Impact Windows and Doors in Bartow, FL

Bartow is the Polk County seat, an older town of oak-shaded streets centered on its historic courthouse, with the Peace River running just to the east. US 17, US 98 and SR 60 all pass through it. Mitchell Windows and Doors installs impact windows and doors in Bartow, FL, for historic houses and newer homes on the edges of town.

Original Windows in Bartow’s Older Neighborhoods

Many homes around downtown Bartow date back decades, and some still have their original wood or aluminum windows. They let in heat, leak air and offer little protection when debris is flying. Replacing them is one of the most noticeable upgrades an older house can get. Original glass also offers little protection when a storm crosses the county.

Icon windows from CWS come in styles that suit traditional homes. You get impact protection without changing the character of the street-facing side of the house. The windows can be made to fit the existing openings, so the house keeps its proportions.

Big Oaks and Storm Debris Around the Courthouse Square

Bartow’s mature oaks give the town much of its charm, but heavy limbs come down in strong wind. A falling branch or windblown debris is exactly what impact glass is designed to stop. The laminated layer holds the glass together even if it cracks. Older homes under big trees are often the most exposed houses in town.

WindPact and StormStrong windows give you strong protection on the openings closest to big trees. That keeps wind and rain out of the house if something does hit. Protecting those windows first is a sensible place to start.

Front Doors and Porches on Bartow Homes

Older Bartow houses often have front porches and traditional entry doors. A door that blows in lets wind into the house and can lead to roof damage. A Plastpro fiberglass impact door looks like a classic door but is built for storms. Porches give some shelter from rain, but they do not stop wind or debris.

For back patios and newer homes, BHI impact sliders and French doors are a good fit. Covering every major opening is what makes the whole house safer. Newer homes on the outskirts of town often have large sliders that deserve the same protection.

Inland Heat Along the Peace River

Bartow is well inland, and summer heat is a daily concern. Low-E impact glass cuts the heat coming through the windows and helps the air conditioning keep up. When a hurricane does cross the state, the same glass protects against wind and debris. The laminated layer also blocks most UV light and helps quiet traffic on the highways through town.

Mitchell Windows and Doors is family-owned and licensed and insured under CGC-1536112. We give free in-home estimates so you can see what fits your house and your budget. We are glad to look at an older home and talk through what will suit it.

Protect Your Bartow Home With Impact Windows and Doors

Bartow’s older homes are often the ones with the most to gain from new windows and doors. Our post on how old windows show their age before the glass fails covers the signs to look for. For impact windows and doors in Bartow, FL, call (727) 826-0023 to book a free in-home estimate.

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