Do commercial hurricane shutters in Myrtle Beach qualify for insurance discounts?

Yes. Rated hurricane protection on commercial properties in Myrtle Beach and Horry County can reduce commercial property insurance premiums. The property must have ASTM-rated shutters installed by a licensed SC contractor with documentation submitted via a commercial wind-mitigation inspection.

How do I verify a Myrtle Beach hurricane shutter company's SC license?

Search the SC Contractors' Licensing Board website by company name or license number. All legitimate SC Contractor operations are searchable and their license status is publicly visible.

Why is OSHA-30 certification important for a Myrtle Beach hurricane shutter company?

OSHA-30 certification indicates the company's leadership has completed OSHA's most advanced voluntary safety training — relevant for workers installing shutters on multi-story oceanfront condos, elevated beach houses, and commercial buildings throughout the Grand Strand. AHS is the only OSHA-30 certified hurricane shutter company in coastal NC/SC.

What warranty should the best Myrtle Beach hurricane shutter company offer?

A written workmanship warranty of at least 3 years covering installation defects. AHS offers 7 years — the longest in coastal NC/SC. Get the warranty in writing before signing any contract.

What Makes the Best Hurricane Shutter Company in Myrtle Beach Stand Out

Q: What makes the best hurricane shutter company in Myrtle Beach stand out?

The best Myrtle Beach hurricane shutter company stands out with: SC Licensed Contractor status, ASTM-rated products with NOA documentation, a written workmanship warranty of 3+ years (AHS: 7 years — longest in coastal NC/SC), transparent pricing, and OSHA-30 safety certification. AHS meets all criteria.

By Matthew Burns|American Hurricane Shutters|Updated March 2025|8 min read

Best hurricane shutter company in Myrtle Beach South Carolina showing AHS crew installing shutters

What Separates the BestThe best Myrtle Beach hurricane shutter company has: SC Licensed Contractor status, ASTM-rated products, a written 3+ year workmanship warranty (AHS: 7 years), transparent pricing, and OSHA-30 certification. AHS is the only company in coastal NC/SC with all of these.

What makes the best hurricane shutter company in Myrtle Beach stand out is a question with objective, verifiable answers — not marketing claims. AHS serves the Grand Strand market with credentials that can be independently verified by any homeowner or commercial property owner, and we present them here so you can compare any company you’re evaluating against the same framework.

SC LicensedAHS contractor status

OSHA-30Only certified company in coastal NC/SC

7yrAHS warranty — longest in region

$2MAHS umbrella coverage

Criterion 1: SC Licensed Contractor

Hurricane shutter installation in SC requires a Licensed Contractor for structural penetrations. Verify at the SC Contractors’ Licensing Board. Any Myrtle Beach shutter installer who can’t provide a license number on request is operating illegally — which means no legal permits, no insurance wind-mitigation credit, and no enforceable product warranty.

Criterion 2: ASTM-Rated Products

Ask for the product’s NOA (Notice of Acceptance) or Florida Product Approval confirming ASTM E1886/E1996 compliance. This document is what makes the product code-compliant for Horry County and what qualifies the installation for insurance wind-mitigation discounts. If the installer can’t produce it, the product isn’t rated — regardless of how it’s marketed.

Criterion 3: The 7-Year Workmanship Warranty

AHS’s 7-year workmanship warranty is the longest offered by any hurricane shutter installer in coastal NC/SC. Most Grand Strand competitors offer 1–3 years. The difference matters because installation-related problems emerge 3–5 years post-installation — after most competitors’ warranties have expired. Get the warranty in writing before signing any contract.

Commercial Hurricane Shutters and Insurance Discounts in SC

Commercial property owners in Myrtle Beach frequently ask whether commercial hurricane shutters qualify for insurance discounts. The answer is yes — with the same conditions that apply to residential: ASTM-rated products, installed by a licensed SC contractor, with documentation submitted through a commercial wind-mitigation inspection process. AHS provides commercial wind-mitigation documentation packages for Horry County commercial property submissions. Call +18438681390 to discuss commercial projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

SC Licensed Contractor, ASTM-rated products, written 7-year warranty (AHS — longest in region), transparent pricing, OSHA-30 certification.

Yes — ASTM-rated shutters installed by a licensed SC contractor with commercial wind-mitigation documentation submitted to the carrier.

Search the SC Contractors’ Licensing Board website by company name or license number.

The highest voluntary OSHA safety training — relevant for multi-story oceanfront condos and commercial buildings. AHS is the only OSHA-30 certified hurricane shutter company in coastal NC/SC.

Written workmanship warranty of 3+ years minimum. AHS: 7 years — longest in coastal NC/SC.

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Matthew Burns

Vice President at American Hurricane Shutters, Inc.

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.