If you live in the greater Pensacola and Mobile areas, you probably already know why impact windows are important. You are aware of how many hurricanes and tropical storms hit our area year in and year out. You also know how impact windows stop projectiles from being launched into your home by a hurricane, tropical storm, or tornado. It also…
French Windows have been around for over four hundred years as part of the French Neoclassical period in the 16th century, but they have been around for even longer in reality. The French took the idea from Roman antiquity during the First French and Italian War. So, you might say that French Windows are actually Roman Windows, but let’s not…
Maybe you’ve seen a patio enclosure on a neighbor’s house or have read about them online, but you still find yourself asking, “What is a patio enclosure, and why are they popular?” It may look as if it’s an extension on a home, and in a way, that’s what they are. To better understand, let’s first take a look at…
Why Are Hurricane Shutters Important? Trying to understand why hurricane shutters are important? The average wind speed for a tropical storm here along the coast is 73mph. Wind speeds are even higher for a hurricane, starting at 75mph for just a Category 1 storm. Builder grade windows are only able to sustain a maximum of 77mph wind speeds before cracking…
Which Is Better? Single-Hung Windows Or Double-Hung Windows Replacing the windows in a home is one of the biggest ways that homeowners can save money, and even see a substantial return on their investment over time. The two most commonly sold types of windows are single-hung and double-hung windows. So, which is better … Single-Hung windows or Double-Hung windows? Single-…
How To Prepare Your Home For Hurricane Season Hurricanes and tropical storms are a given here on the Gulf Coast. Hurricane season starts in the heat of summer in June and lasts until the end of fall in November. During these months, the chances of enduring a hurricane or tropical storm is almost guaranteed. Here are some important steps every…
Add Value to Your Home with Custom Replacement Windows Did you know that your old windows are inefficient, leaking air, costing you money, and are decreasing the value of your home? Why are we so sure of this? Because we know windows! In fact, Folkers has installed more than one million windows since 1972! The Best Home Renovation One of…
Create that indoor/outdoor living space that you’ve always wanted with patio enclosures. Enjoy the outdoors without the weather and the bugs. Specializing in custom-made patio enclosures, sunrooms and screen rooms Expertly installed by our experienced installation crew Wide variety of styles, colors, options, screen and glass designs and more We can provide hurricane rated structures We can add electrical, lighting,…
Folkers offers doors that are manufactured in the South and designed for the Gulf Coast environment. Exterior Doors Your exterior doors are obviously a very important part of your home – first and foremost for the safety and security that they provide. The true value of doors goes beyond that however. Your front door, side door, etc. can boost curb…
Blinds are a popular window covering options due to their relatively inexpensive cost, ability to control light, improve insulation from direct sunlight, and match the existing decor. Installation is fairly simple and they aren’t permanent.
