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Both meet FL code, but impact windows offer permanent protection without deployment. Compare costs and benefits.
Florida's intense solar heat gain makes low SHGC glass critical. Coastal regions require impact-rated windows (hurricane rated, Miami-Dade or Florida Building Code approved).
FPL, Duke Energy Florida, and TECO offer ENERGY STAR window rebates of $25–$75 per window. Low-E coatings and SHGC < 0.25 qualify for most FL utility programs.