According to the CDC, Hurricane season start in the north Pacific region on May 15th and in the Atlantic and Caribbean regions on June 1st. The season itself ends on November 30th and can be a nerve-wracking experience if you are not prepared. It is important to stay tuned into the weather surround you by checking local news stations, as they will let you know whether you should evacuate or stay at home during severe weather. Set an emergency plan for yourself and your family, and be sure to go through it with all involved. Always stay prepared by maintaining the gas levels in your vehicle and by keeping an emergency kit in your car or truck.
In addition to adding hurricane resistant glass block windows, there are other steps to take to prepare your home for a hurricane. Inspect the seals around windows, doors, and any other place where water penetration is a concern. Have a professional inspect your roof as loose roof panels will only increase the likelihood of roof and ceiling damage due to water and excessive winds. Take a walk around your home and trim all dying limbs off any trees. Flying tree limbs are a frequent cause of damage to homes and vehicles. Also be sure to check gutters and downspouts, as they are critical in the removal of excess water away from your home. Hurricane winds can cause gutters and downspouts to become unhinged and cause damage, so it is important to reinforce the brackets holding these in place.
At GBA Architectural Products + Services, makers of aesthetically beautiful products like our best-selling vault lights, also engineers and produces rigorous glass block systems designed to stand up to nature’s harshest elements. Our hurricane-resistant glass block windows offer critical protection for buildings in storm-prone areas, combining high-performance strength with sleek design. These systems are rigorously tested and meet both national and international hurricane-impact standards — offering peace of mind without compromising aesthetics.
GBA brings over 40 years of expertise in designing and installing reinforced glass systems, including those with blast, fire, and tornado resistance. We serve architects, contractors, and property owners seeking durable solutions that don’t sacrifice beauty. Whether you’re building from the ground up or upgrading an existing structure, our team can help customize a solution tailored to your project.
Explore the performance and versatility of our hurricane-rated products. Request product information, samples, specifications, and details, visit the GBA Architectural Products + Services Request product page or call us to learn more about incorporating GBA hurricane-resistant windows into your next project.
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Glass blocks when incorporated into the Lightwise Hurricane Resistant Window System meet requirements for protection from wind-borne debris for both Inland 1 and Seaward zones.
"Work was done very professionally with outstanding quality. Your crews were very attentive to detail & made sure to protect surrounding work surfaces from damage. They communicated well with my field team to ensure we & the Owner were satisfied with the end product. Job well done." - Russell Stafford, RNGD A Palmisano Company
"We were lucky to have GBA on our project at Lutheran East High School. From the front office to the field supervision and crew were very knowledgeable with our project. Took extra care not to damage the building during demolition. The quality of materials and their labor force was top-notch." — Peter Powell, Carey Construction Group
"We are extremely pleased with the outcome of the glass block at Lutheran East High School and have received many compliments on the design. The glass block windows give the building a nice “pop” of color on the exterior each side of the gym and helped to maintain the identity of the school." - Rick Jozity, Meraki Architects, L.L.C
"I saw the final glass block wall in person and it really is a work of art. We are so grateful for your team’s hard work on this." – Crister Cantrell, Gensler
"As the Senior Project Manager for the general contracting company responsible for completing all aspects of the historical restoration, structural rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse modifications to the derelict Triboro tuberculosis hospital, one of the most difficult challenges was finding capable and qualified subcontractors for the key restoration trades that are both committed to quality construction and respectful of the historical restoration process. I am lucky enough to have worked with GBA on previous successful projects and was glad to bring them into this project. GBA provided the essential expertise and quality craftsmanship that this project needed and was a reliable partner helping us convert the Triboro Tuberculosis Hospital into the T Building Residence." – Senior Project Manager, Bill Harwood for the GC, Mega Contracting
"On behalf of me, my project manager and CGC; I would like to reach out to applaud the quality and workmanship of the crew sent out to do the glass block wall outside of the theater here in Hudson. Dan and Nate went above and beyond to keep their work area organized and clean, even protected our finish trim and VWC in the mixing area with plastic. If only more companies active on site would follow in your companies steps these buildings would be cut and dry and run very efficiently. Thank you! - Jake M. Behler, Cameron General Contractors
