How can I tell if my current door is wind-rated?
Look for a label or markings on the door and any approval paperwork that came with the house. If the door is old and has neither, assume it is not rated. We can help you read what is printed on it.
Wind-rated replacement
Hurricane-Rated Garage Doors in Moore Haven
A wind-rated door with Florida product approval to replace an older one that was never built to a design pressure, with the permit and fitting explained.
Ask about a rated door — (863) 312-1209
What a Wind-Rated Door Is and Why Older Doors Lack It
A hurricane-rated door is tested and approved to resist a stated design pressure, and carries Florida product approval. Many garage doors installed decades ago were never built to any such standard, so they are the weakest part of the building envelope.
Replacing one is a code-aware project, not a simple swap. The design pressure must suit your location, the track and anchoring must be as the approval requires, and a permit is normally needed. We explain what applies to your opening before you commit to anything.
How to Spot a Door That Is Not Rated
Nothing on the door says rated
Rated doors carry labeling and product approval documentation. A door with neither, particularly an older one, is unlikely to be rated.
Thin panels and light track
Older doors often use thin steel or wood, and track fixed lightly to the wall. Those parts were not designed for high wind pressure.
A door that flexes or rattles easily
Excessive movement when pushed suggests little stiffness. A rated door has reinforcement to keep it rigid under load.
How We Approach a Rated Door
- 1
Check the opening
We measure and examine the jambs, header and fastening points, since the approval depends on the door being anchored as tested.
- 2
Match design pressure to location
The door must be rated for the pressure your location requires. We explain the numbers in everyday terms.
- 3
Handle product approval and permit
We describe the paperwork and the approved installation, so the replacement passes inspection and meets code.
- 4
Install and test the system
Reinforced track, anchors and hardware are fitted as specified, and the opener, sensors and reversal are tested.
Questions About Rated Doors
Do I need a permit for a rated door?
Normally, yes. Replacing a garage door requires a permit in most places, and the door must carry Florida product approval. Requirements differ from one jurisdiction to the next, so confirm with your building department first. We walk you through the steps in plain terms.
Does the opener matter for a rated door?
The door's rating comes from the door and its anchoring, not the opener. Still, the opener must suit the heavier door and have sensors, so we check yours and advise if it should be replaced.
Replacing an Older Unrated Door?
Tell us about your current door and what you would like to change. We will explain the approval, permit and fitting steps.
Ask about a rated door — (863) 312-1209