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Why Florida Product Approval Numbers are Important

Mar 12, 2020 9:07:00 AM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in florida building codes, florida building code, Florida product approved, product approval, florida home

While Florida is known for its sunshine, it still has its fair share of severe weather, especially in High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) areas, such as Miami Dade and Broward counties. 

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Are You Using the Best Impact Windows for Your Region?

Sep 26, 2019 10:03:00 AM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in florida building code, Florida product approved, hvhz windows, high performance impact windows

From coast to coast, the U.S. has many different kinds of natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes.

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Do You Know These Florida Building Code Product Approval Facts?

Jul 16, 2019 9:43:00 AM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in florida building code, Florida product approved, Florida building facts, product approval

Each state has varying geographical climates and terrains which makes their building codes different per each state’s unique requirements.

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Applying Florida Energy Efficiency Code for Building Construction

Feb 28, 2019 2:12:29 PM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in energy efficient home, energy efficiency, florida building codes, florida building code, Florida product approved, energy code

Building a home isn’t as easy as stacking legos. Professionals have to carefully research and select the appropriate materials and installations that satisfy several Florida regulations, including Florida Building and Energy Codes as well as varying other local requirements.

There is a minimum of two ways to comply with Florida Energy Code, prescriptive and performance.

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Navigating Florida Building Code Online

Feb 14, 2019 10:13:00 AM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in florida building codes, florida building code, Florida product approved

Building codes may seem burdensome, but they have a purpose and are beneficial for homeowners in several ways.

These regulatory guidelines ensure that the foundation of a building can withstand the powerful winds resulting from severe weather, among other purposes.

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Easily Meet Florida Building Codes with These Impact Doors

Jan 15, 2019 10:10:01 AM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in impact doors, impact glass, building code, aluminum impact sliding glass door, florida building codes, florida building code, Florida product approved

Construction professionals are all too familiar with the complexities of local building code and regulatory building confinements and the minuscule details in between. Finding quality products for customers to help them save on energy bills and protect their home during severe weather is yet another challenge building professionals face.

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Find Florida Product Approved Impact Windows for the New Year!

Jan 10, 2019 1:57:00 PM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in impact windows, impact glass, florida building codes, florida building code, Florida product approved

Out with the old and in with the new! In a short few months, Florida homeowners will be faced with the reality of tropical storms and severe weather patterns during hurricane season; so, if you’re considering home renovations or building a new home, then now is the time to choose materials and installations, such as Florida Product Approved impact glass windows, that will give you peace of mind, even in the worst storms.

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Florida Product Approved Doors for Your Next Build

Dec 20, 2018 10:11:00 AM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in building code, florida building codes, florida building code, Florida product approved

Building homes in Florida is not equivalent to building homes in California or New England. Each region has to accommodate different terrains, weather patterns, and many other factors. Several Florida homes are designed to capture breathtaking oceanfront views, but they aren’t as breathtaking in the midst of an impending hurricane.

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Top Florida Product Approved FAQ's: Asked & Answered

Dec 6, 2018 9:58:00 AM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in windows, window and door professionals, Regulation of Windows, florida building codes, florida building code

Systems, rules, and regulations foster consistency and uniformity for organizations, including the construction and building industry. 

Florida law and the Florida Building Commission have created several criteria to guide the industry and ensure the safety and durability of the components being used in Florida building constructions, including a product approval system which ensures:


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Why Florida Building Codes Matter!

Nov 29, 2018 2:09:00 PM / by Eastern Architectural Systems posted in hurricane prepared, building trends, building code, home buying, energy efficiency, Home Design, florida building codes, florida building code

Remember the child’s tale, The Three Little Pigs? Would you want a frail home built of straw and sticks or a solid home built of bricks when the big bad wolf comes knocking?

Whether you agree that regulation is the answer to the world’s challenges, there is a need to implement uniformed building code regulations for your safety and protection.

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