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Hurricane prep guide
Hurricane Prep · 8 min read

The Real Cost Of Skipping Impact Windows.

After 17 years and 2 million installs, here's what we've seen happen to homes that skipped the upgrade. Spoiler: insurance doesn't cover what you think it does.

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Permit guide
Code & Compliance
Why Every Job Needs A Permit (And Why Some Contractors Skip Them)

If your installer says "we don't need a permit," run. Here's what's actually at stake — and why we've never skipped one in 17 years.

5 min · Apr 2026
Sliding glass
Impact Glass 101
Single-Hung vs. Casement: Which Window Style Is Right For Your Home?

A no-jargon breakdown of the most common impact window styles — what they cost, how they look, and where each one shines.

7 min · Mar 2026
Crew install
Behind The Scenes
A Day With Our Install Crew (And Why They All Have Health Insurance)

Spend a day on a job site with the SWS team. Why we made the unusual choice to W-2 every installer — and what it means for your home.

6 min · Mar 2026
Door install
Hurricane Prep
Your 60-Day Hurricane Season Checklist

A printable, week-by-week prep list — built from 17 years of seeing what actually saves homes when storms hit.

9 min · Feb 2026
Glass detail
Financing
Impact Windows On A Budget: How Most Of Our Customers Pay

A clear-eyed look at financing options, monthly payment ranges, and what to expect — without the upsell.

5 min · Feb 2026
Quote process
Impact Glass 101
7 Questions To Ask Before You Sign An Impact Window Quote

The exact questions that separate honest installers from the ones who'll be gone in 18 months. Print this before your next estimate.

6 min · Jan 2026

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