Protect Your Garage Door from Hurricanes

PROTECT YOUR E = GARAGE DOOR FROM HURRICANES GARAGE DOORS HURRICANES VS Garage doors take a beating in hurricane-force winds: Wind speed an average 50 |100 Wind speed an average post-1993 garage door pre-1993 garage door can sustain can sustain 74MI Base hurricane MPH Category 5 hurricane MPH wind speed wind speed FACING THE STORM Protect your garage door and your home with these pre- and post-storm tips: BEFORE STORM Install impact- resistant door Buy netting Install braces • Somc doors rated to 165 mph • Brands: Amarr, Clopay • Strong fabric covers door opening • Install anytimc/attach as storm approaches • Install as storm approaches • Use three for double car garage AFTER STORM Door replacement* Parts replacement* • Consider an impact-resistant model • Replace springs and openers if door structure is sound • Get written estimate • Get written estimate *Make sure garage door repair company is licensed and insured Sources: Infographic Provided By: www.hurricane.com/hurricane-garage-doors.php articles.sun-sentinel.com/2011-07-09/news/fl-gara ge-doors-vasquez-20110708_1_garage-door-hurric ane-force-winds-strong-winds A1A www.nhc.noaa.gov/aboutsshws.php www.repairgaragedoorsjacksonville.com/showcase