Just as homeowners should take steps to protect windows on their dwellings, they also should take steps to protect the doors. Doors also can serve as an entry point for rain and other debris blown by winds. A blown-in entry door and/or garage door can create uplift forces strong enough to blow a roof off a house.

Protecting the window openings of a house is probably one of the most important steps a person can take to protect their family and belongings. When a hurricane hits, high winds and pounding rains are the result. High winds can cause objects such as roof tiles, branches, garbage cans and so on to become projectiles. When this happens, the outer envelope – the separation between the interior and the exterior environments of a building is at risk.

Read this article to find out which windows to install in your home to help save on energy costs.

According to recent wind technology research, it's important to strengthen the exterior of your house so wind and debris do not tear large openings in it.

Because of their width, double-wide garage doors are more susceptible to wind damage than single doors.

Ways to protect your windows and doors against damage during a hurricane.

Your home has either double or single entry doors. If they are solid wood or hollow metal they probably can resist wind pressures and hurricane debris. However, if you are not sure whether they are strong enough, take these precautions.