Matthew Burns

Matthew Burns is a storm protection expert and the President of American Hurricane Shutters. Continuing his family's legacy, he combines 6+ years of hands-on experience with an analytical background from Duke University (B.S., Economics). He specializes in breaking down complex building codes and the long-term financial benefits of hurricane protection, helping Carolina homeowners make safe, informed, and cost-effective decisions.

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Innovative Hurricane Shutter Designs for Coastal Living

Innovative Hurricane Shutter Designs for Coastal Living — Modern Protection That Preserves Style Living on the coast means balancing two things: protecting your home from powerful storms and keeping the light, views, and architectural details that make seaside houses special. This guide lays out modern hurricane shutter options that deliver certified storm protection without sacrificing

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Comparing Costs: Are Accordion Shutters More Budget-Friendly Than Impact Windows for Hurricane Protection?

Accordion Shutters vs. Impact Windows: Which Is the Smarter Spend for Hurricane Protection? If you own a coastal home and are weighing accordion shutters against impact windows, you need a clear, numbers-first comparison that separates upfront cost from long-term value. This guide explains what each product is, how materials and installation choices drive price, and

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Understanding Hurricane Shutter Safety Regulations in Your Area

Hurricane Shutter Safety Rules for Your Area: Building Codes & Compliance in North and South Carolina Hurricane shutter safety regulations set the technical and administrative requirements that help windows and other openings withstand high winds and wind‑borne debris. This guide covers what homeowners and property managers need to know along the coasts of North Carolina

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Impact of Warranty on Accordion Shutters Explained

How Accordion Shutter Warranties Work: Coverage, Benefits, and the Claims Process For coastal homeowners, the details of an accordion shutter warranty matter. The warranty spells out what a manufacturer or installer will repair or replace after storm damage, normal wear, or a manufacturing defect. This guide walks you through warranty scope, common exclusions, the claims

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Stylish Accordion Shutter Options for Modern Homes

Accordion Shutters for Modern Coastal Homes — Style You’ll Love, Protection You Can Rely On Accordion shutters blend clean, contemporary design with engineered storm protection to safeguard coastal homes without sacrificing curb appeal. This guide explains what modern accordion hurricane shutters are, how slim profiles and durable materials balance looks with impact resistance, and why

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Why Durability Matters in Hurricane Shutter Design

Why Durability Matters in Hurricane Shutter Design: How Material Strength, Impact Resistance, and Longevity Protect Your Home Durability for hurricane shutters is more than one spec on a sheet — it’s the combination of impact resistance, wind-load capacity, corrosion and UV resilience, mechanical reliability, and an expected service life that together keep people and property

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Cost Comparison of Roll Down Hurricane Shutters

Cost Comparison — Roll‑Down Hurricane Shutters: Prices, Benefits & Installation Guide Roll‑down hurricane shutters are a permanent storm‑protection solution: a metal or insulated curtain that unrolls across windows and doors to block wind, water, and flying debris. This guide helps coastal homeowners weigh upfront cost against long‑term protection and code‑compliant installation. Read on to learn

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Why Choose Roll Down Hurricane Shutters for Home Protection

Why Roll-Down Hurricane Shutters Are the Best Choice for Coastal Home Protection: Benefits, Costs, and Installation Guidance Roll-down hurricane shutters—available as motorized or manual systems—stow in a roller housing above the opening and deploy to shield windows and doors from wind-driven debris and extreme gusts. A reinforced curtain, guide tracks, and secure locks combine to

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Smart coastal home protection options: accordion shutters and storm-rated roll screens

Accordion Shutters vs. Storm-Rated Roll Screens: Which Is the Smart Investment for Homeowners?

Smart Coastal Home Protection — Clear, Local Choices Choosing the right permanent hurricane barrier for a coastal home means balancing reliable protection, everyday convenience, and long-term value. For many homeowners along the North and South Carolina coast, that choice comes down to accordion shutters or storm-rated roll screens. Below we walk through how each system

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Comparing Ease of Use: Accordion Shutters vs. Exterior Storm Panels and Barriers

Accordion Shutters vs. Storm Panels: Which Is Easier for Coastal Carolina Homes? Living on the Carolina coast means balancing quick, reliable hurricane protection with real-world concerns like installation, storage, and day-to-day use. This piece lays out how two common choices — permanently mounted accordion shutters and removable exterior storm panels/barriers — work in practice. We

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