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Category: Impact Windows

Florida Egress Rules for Impact Windows Explained

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The Life-Safety Trap Hidden in South Florida Impact Windows: Emergency Egress Explained Last updated: June 23, 2026 by the Bigfoot Windows & Roofing editorial team. Key Takeaway: Impact glass is designed to be unbreakable — which means a bedroom window that does not open properly is not a safety upgrade. It is an inescapable trap. […]

Are Impact Windows Required in Florida? 2026 Miami

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Are Impact Windows Required in Florida? A 2026 Guide for Miami Homeowners If you’re a Florida homeowner shopping for new windows, you’ve probably asked the same question thousands of others ask every hurricane season: are impact windows actually required in Florida, or are they just a nice upgrade? The short answer is that it depends […]

PGT Windows South Florida: Homeowner’s Buying Guide

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South Florida homeowners researching PGT impact windows need more than a series comparison. This guide explains what actually matters: NOA approvals, design pressure ratings, aluminum frame selection, energy-efficient glass packages, proper permitting, and how to evaluate any impact window manufacturer for your home.

Ultimate Florida Guide to Hurricane‑Proof Impact Windows Installation

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Ultimate Florida Guide to Hurricane‑Proof Impact Windows Installation Installing impact windows is one of the smartest upgrades you can make to protect your South Florida home from hurricanes, flying debris, and power‑draining drafts. To get all the benefits—safety, energy savings, and peace of mind—the installation has to follow Florida Building Code standards and manufacturer specifications […]

Eurocraft Hurricane Windows for South Florida Homes

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Eurocraft Windows: European Style, Hurricane-Ready Performance for South Florida Homes When you live in South Florida, you need windows that look amazing and stand up to serious weather. Eurocraft windows, available through Bigfoot Windows & Roofing, combine sleek European design with the impact resistance and energy efficiency Florida homes demand. What Makes Eurocraft Windows Different? […]

DP-50 Impact Windows in Miami | Code-Compliant

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DP‑50 Impact Windows in Miami: Strong, Code‑Compliant Protection by Big Foot Window & Roofing A DP-50 window rating is a powerful signal that a window is engineered to stand up to serious wind, water, and structural pressure, making it an ideal standard for hurricane-prone areas like Miami and South Florida. For homeowners working with Big […]

Top Impact Window & Door Companies in South Florida (2026 Guide)

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PG Window Ratings Explained for South Florida Homes

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PG Window Ratings Explained: How to Choose the Right Hurricane Impact Windows for Your South Florida Home Bigfoot Windows & Roofing helps South Florida homeowners choose hurricane impact windows with the right Performance Grade (PG) window rating to stand up to Miami’s intense wind, rain, and building code requirements. Understanding PG ratings is essential if […]

The $60,000 Hurricane Window Mistake South Florida Homeowners Must Avoid

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Homeowners across South Florida are making a painful—and expensive—mistake with their hurricane protection: hiring one contractor for windows and doors and a completely different company for the roof. Bigfoot Windows & Roofing’s “$60,000 hurricane window mistake” story shows exactly how this two-contractor trap can turn a simple project into a legal, structural, and financial nightmare. […]

Impact Windows & Doors: 10 Costly Mistakes to Avoid

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10 Costly Mistakes South Florida Homeowners Make When Buying Impact Windows & Doors (And How to Avoid Them) Upgrading to impact windows and doors is one of the smartest investments a South Florida homeowner can make, but how you buy them matters just as much as what you buy. This guide, inspired by Bigfoot Windows […]