Accordion shutters are the type of hurricane protection that slides together in the center and retract to either side when not in use. They are made of aluminum and can come in a variety of colors to match the trimming of your windows. They can cover either the windows of doors of your residence or condo. Accordion shutters are probably the most popular form of hurricane shutter protection on the market due to their easy of use. Accordions will increase the resale value of your home generally speaking; they are a very attractive feature to a new home buyer. Accordions are about 3 times as expensive as storm panels, but their easy of use is worth the additional cost.
 
Accordion shutters were developed about 20 years ago to address the growing need for a hurricane protection product that was both easy to use and strong against the force of hurricanes and tropical storms. You will see a lot of accordion shutters on homes in South Florida, due to the likelihood of hurricane to hit that area, but they are becoming more and more popular in states like Louisiana, Texas, North and South Carolina. People really like their ease of use and don’t mind paying a little more for the convenience and protection that accordions offer.
 
Recently, experts have predicted an increase in the number of hurricane and tropical storms that are likely to hit the Unites States. This has created a dramatic increase in the number of consumers that are opting to protect their home with hurricane shutters, especially Accordions. Make sure you research the company you are having install your shutter to make sure they are licensed General Contractor.   Accordion shutters can benefit you in a number of ways, from protecting your valuables and home to increasing the resale value of your home.