Typical hurricane shutters services: Impact-rated windows, Accordion shutters, Roll-down shutters, +4 more
What to Compare
Compare Storm Smart and Eastern Metal Supply using florida headquarters, sales model, accordion shutter price. Check the exact product or local service proposal, then request matching written terms before choosing for your Florida home. Use the differences below to identify the questions that matter for your project.
Head-to-Head Breakdown
Storm Smart
Features and considerations
- Vertically integrated — same company manufactures, installs, and services
- StormCatcher fabric panels rated to Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval
- Concierge measurement + permit handling included in install pricing
Limits and questions
- Limited dealer choice — buy direct from Storm Smart or skip the brand
- SW Florida focus — less coverage on the East Coast or Panhandle
Eastern Metal Supply
Limits and questions
- No direct consumer sales channel — must find an authorized dealer
- Less marketing presence — less brand recognition for resale-value claims
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Storm Smart | Eastern Metal Supply | |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Headquarters | Fort Myers, FL | West Palm Beach, FL |
| Sales Model | Direct-to-consumer (manufacture + install) | Through dealer network (200+ installers) |
| Accordion Shutter Price (Florida, installed) | Request an itemized quote for Storm Smart; compare the same scope and payment period. | Request an itemized quote for Eastern Metal Supply; compare the same scope and payment period. |
| Roll-Down Motorized Price | Request an itemized quote for Storm Smart; compare the same scope and payment period. | Request an itemized quote for Eastern Metal Supply; compare the same scope and payment period. |
| Wind Approvals | Miami-Dade NOA + Florida Product Approval | Miami-Dade NOA + Florida Product Approval |
| Strongest Florida Regions | Ask the Storm Smart provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. | Ask the Eastern Metal Supply provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. |
| Warranty (hardware) | Ask the Storm Smart provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. | Ask the Eastern Metal Supply provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. |
| Permit Handling | Verify the current requirements and applicable documents for your address and Storm Smart proposal. | Verify the current requirements and applicable documents for your address and Eastern Metal Supply proposal. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which works better for SW Florida hurricane zones?
Compare Storm Smart and Eastern Metal Supply on florida headquarters, sales model, accordion shutter price, using the actual models or local proposals. Ask for supporting documentation and a written explanation of how the proposed option meets your needs.
Are both Miami-Dade approved?
Yes — both carry full Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) and Florida Product Approval for accordion, roll-down, and panel product lines.
Will my insurance discount be the same?
Wind-mitigation credit is based on the product type (accordion, roll-down, impact) and OPEN-cover, not the brand. Both Storm Smart and Eastern Metal Supply products earn the same insurance credits when installed to spec. Get a wind-mitigation inspection from a licensed Florida inspector after install to capture the savings.
What’s the deal with the My Safe Florida Home program?
Storm Smart handles the paperwork as the licensed installer; with Eastern Metal Supply, your local dealer files the paperwork.
Consumer resources
Use these official resources when evaluating an offer. They provide general guidance and do not establish a winner between these options.
- FTC: checking home-repair offers and written agreements — General consumer guidance; not evidence of either brand's price or performance.
Browse Florida Hurricane Shutters Listings
These public listings share the broad hurricane shutters category. Inclusion does not confirm that a business supplies the products or specialist services discussed above. Ask about the exact work, credentials and current availability before requesting a quote.
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