Who Installs Hurricane Shutters in Horry County, SC?

American Hurricane Shutters installs hurricane shutters throughout Horry County SC — Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Little River, Conway, Carolina Forest, and all Horry County communities. SC Licensed GC, OSHA-30 certified, SC Safe Home approved. Call (843) 868-1390.

Horry County, SC — The Grand Strand

Hurricane Shutters for Myrtle Beach & the Grand Strand

Name: American Hurricane Shutters
Address: 1200 Castle Hayne Road, Wilmington, NC, 28401, US
Telephone: +19102561288

From oceanfront condos on the Golden Mile to historic riverfront homes in Conway — AHS protects the entire Grand Strand. Free in-home estimates throughout Horry County, from Little River to Murrells Inlet.

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20+

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OSHA-30

Only Certified in NC/SC

7-Year

Workmanship Warranty

SC Licensed

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Why Grand Strand Homeowners Choose AHS

The Grand Strand’s Most Trusted Hurricane Shutter Installer

Horry County sits in a high-risk hurricane corridor — from the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk to the fishing piers of Cherry Grove, hurricane season is a serious reality. At American Hurricane Shutters, we specialize in fortifying the Grand Strand — protecting everything from oceanfront condos in North Myrtle Beach to historic riverfront homes in Conway.

Whether you own a vacation rental in Surfside Beach, a permanent residence in Carolina Forest, or a luxury estate in Grande Dunes, our wind-rated systems are engineered for the South Carolina Building Code requirements for wind-borne debris regions. We are the only OSHA-30 certified hurricane shutter company in coastal NC and SC, and we back every installation with the longest workmanship warranty in the region: 7 years.

From the high winds of the Golden Mile to the flooding concerns of the Waccamaw River, our marine-grade aluminum systems are built to resist corrosion and repel debris. Transparent pricing — use our cost calculator or call +19102561288.

Accordion hurricane shutters on North Myrtle Beach SC oceanfront condo

Storm Protection Options

Hurricane Shutter Options for the Grand Strand

Off-the-shelf solutions rarely meet Horry County’s strict wind codes or HOA guidelines. We offer a diverse range of hurricane shutters designed to meet South Carolina Building Codes and local architectural standards.

Accordion Shutters

From $38/sq ft installed

The top choice for North Myrtle Beach and Arcadian Shores condos. Essential for property managers in Garden City and Surfside, allowing them to secure multiple units in minutes before a mandatory evacuation.

No storage required — permanently installed
Locks from inside or outside
Fastest single-person deployment

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Rolldown Shutters

From $52/sq ft (manual) | $52/sq ft + $700/opening (electric)

The gold standard for “lock and leave” convenience in Grande Dunes and The Dunes Club. Unmatched security for oceanfront homes — also provides excellent noise reduction and blackout capabilities.

Electric or manual operation
Retracts into discreet top housing
Smart-home compatible (Z-Wave, MyQ)

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Bahama Shutters

From $55/sq ft (decorative) | $60/sq ft (rated) | $70/sq ft (articulating)

Capture the tropical island look popular in Murrells Inlet and Little River. Enjoy the breeze from the ICW while blocking harsh afternoon sun — reduces cooling costs year-round.

Rated and decorative options available
Dozens of RAL powder-coat colors
Daily shade and ventilation

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Colonial Shutters

From $60/sq ft installed (rated)

For traditional homes in Conway and Pine Lakes. Heavy-gauge aluminum locks to form a structural barrier while matching the historic aesthetic of the river town and meeting modern wind-load requirements.

Louvered and board-and-batten styles
Rated to withstand hurricane-force winds
Preserves traditional Southern architecture

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Hurricane Screens

From $52/sq ft + $700/opening (electric)

The solution for expansive lanais in Barefoot Resort and Tidewater. Enclose outdoor kitchens and patios without losing your view of the golf course or the lake.

Category 5 rated fabric system
Covers spans no metal shutter can
Doubles as sun and privacy screen

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Storm Panels

From $26/sq ft (aluminum) | $26/sq ft (clear)

The most cost-effective protection for Socastee starter homes and budget-conscious renovations. Same wind rating as rolldowns at a fraction of the price.

Same impact rating as permanent systems
Clear panels preserve light during storms
Lowest installed cost of any rated system

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Clear Lexan shutters near Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

Flat Polycarbonate (Lexan)

From $30/sq ft installed

Perfect for storefronts along Ocean Boulevard where you need protection from wind and vandalism without boarding up merchandise displays. Optically clear, permanently mounted.

Permanently mounted — always protected
Optically clear — views preserved
Ideal for commercial and odd-shaped openings

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AHS installer fitting hurricane shutters in Carolina Forest subdivision

Professional Installation

Engineered for the South Coast — SC Licensed General Contractors

The Grand Strand sits in a high-risk hurricane corridor. We use exclusively 6063-T6 Marine-Grade Aluminum and 18-8 Stainless Steel fasteners. We build shutters that meet or exceed South Carolina Building Code requirements for wind-borne debris regions.

We perform a site-specific design pressure analysis on every project — ensuring your installation meets code for your specific address, whether it’s an oceanfront tower on Ocean Boulevard or an inland home in Socastee. Our own crew — never subcontractors — handles everything from HOA pre-approval through permit coordination and final installation.

We are fully licensed South Carolina General Contractors — crucial for high-value properties where improper installation can void insurance coverage. Learn about the installation process or call +19102561288.

Why American Hurricane Shutters

What Sets AHS Apart on the Grand Strand

Six reasons Horry County homeowners choose AHS — and why our competitors cannot match them.

20+ Years on the Carolina Coast

Installing since 2006 — from Cherry Grove to Garden City. We know every HOA, every condo association, and what survives direct hits on the Grand Strand.

Only OSHA-30 Certified in NC/SC

Every competitor installs shutters. Only AHS carries OSHA-30 certification — the only hurricane shutter company in coastal NC and SC to hold it.

7-Year Workmanship Warranty

The longest in coastal NC and SC. If anything fails due to our installation, we fix it — for seven full years.

100% Transparent Pricing

Published prices from $26/sq ft to $70/sq ft. No bait-and-switch. Use our cost calculator any time.

SC Licensed General Contractor

Fully licensed in both NC and SC plus $2M umbrella liability and workers compensation. Required for all permitted installations in Horry County.

Local HOA & Code Expertise

From Grande Dunes’ strict guidelines to Barefoot Resort’s color requirements — we provide engineering drawings and color samples needed for ARB approval.

Where We Install

Areas We Serve in Horry County

From oceanfront hotel towers to inland subdivisions, we have installed in every Grand Strand community and know the HOA requirements, wind zones, and code specifics for each.

Myrtle Beach

Grand Strand epicenter — oceanfront towers, investment condos, Grande Dunes estates, and Market Common urban village. Systems calibrated to each property type’s specific engineering requirements.

North Myrtle Beach

Four distinct communities — Cherry Grove, Ocean Drive, Crescent Beach, Windy Hill. Each with its own housing stock, ownership profile, and exposure conditions requiring specific approaches.

Surfside Beach & Garden City

Surfside’s “Family Beach” owner-occupied character and Garden City’s high-density rental inventory. Durability vs. deployment speed — we match the system to the ownership profile.

Conway

Horry County seat with historic downtown along the Waccamaw River. Hurricane Floyd (1999) and Florence (2018) produced catastrophic flooding — inland surge risk is a primary design consideration.

Little River

ICW waterfront and marina district — one of the most corrosive hardware environments in northern Horry County. Marine-grade aluminum and stainless packages on every waterfront installation.

Carolina Forest

Fast-growing master-planned HOA communities — Waterbridge, Plantation Lakes, Berkshire Forest, The Farm. Submittal packages that satisfy HOA standards and county wind zone requirements simultaneously.

Grande Dunes

Grand Strand’s premier luxury development. Motorized rolldowns with smart-home integration. HOA architectural standards require pre-approval submittals built into the project schedule from day one.

Socastee & Loris

Inland Horry County where coastal wind zone designations still apply with genuine engineering force. Full Design Pressure analysis on every property at accessible price points.

Murrells Inlet & Pawleys Island

Southern Horry/Georgetown County. Marsh Creek fishing village character and Pawleys Island historic beach homes. Bahama and colonial systems for the Lowcountry aesthetic.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions — Horry County Hurricane Shutters

Serving Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Conway & Surfside. For more, see the full AHS FAQ page.

Pricing ranges from $26/sq ft for aluminum storm panels to $70/sq ft for articulating Bahama shutters. Accordion shutters start at $38/sq ft installed. We offer free, no-obligation quotes and flexible payment plans. Use our cost calculator for an instant estimate.

While not always mandatory, South Carolina insurance carriers offer significant “Wind Mitigation Credits” for certified impact protection. A professional AHS installation can often pay for itself over time through reduced premiums.

Yes. We specialize in retrofitting hurricane shutters for high-rise condominiums. We work with COAs to provide bulk pricing and uniform installation standards for buildings in Cherry Grove, Ocean Drive, and Arcadian Shores. Recent projects include Arcadian I and II in Myrtle Beach and Reflections in Garden City.

With Accordion or Roll-Down shutters, a property can be secured in 15–30 minutes. This is ideal for Saturday turn-days in Garden City and Surfside Beach when a storm is approaching and property managers have limited time between guests.

Absolutely. We offer custom powder-coating to match any specific RAL color required by the Grande Dunes ARB, ensuring your protection blends seamlessly with your Mediterranean or stucco facade.

While possible, it is risky in our coastal wind zones. Hurricane protection must be engineered to SC Building Code wind-load standards. Professional installation ensures fasteners are anchored correctly into your specific siding. DIY installations often void insurance credits and may not meet Horry County Building Department requirements.

Hurricane Ian (2022) made landfall near Georgetown, bringing significant storm surge and wind damage to Garden City and Cherry Grove. Hurricane Matthew (2016) and Florence (2018) also caused widespread flooding in Conway and Socastee. Because the Grand Strand is a magnet for tropical systems, we advise residents to secure protection well before peak season.

Get Your Free Hurricane Shutter Estimate in Horry County

Same-week scheduling throughout Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Conway, Little River, Surfside Beach, Garden City, Carolina Forest, and all of Horry County SC. We respond within one business day.

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What Horry County Homeowners Say

Verified Google reviews for American Hurricane Shutters — 4.7 average from 65 reviews.

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   Sheree Mayall 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very friendly and professional.   Highly recommend for Bahama shutters
  
 
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   Raymond Andrew 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team from American Hurricane Shutters was incredibly meticulous. What impressed me most was their attention to detail during the mounting process; you could tell they were following the Florida installation guidelines to the letter.
  
 
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   Daniel Allen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team installed kevlar enforced rollup hurricane screens all around our porch 5 years ago. We purchased them because a relative has them and was very pleased. We live right on the water near the mouth of the Neuse River in Oriental so they get tested regularly. They’ve protected our house through tropical storms, snow storms and hurricanes. They’ve held up and continue to work well. They weren’t inexpensive, but well worth the money through our experience. We highly recommend them!
  
 
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   sadie price 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am very pleased with my new white hurricane shutters that can easily be pulled shut even from indoors in case of really windy weather. These are so much more practical than the heavy metal shutters we had to install for strong storms and then remove again in order to see out.
  
 
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   David Mason 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an excellent experience with American Hurricane Shutters! Mr. Burns met us promptly at our convenience to explain his array of products. We chose the accordion style hurricane shutters for our Ocean front side. I was notified in a timely fashion when they were about to arrived and allowed to pick a convenient date for installation at our house on Wrightsville Beach NC. The installers were kind enough to wait for us to come after they were finished do demonstrate their function. I tore a rotator cuff trying to close our 30 yr old rusty shutters and now can close these just using my finger tips! I highly recommend this company.
  
 
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   J Crocker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience. Had an issue with the manufacturer's finish a year later, and they replaced the hurricane shutter without question. The installation was thorough as we expected the first time, but many businesses attempt to evade warranty work or address their problems once they've received their payment. Not here. 100% recommended. Was an excellent option for our home in Surf City.
  
 
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   Robert Barnett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. American Hurricane Shutters did an excellent job with our home. The team was professional and ensured that everything was installed in accordance with Florida's rules. Their attention to detail boosted our trust, and they even assisted us with the insurance paperwork.
  
 
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   Erik Kenyon 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great job and nice to work with.
  
 
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   Jay Parker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The AHS team did a great job for us.  We were not in town for much of the planning and installation, so placed lots of trust in their team.  The communication was great, the work exceptional, and they followed up promptly on small issues until everything was complete.  I would highly recommend.
  
 
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   Linda Bennett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are very pleased with our hurricane shutters. American Hurricane did a nice job. We had them installed in 2024. They have come out promptly to service.
  
 
  
  
 
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Horry County Hurricane Shutter Questions

Common questions about hurricane shutter installation in Horry County, SC.

American Hurricane Shutters installs hurricane shutters in Horry County and throughout Horry County. SC Licensed GC, OSHA-30 certified, SC Safe Home approved. Call (843) 868-1390.

AHS recommends accordion shutters for permanent always-ready protection and electric rolldown shutters for second homes and absentee owners. Storm panels are the most economical rated option starting at $22 per square foot installed.

Yes. AHS is listed by the SC Department of Insurance as an approved SC Safe Home contractor for the Greater Myrtle Beach Area. Full grant documentation provided. Call (843) 868-1390.

Storm panels from $22 per square foot, accordion shutters from $38 per square foot, electric rolldown from $52 per square foot. All prices include Horry County permit coordination. Free written estimate at the in-home visit.

Yes. AHS handles all Horry County building permits for Horry County installations, included in the price. Wind mitigation documentation provided at no additional charge.

Yes. AHS repairs hurricane shutters in Horry County — all brands and types. Emergency service 24/7. Call (843) 868-1390.

Built to Exceed Horry County Wind Loads

Horry County spans the Grand Strand from the Cherry Grove and North Myrtle beaches through Myrtle Beach to the inland communities around Conway. Under ASCE 7-16, the basis for the South Carolina Building Code (2021 IBC/IRC with state amendments), the ultimate design wind speed here runs roughly 140 mph and up depending on location (Risk Category II). The area sits within the Wind-Borne Debris Region, where the code requires protected openings — so hurricane shutters are a code requirement here, not just a precaution.

We treat that figure as a floor, not a target. Before installing, AHS performs a site-specific design pressure analysis for your Horry County property — accounting for the home’s height, exposure, roof geometry, and the loads each opening will actually see — and engineers every installation to exceed those numbers rather than simply meet code.

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Matthew Burns

Vice President at American Hurricane Shutters, Inc.

Matthew Burns is Vice President of American Hurricane Shutters, the Carolinas' rated storm protection specialists founded in 2007 by Michael Burns. OSHA-30 certified and specializing in Miami-Dade and TAS-approved hurricane shutter systems, Matthew has personally overseen the installation of storm protection on thousands of homes from Emerald Isle to Myrtle Beach. His expertise covers accordion shutters, rolldown shutters, Bahama shutters, colonial shutters, hurricane panels, and fabric hurricane screens. Based in Wilmington, NC.