30 Year
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30 Year
Legacy Recipient
Awning impact windows are one of the most versatile openings you can add to a South Florida home, especially where you want ventilation and privacy at the same time. Hinged at the top and opening outward from the bottom, an awning window forms a small shelter over its own opening, which means it can stay open during a light rain. Choose awning impact windows from America's Window & Door Store and you get that everyday flexibility in a unit engineered to resist hurricane-force wind and debris, installed to current Florida code.
An awning window is hinged along the top edge and cranks open outward from the bottom, so the sash projects away from the wall and tilts up like a small awning. That shape is the whole point. The glass overhangs the opening, letting you keep the window cracked for fresh air while shedding a passing shower instead of letting it run inside. A hand crank operates the sash smoothly, which is handy for windows mounted higher on the wall or in tight spots.
Because the sash seals against the frame when closed, awning impact windows resist air and water infiltration well, which suits our wind-driven rain. The outward swing also directs breezes into the room, so even a modest opening moves a noticeable amount of air. That combination of weather protection and steady ventilation is what sets awning windows apart from sliding or single hung styles.
Awning windows excel in placements where other styles struggle. Set high on a wall, they bring in daylight and air while preserving privacy, which makes them a natural choice for bathrooms and bedrooms. Positioned above a kitchen counter or sink, they crank open without forcing you to reach across, and a row of them above larger fixed glass adds ventilation without breaking up the view.
Their ability to stay open in light rain makes them ideal for spots you want ventilated even on a wet day, such as a laundry room or a covered lanai. Awning and casement windows are frequently combined in one home, with casement units covering the larger vertical openings and awning windows handling the higher or shorter spots. If you are deciding between the two, our team can recommend the right style opening by opening.
Every awning impact window we install is built around laminated impact glass, two panes bonded to a durable interlayer that stays intact even after the outer pane is struck. That construction lets the window stand up to wind-borne debris during a storm without breaking open into the room. The units carry a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance and meet the Florida Building Code requirements for our High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, the standards that apply to impact products throughout Broward and Miami-Dade.
That defense is on duty every day, not only during hurricane season. The same laminated glass and reinforced frame that turn away storm debris also make a window far harder to force open, adding real security to your home. For a fuller explanation of how impact glass is rated and tested, see our hurricane impact windows page.
The features that protect an awning impact window from hurricanes pay off all year. The laminated glass and tight seal dampen outside noise, a real difference near busy streets or flight paths, and they cut the air leakage that drives cooling costs in our climate, helping your air conditioning work less. Many units also filter out a large portion of harmful UV rays, which slows the fading of floors, furniture, and fabrics.
Combine that with the security of laminated glass and a multi-point lock, and an awning window does more than open and close. Lower energy bills, a quieter home, and a tougher barrier against intruders come standard, long after the last storm watch has cleared.
Awning windows pair naturally with the rest of our impact product line, so you can match every opening in your home to the right style and rating.
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A window performs only as well as the crew that installs it. As an authorized PGT and CGI dealer and a certified general and glazing contractor, America's Window & Door Store sets every awning unit to manufacturer specification and to the Florida Building Code. We pull the permits and schedule the inspections, so the work is documented and approved, which protects your insurance position and your home's value.
Correct anchoring, flashing, and sealing keep water out and let the unit reach its rated wind load. Our installers measure each opening, order the right product, and finish the job neatly, so your new awning impact windows operate smoothly and hold up to South Florida weather for years.
If awning windows are the right fit for your home, we will confirm it and take care of everything from measurement to final inspection. Browse our complete line of impact windows, then call (954) 989-7722 or request a free estimate to begin.
There is no pressure and no obligation, just a clear recommendation for your home and an honest quote.
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