Skip to content Short answer: Window and door assemblies should be tested to a standard like ASTM E1996 for
windborne-debris resistance, with structural engineering accounting for wind-uplift appropriate to a
Category 4–5 hurricane zone.
Why it matters: “Hurricane-resistant” isn’t a marketing term — it corresponds to specific, testable
engineering standards, and not every builder defaults to them unless asked.
What to check:
● Ask your builder directly which standard your window and door assemblies are rated to
● Confirm this rating is specified in your contract, not just described verbally
● Ask whether older homes you’re considering renovating currently meet this standard — many
don’t
Bottom line: Don’t take “hurricane-resistant” at face value — ask for the specific standard, because
that’s what actually protects the home during storm season.
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What hurricane-resistant standards should my windows and doors actually meet?
Window and door assemblies should be tested to a standard like ASTM
E1996 for windborne-debris resistance, with wind-uplift engineering appropriate to a
Category 4–5 hurricane zone.
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