Hurricane & Storm Windows
Hurricane-rated windows that hold under debris impact and wind load. No shutters. No prep. Just protection.
Hurricane season in New Orleans runs from June through November, and it doesn’t ask for your schedule. If your windows aren’t rated for storm conditions, every tropical system is a risk. Big Easy Windows installs impact-rated storm windows that protect your home permanently, with no shutters to store or install before every storm.
The Difference Between Storm Windows and Impact Windows
These terms get used interchangeably, but they’re different products. Understanding the difference helps you make the right choice for your home and budget.
Storm windows are secondary windows installed over your existing windows, either on the interior or exterior. They add a layer of wind and debris protection and improve energy efficiency without replacing your current windows. They’re less expensive and a reasonable option if your existing windows are structurally sound.
Impact windows (also called hurricane windows or impact-resistant windows) replace your existing windows entirely. They use laminated glass that holds together on impact rather than shattering, with reinforced frames designed to withstand the pressure differential created by a hurricane. They meet the Miami-Dade hurricane code, which is the highest wind-borne debris standard in the country.
Why Impact Windows Are the Right Choice for Most New Orleans Homes
If your home is in a Special Flood Hazard Area, a Coastal A zone, or anywhere on the Gulf side of the metro, impact windows are worth the investment over storm windows. Here’s why:
- No prep required, When a storm is 36 hours out, your windows are already protected. No panels to install, no shutters to locate and hang
- Insurance discounts, Many Louisiana homeowners insurance carriers reduce premiums for homes with impact-rated openings. Ask your agent before you buy
- Noise reduction, The laminated glass significantly cuts outside noise, which New Orleans residents with traffic or neighbors appreciate year-round
- UV protection, Blocks up to 99 percent of UV rays, reducing fading on hardwood floors, furniture, and artwork
- Energy efficiency, Impact windows with low-E coatings qualify for ENERGY STAR and reduce solar heat gain
- Building code compliance, Updated Louisiana building codes require impact-rated windows in many coastal and flood zone properties
What We Install
We install impact-rated windows in every major style: double hung, casement, sliding, picture, and custom shapes. Hurricane protection and window style are independent, you get the protection level you need in the style that works for your home.
We also install storm windows for homeowners who want added protection on a budget or who are preserving original windows in a historic property.
Storm Window Installation Process
Every job starts with a free on-site estimate. We measure each opening, assess your current windows, check your flood zone designation, and recommend the right product for your specific situation. We’ll be straight with you about whether storm windows or full impact replacement makes more sense. Then our crew handles the installation, seals every opening, and walks you through the finished work before we leave.
Call us at (504) 384-8165 or request a free estimate online. Same-day appointments available throughout Greater New Orleans.
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Professional Installation
Our local, licensed crew handles everything start to finish. No subcontractors, ever.
Final Walkthrough
We don't leave until you're 100% satisfied. Every window inspected, every question answered.
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Category 5 Rated
Tested for the most extreme conditions.
Insurance Savings
Many insurers offer discounts for impact windows.
Year-Round Security
Burglar-resistant and noise-reducing.
No Shutters Needed
Protection without the hassle of boarding up.
Real Reviews From New Orleans Homeowners
"The Big Easy Windows team was so helpful and made the whole process easy for me. The installation crew came in on time and left us windows that look just how we wanted them!"
"From the beginning of our first conversation until the end of installation everything went smoothly and efficiently. No problems whatsoever! Highly recommend."
"I was really pleased with my last couple of installations. The salesman and workers were so nice and I'll definitely be using them again when I replace more windows."
"The experience I had was great. The windows were installed quickly, and the salesman even helped me find ways to save money. Highly recommend."
"Big Easy Windows took their time and made sure our new windows would be perfect for years of use. Thank you so much, exceptional quality."
"Their customer service is there 100% of the time. Great window contractors in New Orleans, from the very beginning everything went smoothly."
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Frequently Asked Questions
Impact windows use laminated glass with a bonded interlayer that keeps the pane intact under debris strike. Storm windows are a secondary window installed over existing windows for added insulation and wind resistance. Impact windows provide a higher level of protection and are a permanent installation; storm windows are an overlay upgrade for existing windows.
Impact windows on all openings typically satisfy the structural protection requirements that shutters would otherwise need to meet. Storm windows add protection but are generally not considered equivalent to impact-rated windows for the purposes of insurance wind mitigation credits or code compliance.
Frequently yes. Most Louisiana homeowner's insurance carriers offer a wind mitigation credit for homes with impact-rated windows on all openings. The credit varies by insurer and policy structure. We provide the documentation your insurer needs after installation.
Impact-rated windows are tested to Florida Building Code or Miami-Dade County standards. Testing includes a large missile impact test (9-pound 2x4 at 34 mph) and 9,000 pressure cycles simulating sustained wind loads. Only windows that pass both tests carry a certified impact rating.
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