Lake Worth Beach is a barrier island city with direct Atlantic exposure. The Island and the neighborhoods just west along the Lake Worth Lagoon face some of the most direct coastal wind exposure in Palm Beach County. During an east-tracking storm or a hurricane with a northeast turn, Lake Worth Beach is in a difficult position geographically. Awning Stars installs hurricane screens throughout the Lake Worth Beach area. Our systems are tested and certified for the wind and debris loads that coastal properties in this part of the county face.
What Makes Lake Worth Beach Installations Specific
Direct barrier island exposure. Homes on the island face east-facing wind loading that coastal-inland homes don’t. Screen systems for barrier island properties are spec’d for that exposure, and we recommend systems with the highest available wind ratings for this location.
Mix of historic and newer construction. Lake Worth Beach has a genuinely diverse housing stock, from historic bungalows near the downtown to mid-century homes throughout the island. Older construction often has window and door configurations that predate modern code and are particularly vulnerable. Hurricane screens can be custom-fabricated to non-standard opening sizes.
Small lot density. Installation logistics in some Lake Worth Beach neighborhoods require more coordination than suburban projects, particularly for homes with limited equipment access on the sides or rear. We account for this during the site visit. Call 561.909.8068 for a free consultation.
Motorized Patio Screens for Everyday Use in Lake Worth
Storm protection is only one reason Lake Worth 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 Lake Worth 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 Lake Worth?
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 Lake Worth 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 Lake Worth 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 Lake Worth home.
Do they work for HOA communities?
Yes. Many Lake Worth communities have architectural guidelines, and the screens come in colors and finishes that fit HOA review. We handle permitting through the Lake Worth building department.
Do I need a permit for hurricane screens in Lake Worth?
Yes. Lake Worth screens are permitted through the Lake Worth building department to Palm Beach County wind-load requirements, and we pull and manage that permit as part of the install.
Why do Lake Worth homes need hurricane screens?
Lake Worth 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.
