Our impact doors in Florida are made of impact-resistant materials and undergo tests to ensure that they meet the rigorous requirements of Florida building codes. To be classified as hurricane doors, they must meet the wind and pressure threshold of the HVHZ standard.
When selecting high impact doors, the glass should be laminated or impact resistant, meaning it will not shatter when impacted by flying debris. The frame of the door should be made of tough materials like vinyl or aluminum and components must meet local building code.
Storm wind impact doors are identified by a Florida product approval number. It is not required throughout the state, however, the approval number ensures that the door is built with high-quality materials and can withstand hurricane winds.
Yes, they can. Although impact doors in Miami are built to be resilient and withstand hurricane storms, it is still possible for them to break during severe storms. Impact glass is shatter-resistant, but not shatterproof.
Yes. Hurricane impact doors in Florida provide superior protection against hurricane winds and additional protection against home invasions. They can withstand an incredible amount of force. Installing impact doors is a worthwhile investment that will improve the value of your home.
Some of the common materials used for storm-resistant doors include laminated glass, tempered glass, impact-resistant polycarbonate, reinforced frames made from metal or fiberglass, and waterproofing to prevent flooding.
Yes. High-impact doors in Florida are rated based on the level of impact resistance they provide, the speed of the winds they can withstand, and the impact of debris. These levels are called Design Pressure ratings and different areas have different requirements and building rules. Doors with a DP rating of 50 have been tested to withstand wind pressure of 75 pounds per square foot for 10 seconds and can withstand winds of about 142 mph. A DP rating of 30 should be able to withstand a Category 3 hurricane.
Yes. Florida building codes require impact windows and doors to minimize damage during severe storms.
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