FORTIFIED Home™

An older or storm-damaged roof isn’t just cosmetic, it’s a vulnerability. With #HurricaneSeason approaching, now is the time to take a closer look at your home’s first line of defense. If you’re re-roofing, building to the #FORTIFIED standard can help reduce the risk of costly damage from high winds and torrential rain. Learn more at fortifiedhome.org/roof/.

It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week - is your home ready for #HurricaneSeason? The roof is a home’s first line of defense against high winds and rain. Make sure it’s built with the strength of a FORTIFIED Roof. It’s not too late to re-roof and protect what matters most. Get started today for peace of mind all season long at fortifiedhome.org/roof/.

The roof is your home’s first line of defense against severe weather. When it fails, damage can quickly cascade. 🔎 Make sure your roof is ready for hurricane season by checking for signs of aging, like curled or cracked shingles, or schedule an inspection with a qualified contractor. Need to re-roof? Ask for the @FORTIFIEDHome standard – proven to perform in high winds.

Stronger roofs start with stronger collaboration. 🤝 Through our alliance with GAF, we’re building a pipeline of qualified roofing professionals delivering #FORTIFIED roofs, giving homeowners a better way to strengthen their homes and reduce storm risk. Together, we’re expanding access to resilience for communities nationwide. Learn more about the impact at gaf.com/fortified.

The work of the @LAInsuranceDept and the @AlabamaDOI demonstrate how IBHS can grow resilience at scale to make homes safer, reduce disaster losses, and help communities recover faster as risk exposure grows nationwide. Programs like Strengthen Alabama Homes and Louisiana Fortify Homes have enabled thousands of homeowners to build or retrofit to the @FORTIFIEDHOME standard and signals the growing investment in solutions to reduce risk and strengthen communities.

It was a productive day, meeting with @IBHS_org and my colleague, 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗺𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗙𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗿. Together, we discussed the incredible progress our states are making with the @FORTIFIEDHOME standard. This is important to homeowners because Louisiana and Alabama aren't just participating in resilient construction—we are leading the nation. By increasing uptake of FORTIFIED standards, we are helping homeowners build stronger, safer and more insurable communities.

Rebuilding after a disaster takes more than materials, but also the right people, skills and approach. 🛠️ In Part 2 of @IBHS_Org's Disaster Discussions Podcast, IBHS Director of Construction Shawn Macomber breaks down the biggest challenges facing the industry today, from labor shortages to building stronger for severe weather. He also shares how rebuilding after Hurricane Katrina shaped his path to the IBHS Research Center. 🎧 Listen now at youtu.be/bVD3YIoLpJk.

Reduce the risk of a "blue roof" after the next storm. Ask your roofing contractor for FORTIFIED. Learn more at fortifiedhome.org.

#DidYouKnow 60% of Americans aren’t confident their community could rebuild quickly after a major disaster? In Part 1 of @IBHS_Org's Disaster Discussions Podcast, host Rachael Gauthier explores the people powering recovery, the nationwide skilled labor gap and how the @HomeDepotFound is helping close it.

GAF - Roofing has partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Tuscaloosa, Alabama to expand access to fortified roofing systems for homeowners across West Alabama, beginning with a roof replacement for a local veteran. Read more ➡️ brnw.ch/21x1UzN

How many ways do you have setup to receive severe weather alerts? Be sure to have at least 3! 📻 Weather Radio 📱Phone Alerts 📺 Local TV 💻 Social Media 📲 Weather Apps #okwx ibhs.org/thunderstormre…

GAF, Habitat for Humanity partnership brings FORTIFIED Roof Systems to storm-prone market bit.ly/4cKhT0i

If your roof isn't ready for this year's #HurricaneSeason, it could lead to costly damage, displacement and headaches. Re-roofing to the #FORTIFIED standard - proven to withstand high wind and rain - protects your home and peace of mind. Learn more at FORTIFIEDHome.org.

When wind-driven rain gets inside your home, damage escalates fast. That’s why protecting doors and windows matters during severe weather. FORTIFIED requires that openings like doors and windows, are tested to withstand both pressure and impact. Hear from @IBHS_org’s Managing Director of Atmospheric Science Ian Giammanco on why this is critical: youtu.be/KrYDznRDSrw

Investment in your home’s storm resilience = peace of mind when the next storm hits. Building to #FORTIFIED means your roof is designed using the latest science to stand up to high wind and rain. Learn more via @Southern_Living on why it’s a smarter choice for coastal homes: southernliving.com/most-vulnerabl…

We can't control the next storm, but we can minimize damage to our properties. Based on the latest building science, FORTIFIED strengthens homes against high winds and rain. Learn how to better protect your family with #FORTIFIED: fortifiedhome.org

Resilient construction is not only good for tenants, but is great for developers, too. 📈 In fact, a study by @ALInsuranceCtr shows the return on investing in FORTIFIED Multifamily™ can be as high as 72 percent. Learn about more benefits of FORTIFIED Multifamily at fortifiedmultifamily.org.

Your garage door might be your home’s weakest link in a storm. ⛈️ 🌪️ As the largest opening of your home, it can fail under high winds letting pressure build inside that can lift the roof and push out walls. FORTIFIED Silver™ & FORTIFIED Gold™ require a wind-rated garage door to prevent this damage during severe weather. Learn more: youtu.be/WE2u1k4F91s

El daño causado por tormentas puede afectar seriamente tu vida, provocando reparaciones costosas, desplazamientos y estrés. Con un techo #FORTIFIED, puedes proteger lo que más importa. FORTIFIED está diseñado para resistir vientos fuertes, ayudándote a regresar a casa más rápido.

Storm damage can wreak havoc on your life, leading to costly repairs, displacement and stress. With a #FORTIFIED Roof, you can protect what matters most. FORTIFIED is built to withstand high winds, giving you a home to return to faster.