Storm Panels
Essential Storm Protection for Your Home
Storm Panels offer Florida homeowners an affordable way to protect their homes from hurricane-force winds and flying debris by creating a physical barrier between the interior of your home and the outside. Available in metal or clear polycarbonate, these removable panels slide and secure into pre-installed tracks, providing impact and wind resistance as a removable shutter system.
Engineered to meet the Florida Building Code, Storm Panels deliver essential hurricane protection in a removable, easy-to-store format. They are installed in ahead of the storm and stored compactly when not in use.
Whether you are a homeowner looking to protect your home, managing multiple properties, or simply prefer a straightforward classic solution, Storm Panels deliver dependable protection from inclement weather.
Key Benefits
Dependable, Code-Compliant Protection for Every Home
Code-Compliant Storm Protection
Storm Panels passed rigorous impact and pressure testing to meet HVHZ Rating and Florida Building Code requirements, the same standards Storm Smart applies across its hurricane protection product line. Both metal and clear options give you documented, code-compliant protection for your home.
Easy Installation and Storage
Once your tracks are professionally installed, deploying panels is straightforward. Simply slide them into place as before the storm. When not in use, panels nest together compactly for easy storage in your garage, shed, or utility area.
Entry-Level Code-Compliant Protection
Storm Panels are an entry-level hurricane protection option, delivering dependable, code-compliant defense in a removable format. They are a practical fit for first-time homeowners, secondary properties, and anyone who prefers a straightforward solution.
Built to Last
Storm Panels are designed to protect your home season after season. Metal panels resist warping and rot, while clear polycarbonate panels offer impact resistance and visibility to the outside. With proper care and storage, your panels are built to provide years of reliable protection.
Choose the Right Panels for Your Home
Storm Smart offers two types of Hurricane Panels to match your home’s openings and your visibility preferences. Whether you prefer the strength of metal or the light transmission of clear polycarbonate, we have a solution that fits. Many homeowners choose a hybrid approach, using Clear Storm Panels for living areas and Metal Storm Panels for bedrooms.
Metal Storm Panels
Corrugated metal panels provide maximum strength and long-term durability. Choose from two material options based on your preferences and the openings you are protecting.
Key Benefits:
- Lightweight and easy to handle, even on ladders
- Highly resistant to corrosion, ideal for coastal environments
- Upgraded option built for long-term durability
Designed for long-term durability with proper storage, resistant to warping and rot.
Clear Storm Panels
Made from high-strength polycarbonate, Clear Storm Panels offer the same code-compliant protection as metal while allowing natural light into your home.
Key Benefits:
- Translucent material designed to protect from flying debris
- Allows light in, preventing the dark “cave-like” feeling during storms
- See outside during multi-day power outages
- Uses the same track system as metal panels
Hybrid Approach: Many homeowners use Clear Storm Panels for living rooms and common areas while choosing Metal Storm Panels for bedrooms and storage areas. This combination balances visibility where you want it with maximum coverage where you need it.
Track Installation System
Storm Panels slide into permanently installed tracks and secure with bolts. This system ensures quick deployment and code-compliant protection.
How It Works:
- Professional Installation: Storm Smart installs the track system on your home
- Store Your Panels: Keep panels stacked in your garage or storage area
- Deploy When Needed: Slide panels into tracks
- Secure: Fasten with the provided hardware
Important: Panels must be installed using the Storm Smart track system and mounting hardware to maintain HVHZ compliance. Unauthorized mounting or improper spacing can void the protection rating.
Storage and Safety Features
Compact Storage:
- Corrugated panels nest inside each other, taking up minimal space
- Store vertically or flat on blocks to prevent water damage
- Fits easily in a garage corner, shed, or utility area
All Season Protection
Storm Catcher® Roll Down Screens go beyond hurricane protection, offering year-round functionality and convenience by providing relief from pollen, pests, and pesky neighbor problems.
Resources & How-To Guides
Get the most out of your Hurricane Panels with our expert resources and step-by-step guides. Whether you need installation tips, storage recommendations, or maintenance advice, we have you covered. Explore our helpful resources to ensure your panels are ready when you need them.
- Storm Panel Spec Sheet (PDF) Product specifications for metal and clear panel options
- Panel Installation Guide (PDF) Step-by-step instructions for deploying panels into tracks
- Panel Storage and Maintenance Guide (PDF) Best practices for storing and caring for your panels between seasons
- Metal vs. Clear Panel Comparison (PDF) Side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right option
Proven Protection You Can Trust
With over 100,000 installations complete and meeting and exceeding Florida’s rigorous building codes, Storm Smart is the trusted name in hurricane protection. We don’t subcontract. We don’t cut corners. And we don’t disappear after installation. Discover why Florida homeowners continue to choose Storm Smart year after year.
