Built by Listening to You
Since 2002, Wind Load Solutions and our professional calculation platform WindLoadCalc.com have been shaped by one simple philosophy: listen to our customers, learn from jurisdictions, and continuously improve. Every feature, every enhancement, and every innovation in our wind load calculator software stems from real feedback from engineers, architects, building officials, and construction professionals across the United States.
What started as a tool to simplify ASCE 7 wind load calculations has evolved into a comprehensive platform that addresses the diverse and complex needs of the building industry. This evolution wasn't planned in an ivory tower—it was driven by thousands of conversations, support requests, permit submissions, and real-world challenges that our customers faced daily.
When you choose Wind Load Solutions, you're not just choosing software. You're choosing 24+ years of accumulated knowledge, lessons learned from millions of calculations, and a platform that continues to evolve based on what professionals actually need in the field.
24+ Years of Customer-Driven Evolution
Customer Need: Engineers struggled with complex ASCE 7-05 calculations that required hours of manual work and were prone to errors.
Our Response: We created the first web-based wind load calculator, automating the most tedious aspects while maintaining engineering rigor. Customers told us they needed confidence in the results, so we added detailed calculation reports showing every step.
Customer Need: Building officials across different jurisdictions had varying requirements for documentation and PE seal formats.
Our Response: We introduced customizable report formats, jurisdiction-specific output options, and PE seal integration. When customers in Florida told us about Miami-Dade's unique HVHZ requirements, we built specialized tools to address those needs.
Customer Need: The industry transition to ASCE 7-10 created confusion. Customers needed to understand what changed, why it mattered, and how to apply new provisions correctly.
Our Response: We didn't just update the formulas—we created educational resources, comparison tools, and detailed commentary explaining the differences. Customers asked for both ASCE 7-05 and ASCE 7-10 in one platform during the transition period, so we provided both.
Customer Need: Architects and product manufacturers told us they needed wind load calculations earlier in the design process, before all building details were finalized.
Our Response: We added preliminary calculation modes, product selection tools, and integration options. When window and door manufacturers asked for batch calculation capabilities to help their dealers, we built that functionality.
Customer Need: ASCE 7-16 brought significant methodology changes. Customers needed accuracy, but they also needed speed—projects don't wait for lengthy calculations.
Our Response: We optimized our calculation engine to provide accurate ASCE 7-16 results in seconds, not hours. When jurisdictions asked for specific documentation about wind directionality and topographic factors, we enhanced our reports to provide that transparency.
Customer Need: Customers told us the technical accuracy was excellent, but they wanted the software to be more intuitive, especially for team members who weren't structural engineers.
Our Response: We redesigned the entire user interface based on hundreds of user interviews. We added guided workflows, intelligent defaults, and contextual help. Customers asked for mobile access for site visits, so we made the platform fully responsive.
Customer Need: The release of ASCE 7-22 came with new risk-based approaches and updated wind maps. Customers needed to understand the impact on their projects while managing both legacy and new projects.
Our Response: We launched WindLoadCalc.com as a modern, comprehensive platform supporting both ASCE 7-16 and ASCE 7-22. Based on feedback, we added project management features, team collaboration tools, and the Building Intelligence Platform (BIP) to help firms manage multiple projects and compliance requirements efficiently.
Customer Need: The industry continues to evolve with changing climate patterns, updated building codes, and emerging technologies.
Our Response: We remain committed to listening and evolving. Current development focuses on AI-assisted input validation, automated code compliance checking, and integration with popular design software—all requested by our customers.
What Makes Us Different
We Listen First, Build Second
Every feature we develop starts with customer feedback. We don't guess what engineers need—we ask them, learn from their challenges, and build solutions that work in the real world.
Jurisdiction Knowledge Built In
24+ years of permit submissions across all 50 states have taught us what building officials require. This knowledge is embedded in our report formats, documentation options, and compliance tools.
Accuracy + Speed
Customers told us they need both precision and efficiency. Our platform delivers PE-grade calculations in seconds, not hours, without sacrificing engineering rigor.
Education, Not Just Calculation
Customers asked us to not just calculate, but to help them understand. Our detailed reports, educational resources, and transparent methodologies empower professionals to make informed decisions.
Support That Understands
Our support team includes engineers who understand the challenges you face. When you ask a question, you get answers from people who have worked through the same calculations and dealt with the same jurisdictions.
Always Current
Building codes change. ASCE standards evolve. Local amendments are adopted. We stay ahead of these changes so you don't have to, updating our platform as jurisdictions update their requirements.
Real Improvements from Real Customers
From Engineers
- "Can you show the gust factor calculation steps?" → We added detailed gust factor breakdowns in calculation reports
- "I need to explain topographic effects to the building official" → We added topographic factor diagrams and detailed explanations
- "Can I import building data from my other projects?" → We built project templates and data import capabilities
- "What if I need both Components & Cladding and MWFRS?" → We integrated both calculation types with automatic parameter sharing
From Architects
- "I need preliminary wind loads during early design" → We created simplified input modes for conceptual design phases
- "Can you show wind loads on an elevation view?" → We added visual pressure diagrams and elevation exports
- "I work with teams across multiple time zones" → We built cloud-based collaboration and sharing features
From Building Officials
- "I need to verify the basic wind speed used" → We added ASCE 7 wind map references and zip code verification in reports
- "Show me the exposure category determination" → We added site photos, aerial views, and exposure justification sections
- "Our jurisdiction requires specific PE seal placement" → We made seal placement and format fully customizable
From Product Manufacturers
- "My dealers need to spec products quickly" → We created dealer portals and product selection wizards
- "Can you batch calculate for entire subdivisions?" → We built bulk calculation and reporting features
- "I need to show my product meets the required rating" → We added product performance comparison tools
From General Contractors
- "I need calculations before the engineer is on board" → We offer preliminary calculations for budgeting and planning
- "Can I see what wind loads apply to different parts of the roof?" → We created zone-specific pressure diagrams
- "The building inspector wants to see the calculations on site" → We made all reports accessible via mobile devices
Why This Customer-Driven Approach Matters
Wind load calculations aren't academic exercises—they're critical determinations that affect structural safety, project budgets, permit approvals, and liability. The difference between a tool built in isolation and one built through constant customer feedback is the difference between theoretical functionality and practical utility.
When you use Wind Load Solutions and WindLoadCalc.com, you benefit from:
- Proven Reliability: Millions of calculations performed, thousands of permits approved, across all 50 states and every wind exposure condition
- Real-World Tested: Features developed and refined through actual use, not theoretical requirements
- Jurisdiction Awareness: Understanding of what building officials require, because we've worked with them for 24+ years
- Continuous Improvement: Regular updates based on ongoing feedback from current projects and emerging challenges
- Future-Proofed: A platform that evolves with changing codes, standards, and industry needs
Our Ongoing Commitment
The past 24+ years have taught us that the best wind load calculation platform isn't the one with the most features—it's the one that best serves the actual needs of working professionals. We remain committed to:
- Listening to customer feedback and acting on it
- Learning from jurisdictions and building officials to ensure compliance
- Staying ahead of code changes and standard updates
- Providing education and transparency, not just calculations
- Supporting professionals with expert knowledge and responsive service
- Innovating in ways that solve real problems, not just adding features
When you choose Wind Load Solutions, you're choosing a partner that has grown and evolved alongside the industry for over two decades. We're not newcomers trying to disrupt what works—we're experienced professionals who have learned what works through 24+ years of listening, building, and improving based on your needs.
Join Thousands of Satisfied Professionals
Engineers, architects, contractors, manufacturers, and building professionals across the United States trust Wind Load Solutions for their critical wind engineering needs. Our customer-driven approach means that the platform you use today is better than yesterday, and tomorrow will bring further improvements based on real-world feedback.
Experience the difference that 24+ years of listening and learning makes. Try WindLoadCalc.com and discover why professionals choose a platform built for them, by people who understand their challenges.