Learn about FORTIFIED Roofs and FORTIFIED Roof Alternatives by Shifflett Roofing and Exteriors.
Your home is already your castle, but with a FORTIFIED roof, it can be your fortress. The Insurance Institute for Business and & Home Safety (IBHS) developed the FORTIFIED Home™ program to help better protect homeowners from worsening weather events.
Severe weather such as hurricanes, torrential rainfall, hail, and strong winds batter New Orleans area residents each year, and Mother Nature isn’t getting any gentler. A FORTIFIED roof is designed to withstand the future, saving you money and heartbreak.
What Makes a Roof FORTIFIED?
There are several design aspects that make a FORTIFIED Roof uniquely secure. Every FORTIFIED Roof must have the following:
- Anchored attachments: Roofs are less likely to detach from your home in heavy wind when they have the secure attachments FORTIFIED roofs require.
- Tougher fasteners: Many roofers use standard nails in their construction, but the IBHS regulations require ring-shank nails and screws that are less likely to be ripped out by wind.
- Water-resistant seal: FORTIFIED roofs have a water-resistant layer applied, designed to prevent water from coming into the home even if shingles have been ripped off in a storm.
- Sturdier shingles: The IBHS lays out several standards that shingles for FORTIFIED roofs must meet to provide sufficient wind protection.
- Reinforced edges: Edges are bolstered and designed so the wind cannot push up underneath a FORTIFIED roof.
Why Are More Homeowners Choosing FORTIFIED Roofs?
FORTIFIED roofs are becoming a popular choice for homeowners because of their practicality and long-term benefits.
Worsening Weather
Data shows that severe weather events like hurricanes, tornadoes, and other storm events are increasing. People living in areas prone to hazardous weather are realizing that traditional roofs aren’t standing up to heavy rain, winds, or debris.
Smart Financial Planning
FORTIFIED roofs are typically more expensive upfront than a traditional roof, but will actually save homeowners more over time. Repair costs can add up, so preventing them with a FORTIFIED roof is a practical investment. A FORTIFIED roof also lasts longer and might lower your insurance premiums.
Insurance Incentives
Insurance companies are wary of increasing storms affecting their bottom line, and many are now requiring FORTIFIED roofs for homes to meet their standards for coverage. Even if your insurance company doesn’t require a FORTIFIED roof, they might offer a substantial discount if you have one.
Resale Value
A FORTIFIED roof is a huge selling point for buyers. They’ll see the home as sturdier, and a safer investment for their future.
Shifflett Roofing and Exteriors FORTIFIED Systems
Shifflett Roofing and Exteriors installs FORTIFIED roofs that protect your home from the Gulf Coast’s gnarliest weather. Whatever the forecast holds, you can rest easy knowing that your FORTIFIED system was installed by expert New Orleans roofers with decades of experience. With the best warranties in the area, we offer more than just a handshake at the end of a job. Look forward to years of lower insurance premiums and repair headaches.
FORTIFIED Grant Program
Did you know that there are several state-sponsored programs and grants that can provide funding for a FORTIFIED roof upgrade? Their funding is limited, but homeowners can enter lotteries to receive money for weather-resistant upgrades to their roofs.
Many qualifying homeowners haven’t taken advantage of these programs yet. Some might not be aware the programs exist or don’t understand how much stronger their roofs could be with FORTFIELD upgrades. Unfortunately, not everyone will receive funding and the application process can be drawn out and troublesome, which might be why some homeowners have opted out. Grants might not cover all expenses, either.
FORTIFIED Roof Alternatives
If a comprehensive FORTIFIED plan is not in your budget, you can still make strategic, lower-cost roofing choices for superior weather protection and insurance compliance. The FORTIFIED roof system is based on one set of IBHS requirements, but there are ways to bolster your roof without meeting 100% of these standards. Insurance companies may still take you on as a client or offer lower premiums if you can show them alternate roofing plans that increase durability.
Affordable Solutions from Shifflett Roofing and Exteriors
Find a roofing approach that works for you with Shifflett Roofing and Exteriors. We can install a fully FORTIFIED roof for superior weather defense, or find alternative methods that still protect your home and lower your insurance premiums. Features like reinforced barriers or stronger shingles can make a world of difference and be easier on your budget.
Schedule a free consultation and speak with the experts at Shifflett Roofing and Exteriors about roofing solutions that save you money right now and in the long run. Secure your home, secure your future.
