
No window is storm-proof, but impact windows are tested to resist debris strikes and wind pressure. If the glass is hit, it may crack, but it’s designed to stay in the frame and keep the opening closed.
Do I need impact windows in Houston?
It depends on your location, windstorm requirements, and insurer. Coastal windstorm areas may require rated windows, and many homeowners farther inland choose them for peace of mind during hurricane season. We’ll help you sort out what applies to your home.
Are impact windows energy efficient?
They can be. Choose impact units with double-pane Low-E glass and argon gas, and look for a low solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) on the NFRC label for the best heat control in Houston.
Can impact windows lower my insurance?
Some insurers offer discounts for impact-rated windows. It varies by company and policy, so check with your insurance agent. We provide product ratings and installation paperwork you can share with them.
Do impact windows reduce noise?
Yes. Laminated glass is one of the best ways to quiet a home, noticeably cutting traffic, neighbor, and lawn equipment noise compared with standard glass.
How long does impact window installation take?
Most homes are completed in 1 to 2 days, depending on the number and size of the windows. Impact units are custom-built after final measurements, and we’ll share the timeline up front.
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