Wind Load Garage & Commercial Doors
Wind Load-Rated Door System
As one of the largest entry points to your home or business, your garage or commercial door plays an important role in protecting your property. During high-wind events, it can also be one of the most vulnerable areas—allowing debris or pressure changes to cause serious damage. A wind load-rated Overhead Door™ garage or commercial door is designed to help safeguard your home or business from the effects of severe weather. Built with reinforced components like heavy-duty tracks, hinges, rollers, and struts, these doors are engineered to withstand powerful wind pressures and reduce the risk of failure during storms. Local building codes often require garage and commercial doors to meet specific wind load ratings. Be sure to check with your local building department for the requirements in your area. Some locations may also require a permit for replacement doors, and your homeowner or commercial insurance policy may expect compliance with these local codes. With a wind load-rated Overhead Door™ door, you can have greater peace of mind knowing your property is better protected when strong winds strike.
Strength and stability
- Stringently tested to meet wind load requirements*
- Optional impact rating on select door models
- Reinforcing hardware throughout door system
- Additional horizontal bracing for further reinforcement
- Optional impact rated glass for additional safety and protection
- Insulated door system designs provide thermal efficiencies
- Various door system design options to meet door size needs, wind zone requirements, and exposure categories
Designed to protect your family and property
- Wind load options are designed to meet local building code requirements throughout the designated high wind areas of the country
- Wind load options may qualify the homeowner for insurance discounts
- We have a complete line of stylish and secure wind load-rated door systems, from wood to premium insulated doors, including some with impact-rated glass windows, to provide the protection you demand to help keep your family and property safe
Refer to wind load design standards chart for door model and applicable code requirements. Wind load and impact resistance requirements vary by region. Please contact your local Overhead Door™ Distributor for more information.
