Rolling Hurricane Shutter Maintenance

 

Hurricane Rolling Shutters deliver security, affordability, hurricane defense and excellent 

solutions to large span, upper floor windows and high rise buildings.

How to Properly Maintain Hurricane Shutters

1. Keep Tracks Clean

It is important to keep your shutter's tracks clean. Regularly wash them and inspect for dirt 

build up, insect nests and other particles that could case problem with your shutters 

operation.

2. Lubricate Tracks

Lubricate your tracks twice a year with silicone spray lubricant which you can buy at any 

hardware store. You would like to avoid oily lubricants, dirt and salt build app faster with 

this type of lubricant. Lubricate the thumbscrews twice a year to ensure that you can 

remove the locking pins of your accordion shutter.

3. Wash Shutters

It is necessary to keep your shutters clean and looking at its best. Use warm water, soap 

and a soft brush to clean it at least twice in a year. Avoid using abrasive cleaners, pads 

or hard brushes that could cause damage to your shutters. Clean your shutter in open 

and folded position to ensure its cleanliness.

4. Operate Shutters at Least Once a Month

Check if your shutter is operating perfectly every months. It is important that you operate 

your shutter to prevent damages and brittle. Operating your shutter regularly even when 

you don't need it will help you keep the tracks clear and smoothly moving.

Regularly operating your shutter will give you peace of mind knowing your shutter works 

perfectly fine when a hurricane or tropical storm happens.

Bertha Roll Up Shutters

Bertha Roll Up Shutters, offered by Guardian Hurricane Protection, provide easy to 

use complete storm protection, security and noise reduction to any window or door 

opening.

Guardian Hurricane Protection's Permanent Bertha Roll Up Shutters are available 

in manual, electric motorized and/or remote control operation options. View ports are 

available in all Bertha Roll Up shutters. 

Florida’s Leading Rolling Hurricane Shutter Provider

When it comes to hurricane protection, Guardian Hurricane Protection is the all-in-one 

solution partner. Our team of technicians are on call 24 hours a day and are fully 

equipped with the tools to install, repair and maintain impact-resistant windows and 

doors. Our high-quality products and affordable services will keep your property protected 

and safe.

Guardian Hurricane Protection is a fully licensed and insured State of Florida 

Certified General Contractor. We are OSHA Certified, have an outstanding safety 

record and conduct regular on-site safety meetings. Our goal is zero time lost on the 

job. We are PGT Glazing Certified, EuroWall Installation Certified, an ASSA 

Member, a Nami Certified Manufacturer and a Solar Energy Contractor.

Call Guardian Hurricane Protection at 239-438-4732 or connect with us online to 

schedule a free estimate and consultation.