Hurricane Protection
Protecting a Southwest Florida property starts with understanding that every opening is different.
Windows, doors, sliders, lanais and low-level entrances may each require a different type of protection. 1st Choice Building Solutions helps homeowners, builders and residential project teams compare hurricane protection systems based on the property, opening and project requirements.
From impact window and door packages in Naples to shutter and storm-protection upgrades in Fort Myers, our team provides solutions for both existing properties and new construction throughout Southwest Florida.
At a Glance
Impact windows and impact doors
Roll-down shutters, accordion shutters and hurricane panels
Hurricane shutters and storm-rated screens
StormArmour and flood panels
Our Products
Permanent storm protection built directly into the window opening.
Available in multiple operating styles, frame materials and architectural configurations for replacement projects, renovations and new construction.
Best For: Whole-home upgrades, custom homes and permanent protection
Protect entryways, patios, lanais and large exterior openings with impact-rated door systems.
Options include custom entry doors, French doors, sliding glass doors and multi-panel configurations.
Best For: Entrances, large glass openings and complete window-and-door packages
Permanent deployable storm protection available in motorized roll-down, manual roll-down and accordion configurations.
Best For: Protecting existing windows, doors and larger exterior openings without replacing them
Removable protection for windows and doors when a permanent shutter system is not necessary.
Best For: Practical storm protection with a lower level of permanent exterior hardware
Retractable hurricane screens can provide storm protection across large lanais, patios and other exterior openings while allowing the space to remain open during everyday use.
MagnaTrack Defender is one of the hurricane-screen solutions available through 1st Choice.
Best For: Large openings and outdoor living areas
StormArmour is designed to help address wind-driven water intrusion through sliding glass door tracks.
It can complement impact glass and other storm-protection products by focusing on an area traditional impact protection may not address.
Best For: Sliding glass door tracks exposed to severe wind-driven rain
Removable flood barriers designed to help reduce water intrusion at vulnerable doors, garages and low-level openings.
Best For: Properties where rising water is part of the storm-risk profile
Opening by Opening
Hurricane protection is most effective when the product is selected around the opening.
Choose from impact windows, shutters or hurricane panels depending on whether permanent protection, convenience or preserving the existing windows is the priority.
Impact entry doors can combine permanent storm protection with security and architectural design.
Protect large glass openings with impact-rated sliding systems, shutters or other applicable storm-protection products.
Roll-down shutters, accordion systems and storm-rated screens can provide protection across openings that may be difficult to cover with conventional products.
Flood panels can address water exposure at doors, garages and other vulnerable areas.
StormArmour provides targeted water-intrusion protection for sliding glass door track areas.
Two Approaches
Impact windows and impact doors remain part of the property’s everyday exterior.
They can be a strong choice when:
Hurricane shutters, panels and storm screens are placed into protective position when severe weather approaches.
They can be a strong choice when:
Many Southwest Florida properties benefit from a combination of both.
More Than Wind
A hurricane can expose a property to more than windborne debris. The strongest approach starts with understanding the property rather than assuming one product solves every risk.
Impact windows, doors, hurricane shutters, panels and storm-rated screens help protect vulnerable exterior openings.
Sliding door tracks can become a point of water intrusion during severe weather. StormArmour is designed specifically around that vulnerability.
Floodwater can threaten low-level doors, garages and entrances even when the windows are protected.
Flood panels can provide an additional layer of protection where water exposure is a concern.
Local Expertise
Storm-protection needs vary widely across Southwest Florida.
A custom home in Naples may include expansive impact glass, large sliders, hurricane screens and flood-sensitive openings within the same project.
An existing Fort Myers property may benefit from a combination of replacement windows, accordion shutters and targeted protection for large patio openings.
1st Choice Building Solutions helps evaluate the property opening by opening so different products can work together as part of one overall protection plan.
Who We Work With
Whether you are protecting one opening or upgrading an entire property, our team helps you compare hurricane protection products based on convenience, appearance, budget and storm-preparation goals.
1st Choice Building Solutions works with custom home builders, contractors and project teams throughout Southwest Florida.
We can help coordinate impact windows, entry and sliding doors, hurricane shutters, hurricane screens, large-opening protection, flood-protection products, manufacturer selection, ordering and installation.
Products We Trust
No single manufacturer or product is right for every opening.
1st Choice Building Solutions works with established manufacturers across windows, doors, shutters, screens and specialty storm-protection systems.
That gives homeowners and building professionals the flexibility to compare products and select systems based on the actual requirements of the project.
Right Fit
How It Works
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Review windows, doors, lanais, patios and areas vulnerable to wind or water.
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Identify which openings are best suited for impact products, shutters, panels, screens or specialty protection.
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Compare manufacturers, configurations, finishes and project requirements.
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Finalize measurements, ordering and professional installation.
We offer impact windows, impact doors, hurricane shutters, hurricane panels, hurricane screen systems, StormArmour and flood protection products.
Neither is automatically better. Impact windows provide permanent protection, while shutters can protect existing windows without replacing them.
Yes. Many Southwest Florida properties use a combination of impact products, shutters, screens and panels.
Yes. Depending on the opening, options can include roll-down shutters, accordion shutters and storm-rated retractable screens.
Not necessarily. Impact and wind-protection products serve a different purpose from flood barriers. Flood panels are designed to help address vulnerable low-level openings.
Yes. We work with homeowners, builders, contractors and residential project teams throughout Southwest Florida.
We serve Southwest Florida, including Naples, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Estero, Cape Coral, Marco Island and surrounding communities.
Local Experience
1st Choice Building Solutions provides hurricane protection and outdoor living solutions throughout Southwest Florida, with professional installation and products designed for the needs of Florida homes.
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Build the Right Protection Plan
Every property has different openings, risks and priorities. Whether you are upgrading an existing home, protecting a waterfront property or planning hurricane protection for a new custom build, our team can help you compare systems and determine the right solution for each part of the project.
