Armor Pro Blog

22 JUN

OIR-B1-1802: The Florida Wind Mitigation Form, Explained (2026 Update): What the wind mitigation inspection checks, how the new Rev. 04/26 form changes things, and how to turn it into a smaller insurance premium

The OIR-B1-1802 wind mitigation form decides your Florida hurricane insurance discount, often $300 to $3,500 a year. Here is what it checks and what changed in the new April 2026 version.

By Steve Mardini Building Codes & Compliance, Insurance & Wind Mitigation, Permitting & Inspections Read More

22 MAY

Impact Windows in Coral Gables, Architectural Review, Historic Districts, and HVHZ Compliance: Why a window project in The City Beautiful starts with the Board of Architects, not the building permit

Impact windows in Coral Gables answer to the Board of Architects before the building permit. Here is how HVHZ compliance, historic-district review, and aesthetic standards shape a window project in The City Beautiful.

By Alex Reyes Building Codes & Compliance, Local Guides, Permitting & Inspections Read More

29 APR

Florida Building Code for Impact Windows: What Homeowners Need to Know

The Florida Building Code governs where impact windows are required, what products qualify, and how they must be installed. Here is a plain-English breakdown of what matters for your home.

By Andrew Sideris Building Codes & Compliance, Impact Windows 101, Permitting & Inspections Read More

06 SEP

Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Installing Impact Windows in Palm Beach: Five costly pitfalls Palm Beach homeowners can avoid

Impact windows are a smart upgrade in Palm Beach, but the install isn’t plug-and-play. Avoid the five mistakes that waste money and weaken protection: wrong ratings, the wrong installer, skipped permits, poor energy choices, and rushed timelines that collide with hurricane season.

By Andrew Sideris Impact Windows 101, Hurricane Preparedness, Installation & Maintenance Read More