The vast majority of exterior doors across the country swing inward due to convenience. However, the building code for South Florida requires exterior doors for homes and public buildings to open outward for safety reasons.
These building code regulations were adopted after Hurricane Andrew’s devastating impact in 1992, as all new construction must stay in compliance with these rules.
In our area of southwest Florida, hurricanes will inevitably strike as they move over the state from the Atlantic to the Gulf and vice-versa. When these storms sweep through, they leave behind a path of destruction in their wake. There are steps you can take to make sure your home and lanai is hurricane ready. Here are some tips on how to ensure your southwest Florida lanai is prepared for a hurricane.
