Boca Raton sits in northern Palm Beach County, far enough north that some homeowners underestimate the storm exposure. But Boca’s position along the coast puts it squarely in the track of east and northeast storms, and the city has seen direct and near-direct hits from named storms going back decades. The question isn’t really whether storm protection is necessary. It’s whether the protection you have is actually going to hold.
Awning Stars installs roll-down hurricane screens throughout Boca Raton, from East Boca’s barrier island neighborhoods to the western communities near Loggers’ Run and west Glades Road. We’re an authorized Atlas Armor dealer, and we also carry Progressive Screens for homeowners whose projects call for larger or more configurable installations.
What Makes Boca Raton Installations Specific
HOA communities are everywhere. Boca Raton is one of the most HOA-dense cities in Palm Beach County. Communities from Broken Sound to Boca Pointe to Mizner Park area condo associations all have architectural guidelines that govern exterior modifications. We work with homeowners to identify what approval, if any, is required before installation begins. Both Atlas Armor and Progressive Screens come in housing and fabric options that clear most Boca HOA standards.
Older construction on the barrier island. East Boca’s barrier island neighborhoods include a lot of homes built in the 1970s and 1980s with jalousie windows, single-pane sliding glass doors, and construction methods that don’t meet today’s code. Hurricane screens are often the most practical path to genuine storm protection for these homes. Impact glass requires structural modifications many of these openings can’t accommodate without significant additional work.
High-value homes in western communities. West Boca communities like Saturnia, Boca Falls, and Stonebridge have large lanais, outdoor kitchens, and expansive glazing that represent significant replacement costs if damaged. Motorized hurricane screens on those openings let homeowners close everything with one button push, which matters when a storm is spinning up overnight.
Systems We Install in Boca Raton
Atlas Armor is built specifically for HVHZ performance. The fabric and frame system is tested to wind-driven debris and pressure standards beyond what Florida Building Code requires at the Palm Beach County level. For Boca Raton homeowners who want documented, permitted protection they can point to for their insurance carrier, Atlas Armor is the standard.
Progressive Screens work particularly well for wide lanai openings and projects that span large uninterrupted spans. If your project involves a full rear lanai or a poolside enclosure, Progressive is worth comparing. Both systems are HVHZ-rated and both get pulled under permit. Motorized systems are available for both.
The Installation Process in Boca Raton
We start with a free on-site consultation. We walk the openings you want protected, take measurements, and discuss your priorities: storm season only vs. year-round use, motorized vs. manual, housing finishes, and HOA requirements if applicable. From there we put together a written quote. After you sign off, we order fabrication. Lead times typically run three to five weeks outside of peak season. We pull the Palm Beach County permit, install the system, and schedule the inspection. After it passes, your system is closed out with the county and fully documented. Most Boca Raton residential projects install in a single day.
When to Schedule Your Boca Raton Installation
The busiest period for hurricane screen installations in South Florida is March through May. If you’re calling in April, you’re already competing with a lot of other people for the same installation slots and inspection windows. The practical window is January through March. Lead times are shorter, inspection scheduling is easier, and you’re fully permitted before the season starts.
Motorized Patio Screens for Everyday Use in Boca Raton
Storm protection is only one reason Boca Raton homeowners use motorized patio screens. With the appropriate screen fabric, the system can reduce glare, add privacy, keep insects out, and make a patio or lanai more comfortable while maintaining airflow and the outward view. The screen retracts when an open-air space is preferred.
Every opening is measured for the home rather than treated as a standard size. Because Boca Raton has coastal storm exposure, the housing, tracks, hardware, and mounting method should be selected for the opening and local wind-load requirements. Awning Stars handles the permitting and installation requirements for the selected system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do hurricane screens meet code in Boca Raton?
Yes. The fabric we install is Miami-Dade approved under NOA #21-0512.04 and is the only roll-down fabric approved for the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. Palm Beach County is not an HVHZ jurisdiction, so these screens meet a standard stricter than Boca Raton requires, which is the level of protection you want when a storm turns.
Can I use them on non-storm days?
Yes. They filter about 88% of UV, cut energy costs, and keep insects, rodents, and most animals off the patio, so Boca Raton homeowners run them year round and close them down only when a storm approaches.
What warranty comes with the screens?
A 10-year transferable warranty on the fabric and a 5-year warranty on the motor. The transferable coverage carries over if you sell the Boca Raton home.
Do they work for HOA communities?
Yes. Many Boca Raton communities have architectural guidelines, and the screens come in colors and finishes that fit HOA review. We handle permitting through the Boca Raton building department.
Do I need a permit for hurricane screens in Boca Raton?
Yes. Boca Raton screens are permitted through the Boca Raton building department to Palm Beach County wind-load requirements, and we pull and manage that permit as part of the install.
Why do Boca Raton homes need hurricane screens?
Boca Raton sits near the Palm Beach County coast with direct storm exposure, and screens protect large patio and lanai openings that are hard to cover any other way.
Get a Quote in Boca Raton
Call our Palm Beach line at 561.909.8068 or use the quote form on this page. The on-site consultation is free and the written quote comes before any work begins.
