Quick answer
A wind-load rating states the positive and negative pressure (in psf) a door withstands. Your required rating depends on location, exposure and opening size. Every new door we install is specified to it — see hurricane-rated garage doors.
The label on a rated door tells you whether it suits your address.
On this page
Positive and negative pressure
Positive pushes in; negative pulls out. Doors are rated for both, e.g. +40/-45 psf.
What sets your requirement
- Design wind speed for your area
- Exposure category
- Opening size
- Building height
Reading the label
Manufacturer, model, approval number and rated pressures.
Next
See impact vs non-impact and building code guide.
Where Summit can help
Our technicians handle this every week across South and Southwest Florida. Local pages with scheduling and county details:
- garage door repair Boynton Beach
- garage door repair Davie FL
- garage door repair Weston FL
- garage door repair Bonita Springs
- garage door repair Port Charlotte
- garage door repair Venice FL
Questions people also ask
Is higher always better?
It must meet or exceed the requirement.
Can an old door be rated?
No.
Who calculates it?
Your contractor or designer.