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Q: Do I need a permit for shutters? A: In most municipalities the answer is yes. Typically your contractor will handle the paperwork needed. Q: How do I find the right shutter company? A: Once you have determined the prospective company is licensed call the local Chamber of Commerce, ask for references and visit their facility.

Q: Does the state make sure companies that advertise are licensed contractors?
A: No. The state does not have the resources to check every ad in newspapers and phone books. Calling Brevard county Licensing at 633-2058 will help you weed out the undesirables.

Q: After my shutters are installed how often do they require maintenance?
A: Depends on the type of shutter. Panels require little or no maintenance, roll ups typically once a year and should be performed by a shutter professional. Any outdoor mechanical device in Florida will require some type of maintenance and lubrication.

Q: What does Miami-Dade approved mean?
A: Because of the widespread devastation left by Hurricane Andrew in 1992, south Florida building officials realized that the current building codes were insufficient to prevent significant damage. Statewide building code levels were raised but Dade, Broward and Monroe county went a step further and adopted the most stringent standards in the U.S. Research has shown that the odds of significant damage are greatly reduced if the integrity of the home’s openings remains intact. 150 mph wind load and small and large missile impact testing have produced superior shutters to protect your home or business.
Insist on Miami-Dade approved products and installation. No permits are required in Brevard county for retrofit shutters so be sure the product and installation you purchase are spelled out in the contract.
Shutters are not the only thing you will need to prepare for hurricane season, visit our website for a list of things you need to help you weather the storm as well as links to The National Hurricane Center and other helpful sites.