Concrete Block Waterproofing for Impact Windows and Doors: Why It’s Essential for Your Florida Home

By Statewide Windows January 24, 2025

Updated August 2026. Impact windows and doors only keep a Florida house dry if the opening is detailed. Concrete block is porous. Water that gets into the block around the buck will show up as stains, failed sealant, and mold long after the glass itself is fine.

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