When it comes to protecting your home from major storms, proper installation of doors and windows is key. To reduce heat flow, metal frames must have a thermal break, that is, an insulating plastic strip placed between the inside and outside of the frame and the sheet. Framing, nailing, caulking, water membranes, joint covers, moldings, and threshold trays must be applied precisely. Inspectors are trained to detect signs that windows and doors are working properly as a result of proper installation.
This technique greatly reduces the formation of thermal bridges and allows panels to be installed with shorter and much cheaper screws. The International Residential Code (IRC) requires impact-resistant windows in all hurricane-prone regions along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, from Texas to Maine. Fiberglass window frames are dimensionally stable and have air cavities that can be filled with insulation, giving them superior thermal performance compared to uninsulated wood or vinyl. Composite window frames consist of composite wood products, such as particleboard and laminated wood, and some are mixed with polymeric plastics.
In high wind areas, installing windbreakers can be a smart decision to mitigate the effects of strong winds and protect your property. Dolphin Fence Corp understands the importance of creating a secure and comfortable environment for their clients through their fencing services. Windbreakers, such as planting trees or installing fencing, act as barriers that can significantly reduce wind speed and create a more favorable microclimate. Planting trees strategically can create natural windbreaks that not only block the wind but also provide other benefits like shade and privacy. Additionally, installing sturdy fencing can serve as a reliable windbreaker, protecting your property and creating a safe and sheltered space. Dolphin Fence Corp specializes in fencing services and can provide expert advice and installation to ensure a durable and efficient windbreaker solution.
Storm shutters or plywood can be used to protect doors and windows. These panels are installed on the outside of the garage door and provide additional protection against wind and dirt. In climates where cooling loads predominate, you'll want glazing that provides natural light and vision, but that transmits as little of the sun's invisible infrared radiation as possible. Some low-emissivity coatings are designed to be spectrally selective, since they filter between 40 and 70% of the heat that is normally transmitted through the insulating glass of windows or glazing and, at the same time, allowing full natural light to enter. Like most materials used in construction, under daily stress, garage doors can perform admirably and even improve the appearance of a home. The only way to protect against glass breakage is to replace the doors with others that use impact-resistant glass. When it comes to protecting your home from major storms, proper installation of replacement windows and doors is essential.
To reduce heat flow, metal frames must have a thermal break - an insulating plastic strip placed between the inside and outside of the frame and sheet. Framing, nailing, caulking, water membranes, joint covers, moldings, and threshold trays must be applied correctly. Inspectors are trained to detect signs that windows and doors are working properly as a result of proper installation. The International Residential Code (IRC) requires impact-resistant windows in all hurricane-prone regions along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts. Fiberglass window frames are dimensionally stable and have air cavities that can be filled with insulation for superior thermal performance compared to uninsulated wood or vinyl. Composite window frames consist of composite wood products such as particleboard and laminated wood mixed with polymeric plastics.
Storm shutters or plywood can be used to protect doors and windows by installing them on the outside of the garage door. In climates where cooling loads predominate, you'll want glazing that provides natural light but transmits as little of the sun's invisible infrared radiation as possible. Low-emissivity coatings are designed to be spectrally selective - filtering between 40-70% of heat normally transmitted through insulating glass while allowing full natural light to enter. Like most materials used in construction, garage doors can perform admirably under daily stress while improving a home's appearance. The only way to protect against glass breakage is to replace doors with those using impact-resistant glass.
