CWS Windows vs Simonton: What Floridians Should Know
When you’re doing some (literal) window shopping to find great windows for your home, you’ll probably want to know all of the different options out there for your home. However,…
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Why We Don’t Recommend Aluminum Windows in Florida
A big part of what Karoly Windows & Doors specializes in is maximizing impact resistance for homes throughout Tampa Bay. Given how tough they are, you might think that means…
What Is Turtle Glass (+How Does It Work)?
So what is Turtle Glass, exactly? If you have a home near a beach, odds are that you’ve been told that any windows you install will have to have Turtle…
Comparing Different Styles of Windows: Which Is Best?
So, you’re thinking about getting new windows for your home, but you aren’t sure which style of windows to get. You could just replace like with like, but what about…
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Are Your Window Screens Keeping Mosquitoes Out?
If you’re reading this, you probably looked up something related to dengue fever, an illness that is commonly transmitted by mosquito bites. What does dengue have to do with an…
Consequences of natural disaster in southern Florida after hurricane season. Severely damaged houses in mobile home residential area.
What Is Sudden Pressurization? Impact Window FAQ
If you’ve done some research on how hurricanes destroy homes, odds are that you’ve seen the term “sudden pressurization” thrown around in a few science-focused articles. But what does sudden…
What Are Pocket Windows? (+Pros and Cons)
If you’ve been doing your own research on impact window replacement, odds are that you’ve come across the term “pocket windows” in some advertisement or blog, but might not have…
Maximizing Curb Appeal with Impact Windows
Curb appeal is a sometimes underappreciated aspect of your home. But, it’s an important one. Nobody wants to live in a home they don’t find appealing, and if you ever…
Can You Soundproof Windows?
How often have you heard a loud noise, like a barking dog, a thunderclap, or someone gunning their engine through the neighborhood, at 3:00 am and wished you had a…
What Is Safety Glass? (Impact Window FAQ)
When it comes to impact windows, we often talk about how they use safety glass instead of annealed glass to enhance their strength and durability in the face of severe…
Do You Know When to Replace a Window?
Do you know when to replace a window? Knowing the best time to remove your old windows and get new ones can make a huge difference for your home’s safety…
What Are the Best Energy Efficient Windows?
What are the best energy efficient windows for homes in Florida? That’s a question that gets plugged into Google at least a few hundred times a month by people who…
4 Reasons to NEVER DIY Windows
Do-It-Yourself, or DIY, can be a great way to keep yourself busy while making modest home improvements. However, not all home improvements are appropriate to do yourself. Especially heavily-regulated activities…
Hurricane shutters made from plywood mounted for protection of house windows. Protective measures before natural disaster in Florida.
How to Board Up Windows (+A Better Alternative)
We’re deep into hurricane season and the peak of the season is just around the corner (early September, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA). If you…
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Karoly Windows Celebrates Its 25th Business Anniversary
In 2001, Karoly Windows & Doors began with one man’s vision: To help homeowners throughout Tampa Bay get the impact-rated windows they need to make their homes safer from the…
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3 Things to Check Before Financing Windows
Buying new impact windows is a great way to enhance your home’s safety, energy efficiency, and security against all manner of threats. But it can be expensive. That’s why financing…
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Hurricane Evacuation Planning for Tampa Bay Homes
When it comes to dealing with disasters like major hurricanes, preparation is key. Before a Cat 3 or stronger storm appears on the forecast, you should already have a hurricane…
The Capitol building in downtown Tallahassee Florida undergoes a renovation but still looks good.
Are Your Windows Up to the Florida Building Code?
The Florida Building Code, abbreviated as the FBC, is a state-wide set of regulations that is applied to all buildings in Florida. The FBC’s rules cover a wide range of…
What Is a Specialty Contractor for Window Installation?
If you’ve dealt with any kind of major home renovation, you’re probably already familiar with the term “General Contractor,” or GC, for good or ill. Yet, you may or may…
Windward vs Leeward Wind Pressures (+Why They Matter)
With the height of hurricane season fast approaching, now’s a perfect time to learn more about key terms and potential hazards of the season! While everyone knows that wind is…
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