Wellington is one of South Florida’s more distinctive communities, known for its equestrian properties, large lots, and a mix of residential styles from modest planned communities to large estate homes near the equestrian showgrounds. Storm protection for these properties varies considerably depending on the size and configuration of the home. Awning Stars serves Wellington homeowners with roll-down hurricane screen systems custom-fabricated for each property.
What Makes Wellington Installations Specific
Large homes with significant glazing. Wellington’s higher-end residential areas include homes with expansive rear walls of glass, floor-to-ceiling windows, and large covered outdoor kitchens and entertainment areas. These are exactly the openings where a motorized hurricane screen system provides the most value. Closing a 30-foot lanai opening by hand every time a storm watch goes up is not realistic. A motorized system makes it a ten-second task.
Equestrian community HOAs. Wellington’s equestrian community properties are often governed by specific community standards, and the architectural character of the area tends toward a cleaner exterior look. Our screen housing finishes and fabric tones are specified to blend with the home’s exterior rather than stand out.
Inland storm history. Wellington is far enough west that some homeowners discount the risk. The 2004 and 2005 hurricane seasons produced documented structural damage in western Palm Beach County communities including Wellington. Distance from the coast reduces storm surge risk significantly. It does not reduce wind damage risk to the same degree. Call 561.909.8068 for a free Wellington consultation.
Motorized Patio Screens for Everyday Use in Wellington
Storm protection is only one reason Wellington 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. Even inland Wellington properties need a system sized and mounted for local wind-load requirements, especially across wide patio and lanai openings. Awning Stars handles the permitting and installation requirements for the selected system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do hurricane screens meet code in Wellington?
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 Wellington 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 Wellington 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 Wellington home.
Do they work for HOA communities?
Yes. Many Wellington communities have architectural guidelines, and the screens come in colors and finishes that fit HOA review. We handle permitting through the Wellington building department.
Do I need a permit for hurricane screens in Wellington?
Yes. Wellington screens are permitted through the Wellington building department to Palm Beach County wind-load requirements, and we pull and manage that permit as part of the install.
Why do Wellington homes need hurricane screens?
Wellington sits inland in Palm Beach County, and screens protect large patio and lanai openings that are hard to cover any other way.
