Unless the film is anchored to the perimeter of the window, it does not offer hurricane protection. Think about it. If something breaks the glass, yes the film holds all the pieces of glass together, but what holds the glass from all falling out of the window frame itself?
See this in local legislation regarding some film companies. I know Steve and I've never seen him make any false claims. Not everyone out there is on the up and up though.
Florida Takes Bold Stand to Protect the Consumer of Hurricane Protection Products
Lantana, FL, July 02, 2011 - Thomas Johnston, President of the International Hurricane Protection Association (IHPA), announced today that the IHPA applauds Florida lawmakers for moving forward with legislation (Florida HB 849) to protect consumers purchasing hurricane protection products in the State of Florida. The new law, effective July 1, 2011 makes it a violation of the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act, to advertise, sell, offer, provide, distribute or market any product as hurricane, windstorm or impact resistant unless it is in compliance with the provisions for product approval in the Florida Building Code.
If you want to be sure you're truly getting hurricane protection, ask for the Florida approval number that Billy Bearden's crew need as proof of protection. I sell hurricane tested windows should you have any questions.