Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety
@IBHS_org
At IBHS, we research the impact of severe weather on homes and businesses to find actionable solutions. #disasterprep
Interested in learning about the benefits of the #FORTIFIED program? In addition to helping protect your home against severe weather events, the program includes: 🏗️ Beyond code construction based on decades of #research. 👷 A directory of service providers trained on the…
🗝 A sealed roof deck is a key part of a #FORTIFIED Roof, helping keep the water out during severe weather. The good news? Your contractor has flexible options to meet this requirement, tailored to your budget and style. Learn more about a sealed roof deck and what options are…
#DidYouKnow FORTIFIED requires ring-shank nails instead of common smooth ones? This is because ring-shank nails, installed in an enhanced pattern, nearly double the strength of your roof against wind force. 🌬️ Learn more about #FORTIFIED standards: fortifiedhome.org
When a #hurricane is in the forecast, shutters can protect your windows from flying debris and help keep out damaging winds. ✔️ 🪵 Plywood should only be used in place of shutters as a last-minute resort when tropical weather is imminent. If plywood must be used, be sure it’s…
#Wildfire research in action! 🔥 Take a look at a recent wind-driven building-to-building fire spread experiment performed by our #IBHS team. This #research investigates the proper spacing between buildings to ensure their resilience in the face of extreme fires. Learn more at…
This summer, @IBHS_org building #science took a leap forward one #hailstone at a time. 🤜 🤛 In this month's episode of the Disaster Discussions #Podcast, IBHS #scientists provide a recap of the 6-week @NSF_ICECHIP project and the path ahead for the data collected. 🎧 Tune in…
The #roof is a home's first line of defense against severe #weather. Do you trust yours to stand up to high wind and torrential rain this #HurricaneSeason? 🌀 Re-roof to #FORTIFIED and have peace of mind that you've put the latest building #science in place against Mother…
Get the proven solution to storm damage this #HurricaneSeason: FORTIFIED. ✅ Start by assembling your team by finding a qualified service provider through our directory at fortifiedproviders.com.
Calling all North Carolinians - especially those who live on the coast! #Hurricane season is underway, and there's still time to protect your home from high wind and torrential rain by re-roofing to #FORTIFIED. 🔨 By making the switch, you can even save on your insurance! Learn…
Having a #FORTIFIED Roof not only could provide you savings on your insurance, but peace of mind during the next storm. ⛈️ Hear from an #Alabama homeowner whose home experienced no damage from Hurricane Sally in 2020.
How can you tell a #FORTIFIED Home from others after a #hurricane? There isn’t a blue tarp on the roof. ❌🏠 Learn more about the FORTIFIED difference at fortifiedhome.org.
What does it mean to have a #FORTIFIED Home? For Stephanie, it meant peace of mind and a quicker return to normal life after #HurricaneSally. 🏠 🎧 Hear her story and see how FORTIFIED made all the difference.
When it's time to re-roof, have yours installed to withstand high wind and torrential rain. Get started by visiting fortifiedhome.org. Cuando llegue el momento de reemplazar tu techo, haz que lo instalen para que resista vientos fuertes y lluvias torrenciales. Comienza…
⚠️ Big FORTIFIED change coming up: After November 1, all #FORTIFIED roofs must be installed by a qualified FORTIFIED Wise #roofing contractor or a company with an active listing in the FORTIFIED Directory. Learn how to become certified at fortifiedhome.org/how-to-become-….
Whether on the coast or inland, #FORTIFIED helps home and business owners better withstand high wind events. Are you ready to join them? Get started at fortifiedhome.org.
Whether it's a tornado, severe thunderstorm, or #hurricane, the decisions you make before disaster strikes can make all the difference. Re-roofing to the #FORTIFIED standard is a smart, simple step that brings peace of mind knowing your #home is ready for whatever Mother Nature…
👷 Contractors and #roofing professionals build to the #FORTIFIED standard because it provides quality their customers can trust. 🔊 Hear from Sean at Fortitude Roofing on why he chose this storm-resilient standard.
#ICYMI: @gafroofing and the @ibhs_org formed a partnership to expand access to durable roofing materials that can be used to create FORTIFIED Roofs. Learn about the opportunities resilient roof systems create for contractors. #roofing #FORTIFIED #IBHS brnw.ch/21wUgGj
Year-Round #PrepTip: Organize your garage so you can easily store loose items and park your car under cover when severe weather, especially hail, strong straight-line winds, and tornadoes, are in the forecast. More tips at ow.ly/T6FE50WruZr via @ibhs_org. #BePrepared
Is your garage door wind-rated? If it's not, it could leave your home vulnerable this #HurricaneSeason. IBHS Meteorologist Rachael Gauthier shares ways you can protect your property with @WLOX: wlox.com/video/2025/07/…
