Florida imposed new mandatory building codes after hurricane andrew in 1992 at first locally and then statewide in 2002.
House siding wind resistant.
According to fema vinyl siding should be able to withstand 110 mph winds in addition to heavy rains to be considered storm ready.
Ask your contractor if the vinyl they use is up to those standards.
While wood siding can swell and warp with moisture or could lose its paint and color with hail and high winds fiber cement siding resists these issues.
Wind resistant roofing and siding you should also do your homework to make sure your contractor uses the best materials.
However vinyl is best for homes in moderate climates that don t often have severe storms or hurricanes.
When consumer reports tests roofing and siding resistance to wind is one.
The color is fade and chip resistant and the material itself resists damage from impact and wind.
An impact resistant roof is a must of course but siding is a critical component of a home s envelope that is too often overlooked.