What is all the talk about windload requirements and windloading all about?

Windloading is an attempt to better prepare houses for extreme hurricane force winds and weather. The building industry began this research about 5 years ago and we are beginning to see windload requirements being mandated in coastal states.

As a concerned business, OCS Doors has researched this issue and presents some answers here for you in our FAQ on windloading section. The Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA) has put together several technical data sheets on this subject. Browse the articles below for more technical information.

"Garage Doors and Hurricanes"
"Residential & Commercial Windload Guides"