Wind Load Compliance

Wind Load Requirements

Wind load compliance refers to a garage door's ability to withstand the lateral forces of high winds without failing. Garage doors are one of the largest openings in a home's exterior envelope - a door failure during a hurricane or high-wind event can lead to catastrophic structural damage as wind pressure enters the building.

Many states and municipalities - particularly Florida, Texas, and coastal regions - require garage doors to meet specific wind load ratings as part of their building codes.

Our Compliance Standard

Select Ranch House Doors garage doors comply with the wind load requirements of the 8th Edition (2023) of the Florida Building Code per ANSI/DASMA 108-17.

ANSI/DASMA 108-17 is the industry standard test method for garage door wind load resistance. Compliance with this standard is recognized by building departments across the United States, not just Florida.

What this means for your project:

• Doors tested and rated to specific wind pressure values measured in PSF (pounds per square foot)
• Compliance documentation available for permit submission
• Recognized by building departments nationwide

Do You Need Wind Load Compliance?

Wind load requirements vary by location, local building code, and sometimes by the specific placement of the door on the structure. Your local building department or structural engineer will specify the required wind load rating for your project.

Wind load compliance is commonly required in:

• Florida (statewide)
• Coastal Texas and Gulf Coast communities
• Hawaii
• Coastal regions of the Carolinas, Georgia, and Virginia
• Any area with design wind speeds above 110 mph per ASCE 7

If you are in a high-wind zone, ask your dealer to confirm that your chosen door configuration qualifies for the required wind load rating before ordering.

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