Every replacement door in Florida needs the right wind rating for the house. These guides explain what that means in plain words.
Hurricane rated doorsWhat wind rated and impact rated garage doors are, how Florida's code and product approvals apply to a replacement door, and what to ask before buying.Bracing kitsCan an older garage door be braced for hurricanes? How permanent struts and temporary braces work, their limits, and when a new rated door is better.ReplacementSigns your garage door is ready for replacement, how to choose material and style for the Gulf Coast, and what the installation day looks like.Insulated doorsDo you need an insulated garage door in Florida heat? What insulation does, R value versus U factor, and when an insulated door is worth paying for.