Sliding Glass Doors and Hurricane Season
How to get your doors ready, and what to do after a storm
By Brian Rega, Owner, Florida Certified General Contractor CGC 1514380 · Updated October 15, 2026
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Before the Storm: Your Checklist
Florida’s hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Your sliding doors are among the largest openings in your home.
- Test the locks. A door that doesn’t latch fully can be forced open by the wind.
- Check the rollers. A door that sits low or drags may not seal properly.
- Inspect the weatherstripping. Cracked or missing weatherstripping lets wind-driven rain in.
- Clear the weep holes. Clogged drains let water pool in the track and into your home.
- Check your shutters or panels. Make sure the tracks and hardware are all there and fit.
- Know your glass. Impact-rated doors have a label etched in the corner of the glass. If yours isn’t impact-rated, plan to cover it.
After the Storm: What to Check
- Cracks or chips in the glass
- A door that’s off track, won’t slide or won’t lock
- Water stains or wet flooring by the door
- A bent frame or track
- Torn or blown-out screens
Don’t force a damaged door. If it’s off track or the glass is cracked, forcing it can shatter the glass or bend the frame. Leave it closed, and call us.
Post-Storm Inspections & Emergency Repairs
We offer post-storm inspections and repairs across our service area, and same-day appointments are often available. We can get your door back on track, secure a door that won’t lock, and replace broken glass or screens.
Thinking About Impact Doors?
We’re a PGT dealer, and we sell and install PGT impact-rated sliding glass doors and windows. If your current doors aren’t impact-rated, we can help you decide whether upgrading makes sense for your home.
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Hurricane Season FAQ
How do I prepare my sliding glass door for a hurricane?
Test the locks, check the rollers and weatherstripping, clear the weep holes, and make sure shutters or panels fit.
What should I do if my sliding door is damaged in a storm?
Don’t force it. Keep it closed if you can, and call for an emergency repair or inspection.
How can I tell if my sliding door is impact-rated?
Look for a label etched into a corner of the glass.
Do you offer emergency sliding door repair after hurricanes?
Yes. We offer post-storm inspections and repairs during business hours, and same-day appointments are often available.
Do you sell and install impact sliding glass doors?
Yes. We are a PGT dealer and sell and install PGT impact-rated sliding glass doors and windows.
When is hurricane season in Florida?
Florida’s hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30.
Should I force a damaged sliding door open after a storm?
No. If it’s off track or the glass is cracked, forcing it can shatter the glass or bend the frame. Leave it closed, and call us.
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