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Shutter types · BrownsvilleRoll-Down, Accordion, Storm Panel & Bahama Shutters
How each hurricane shutter type works, what it costs and where it fits on your home.
Every shutter type, compared
Accordion
Folding blades on tracks beside the opening. About $15–$25 per sq ft (HomeGuide). Great for patio doors and balconies.
Roll-down
Slats roll into a box above the window. Manual about $20–$50, motorized about $50–$175 per sq ft (HomeGuide).
Storm panels
Aluminum or steel panels bolted into tracks before a storm. About $5–$30 per sq ft with fabric screens (HomeGuide).
Bahama
Top-hinged louvered awnings that shade the window and close down for storms. About $20–$50 per sq ft (HomeGuide).
Colonial
Side-hinged louvered shutters that close over the window — classic look, real protection when rated.
Impact windows
Laminated glass in a reinforced frame; nothing to close. Compare →
Find the right protection for every opening
Mix and match by window, door and budget.
Balcony & patio shutters
Accordion or roll-down shutters that close off balconies and sliding doors and lock in minutes.
Roll-down shutters
Manual crank or motorized, stored in a slim box above the window.
Storm panels
Aluminum or steel panels on tracks — the lowest cost per sq ft.
Bahama & colonial
Hinged louvered shutters that add shade and style year-round.
Not sure which type fits?
We look at every opening and suggest the right mix.
What real storm protection looks like
Panels, roll-downs and louvered shutters closed up and ready.
From measurement to a certified install
The same steps every time, so you know what to expect before the season.
Walk-through
Every window, door and opening is reviewed with you — and the right shutter type picked for each.
Measure
Precise measurements for made-to-measure accordion and roll-down units and panel tracks.
Product & paperwork
Shutters chosen from evaluated products; windstorm inspection arranged where TWIA eligibility matters.
Fabricate
Units are built to size; panels are cut and labeled by opening.
Install
Tracks, anchors and housings mounted to the wall structure as the product evaluation requires.
Inspect & hand over
Inspection by TDI or an appointed engineer where needed toward a WPI-8 (TDI), then a walk-through of how to close everything fast.
Shutter types FAQ
Which shutter type is best?
Accordion shutters are a strong value for windows and patio doors; roll-downs deploy at the push of a button; storm panels are the lowest-cost option for occasional use; Bahama and colonial shutters add shade and curb appeal. Many homes mix types by opening.
How fast can accordion shutters be closed?
Accordion shutters stay mounted beside the opening; you slide them closed and lock them, usually from inside or at ground level for first-floor windows.
Manual or motorized roll-downs?
Manual crank roll-downs cost less; motorized units close with a switch or remote — the easiest choice for large openings and second floors.
Are Bahama shutters real storm protection?
Bahama and colonial shutters can be rated for storms when the product is evaluated for windborne debris; they also give everyday shade.
Do shutters need to be tested products?
Yes — choose shutters that are evaluated for windborne debris. TDI keeps product evaluation listings for shutters that inspectors use (TDI).
Get your hurricane shutter quote in Brownsville & Cameron County
Tell us about your home or business, the openings you want protected and your timing. We follow up to talk through shutter types, windstorm paperwork and a realistic budget.
- Share the basics — home or business, number of windows and doors, timing.
- Get a call back — to compare accordion, roll-down, panels and impact glass.
- Plan the install — measurements, windstorm inspection and a written proposal.