Why should I purchase high impact windows and doors from CitiQuiet Hurricane?
The CitiQuiet pedigree speaks for itself. The company has led the window industry in soundproofing specialization for nearly two decades due to its quality product and unparalleled service; backed by a lifetime unlimited warranty and satisfaction guarantee. No other company will stand by its product like CitiQuiet. If you're not happy with it, we will remove it at no charge to you.
Are CitiQuiet's soundproof windows and impact windows alike? The common link between the hurricane windows and soundproof windows is that they both utilize laminated glass to serve their function. Hurricane windows use the laminate to prevent breakage and strengthen the glass. In soundproof windows, the laminate breaks down soundwaves that would otherwise pass right through the glass. Both styles of windows will bring elements of the other if installed.
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How do I know if I need to use hurricane/impact code products in my home?
Every city and county has building codes. These codes are created to guarantee that new homes being built (and older homes being remodeled) have the best and safest building products available.
Coastal areas are particularly susceptible to changing building codes. It's important that you work with CitiQuiet to make certain that the windows you purchase and have installed in your home meet and exceed the codes for your area. In most areas it is mandated that hurricane/impact-resistant windows and doors are to be installed in homes. If you're not sure, ask us for a free consultation.
Why should I use hurricane/impact code windows and doors instead of boarding up or shuttering my home?
- A Proven System: CitiQuiet Hurricane's impact doors and windows have been proven to safeguard buildings from destructive winds, shattering glass, wind born debris, torrential rain, and most importantly, objects capable of penetrating standard glass that could cause interior damage or loss of life.
Peace of Mind. Your impact windows from CitiQuiet Hurricane will give you peace of mind. They only need to be installed once, and protect your home 25/7. They do not require shuttering which save homeowners money, time
and labor when severe weather threatens.
There Are No Alternatives. Unlike shutters and plywood, impact doors and windows provide continuous protection. No seasonal installation and removal is needed. The alternatives are flimsy and cumbersome, capable of being easily swept away by more beligerent wind. CitiQuiet Hurricane's impact doors and windows become an immovable part of your building's structure.
Security. Laminated glass, used in CitiQuiet Hurricane's impact doors and windows, is shatter-proof, which will discourage thiefs from intruding into your home.
What will installing hurricane/impact code windows and doors do to the value of my property?
Installing CitiQuiet hurricane impact windows and doors increases the value of your property. It is an investment that will pay itself every year, and with each passing storm.
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What styles of windows and doors are available?
Single
Hung, Picture/Fixed, Casement, horizontal rolling, and arched windows
are available.
CitiQuiet also carries a full line of
door products. Sliding Glass Doors, French Doors, as well as automatic
entry doors are available as well.
Does CitiQuiet offer other brands of window? How do I know which one is right for me?
Through
nearly two decades of relationship building and dealer recognition, CitiQuiet is
proud to say that we have dealer acknowledgment by most of the large
window companies around the country. Based on the sales representatives
professional opinion, and the work of our engineers, CitiQuiet supplies
and installs the best possible window for the application.
To name a few
window and door fabricators that CitiQuiet installs on a day-to-day basis: PGT Industries, Traco Windows & Doors, TM Window &
Door (Florida's Best), IWC, EGS Door, Pella Window & Door, Anderson
Window & Door, Wausau, YKK of America, Arch Aluminum, and JeldWen.
How do I get a permit from the building department to have the work done and who handles the process?
With
a full staff of both in house and in the field representatives
CitiQuiet will expedite the permitting process for you. From engineers
preparing window load calculations, to site visits by our fabricators,
CitiQuiet will typically have your permit in hand prior to your window
and door fabrication being complete.
When is Hurricane season?
Atlantic, June 1 through November 30th. In the Pacific May 15th through November 30th.
In the Atlantic, Hurricanes generally occur in August, September and October; though rare they are known to occur year-round.
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I don't live in a tropical climate, do I really need to protect my home with high impact windows and doors?
Hurricanes
threaten the entire US eastern seaboard. As seen with Hurricane Irene in the summer of 2011, even cities as far north as New York and Boston are at risk of being impacted by hurricanes.
Tropical storm can reach hundreds of miles inland, causing unimaginable damage to cities ill-equipped to withstand such forces.
Are CitiQuiet Hurricane's windows and doors energy efficient?
Yes.
Based on customer feedback, numerous homeowners have saved a
significant amount of money on air conditioning bills in the height of
the summer.
All windows and doors installed by CitiQuiet significantly
exceed Energy Star requirements.
How do impact windows and doors also reduce noise?
All
hurricane/impact code windows and doors provide superior strength and
are energy efficient. By laminated two pieces of glass together to form a
7/16" or 9/16" overall thickness combined with a thermally broken
frame, CitiQuiet can achieve STC ratings above and beyond most other
contractors. By installing a high impact hurricane window and door along
with a urethane or silicone sealant on both the interior and the
exterior, CitiQuiet windows reduces the noise significantly.
What makes a window impact-resistant?
The
window is made with impact glass consisting of a strong laminated
interlayer bonded between two panes of annealed, heat-strengthened, or
tempered glass. When struck by a forceful object the glass resists
shattering. (I.e. the front window of an automobile) When impact glass
is struck it spider webs and stays together as one piece. This prevents
water from intruding into the home even if the glass was to crack.
What is Insulated Glass?
Insulated
Glazing or Insulating Glass (commonly referred to as "IG") is a set of
two or more lites of glass spaced apart and hermetically sealed to form a
single glazed unit with an air space between each lite. Its most
important function is to improve the thermal performance of glass when
used in architectural applications.
What is the advantage of argon gas between panes?
Argon gas is 5-1/2 times heavier than air. It serves as a large insulator against heat, cold and noise; far better than standard air.
What is "Low-E" glass?
Low-Emissivity
(Low-E) coatings are microscopically thin, virtually invisible, metal
or metallic oxide layers deposited on a window or skylight glazing
surface primarily to reduce the U-factor by suppressing radiative heat
flow.
It will keep your home warmer in the winters and cooler in the summers, and allow you hang artwork that would otherwise be damaged or discolored by U.V. rays around the room.
Will I need to replace any of my window sills or have to touch up paint on my own?
No, CitiQuiet will stucco, paint, and replace any damaged sills on doors or windows at no cost to you.
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| Here, we see a combination of an elegant arced window outfitted with CitiQuiet's remarkable impact glass. |
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| No building is too old or new to fit a CitiQuiet impact window. In this case, the owner of a brownstone building was capable of retrofitting his aging building with modern, energy efficient and safe impact glass. |
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| Doors such as this can be outfitted to withstand hurricane winds and protect your home. |
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| CitiQuiet's impact windows come in a wide variety of styles, thicknesses and sizes to cater to any window in any room. |
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| CitiQuiet can set up interior soundproof windows, as well as new construction or replacement windows |
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| CitiQuiet's windows not only improve your home's energy efficiency, but reduce unwanted wind, draft, dust and noise. |
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| CitiQuiet glass is not so delicate as standard types. It is heavily reinforced, preventing buckling against inclement weather |
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| Hurricanes are a year-round threat, despite their prevalance in the late summer. Do not get caught off guard - it has already cost lives and millions of dollars in damage. |
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