Hurricane-Rated Doors for Maryland Storms: Are They Necessary?
Maryland homeowners hear a lot about storm protection, but not every house needs the same upgrade. If the front door is weak, poorly installed, or already deteriorating, it can become one of the first places water and air get in. What Makes A Door Hurricane-Rated? Hurricane-rated doors are not just heavier versions of ordinary doors. They are engineered as a system, with the slab, frame, hardware, glass, and anchoring all playing a role. That does not mean every Ma