Hurricane Shutters
Accordion Shutters
Permanently mounted, fast-deploying panels that fold flat against the wall and slide shut in minutes before a storm.
★★★★★ 4.8
GOOGLE · 106 REVIEWS
Local & Family Owned
SINCE 2013
ShingleMaster
CERTAINTEED, GAF & IKO SHINGLES
GAF Certified
CERTIFIED ROOFING CONTRACTOR
Licensed
CCC1331129 / CBC1259476
No Deposit Required — You Only Pay When You’re Satisfied
How Accordion Shutters Work
Accordion shutters mount permanently on tracks at the top and bottom of each opening. The interlocking panels stack to the side when open and pull closed and lock in place in minutes — no separate storage needed, no ladder required.
Why Homeowners Choose Them
Because the panels stay attached to the house year-round, accordion shutters are one of the fastest hurricane protection systems to deploy, which matters when a storm is closing in fast. They also don’t require a place to store panels between storms.
Installation & Building Code
Accordion shutters are engineered and permitted to meet Florida Building Code wind-load requirements for your specific address and wind zone. We handle the permit paperwork and inspection as part of the installation.
Maintenance
Tracks and hardware benefit from an occasional rinse and lubrication to keep panels sliding smoothly, especially in coastal salt air.
Why Ricketts
Why Homeowners Trust Us With Their Accordion Shutters
We Diagnose Before We Quote
Every project starts with an in-person assessment, not a phone estimate. We explain exactly what we find and why we recommend it before you commit to anything.
Licensed, Insured, And Accountable
We’re a Florida-licensed contractor (CCC1331129 roofing, CBC1259476 general contracting) — not a storm-chasing crew that shows up after a hurricane and disappears.
A Warranty You Can Actually Use
Every completed job comes with a written workmanship warranty on file, so you have documentation if a question comes up later.
Getting Started
What Happens When You Reach Out
You Reach Out
Call, or request an estimate online — no obligation, no high-pressure sales call. We ask a few questions about your property and the openings you want to protect.
We Assess The Project In Person
A specific, in-person look at each opening, not a phone-estimate guess. We explain what we find and what we recommend.
You Get A Written, Itemized Quote
A specific price and scope of work, in writing, before you decide anything — no vague verbal ranges.
We Do The Work, Permitted Where Required
Built to Florida Building Code standards, with permits filed and inspections scheduled as part of the project.
You Get A Warranty, In Writing
A workmanship warranty on file gives you something concrete to point to if a question comes up later.
What Affects Your Price
What Affects The Cost
Number Of Openings
A full-home installation has different per-opening economics than protecting just a few windows or doors.
Opening Size & Configuration
Larger openings, sliding glass doors, and corner windows require more track and panel material than standard windows.
Track Mounting Surface
The material behind the mounting points (stucco, block, wood) can affect installation complexity.
We don’t quote prices over the phone or list generic price ranges online — the honest answer depends on your specific property and openings, which is why every quote starts with an in-person assessment.
We don’t quote prices over the phone or list generic price ranges online — the honest answer depends on your specific property and openings, which is why every quote starts with an in-person assessment.
Common Questions
Accordion Shutters, Answered Directly
How fast can accordion shutters be closed?
Once installed, most homeowners can close accordion shutters across a whole home in well under an hour, since panels stay attached and simply slide shut.
Do accordion shutters block all light when closed?
Yes — solid accordion panels block light and visibility when closed, so they’re typically deployed only when a storm is approaching, not for daily shade.
Can accordion shutters be added to an existing home?
Yes, accordion shutters can be retrofitted to most existing window and door openings, provided there’s adequate mounting surface on both sides.
Customer Reviews
What Fort Lauderdale Residents Are Saying
★★★★★ 4.8 out of 5 · 106 Google reviews
“Ricketts handled our roof repair after a bad storm and made the whole process easy — showed up when they said they would, explained what was actually wrong, and kept the property clean every day. Would recommend them to anyone in South Florida.”
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