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Roofing Funding

FHLB Dallas Boosts Funding for Storm-Resistant Roofing

More funding targets storm-ready roofs nationwide

May 10, 2026

FHLB Dallas expanded funding for fortified roofing and housing programs in 2025, directing millions toward projects that improve resilience against severe weather.

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FORTIFIED Roofs

Louisiana Orders Insurers to Offer FORTIFIED Roof Discounts

New rule takes effect Jan. 1, 2027

Tanja Kern

March 16, 2026

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Louisiana insurers must begin offering premium discounts for homes built to FORTIFIED standards under a new regulation aimed at reducing hurricane losses and stabilizing insurance costs.

FORTIFIED ROOFS

Polyglass Roofing Products Meet IBHS FORTIFIED Roof Standard

Underlayments and membranes approved for storm-resistant roofing systems.

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 6, 2026

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Polyglass roofing membranes and underlayments now qualify for use in IBHS FORTIFIED Roof projects designed to improve wind and weather resistance.

FORTIFIED ROOFS

GAF Trains 1,100 Roofers in FORTIFIED Standard

Alliance with Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety Marks One Year

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 20, 2026

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GAF says it has trained more than 1,100 roofing professionals in the IBHS FORTIFIED program, expanding access to resilient roof standards nationwide.

Commercial Roofing

Commercial Roof Performance Under Intensifying Storm Pressure

Flashing failures, edge securement and aging systems are emerging as key vulnerabilities as insurers push for performance beyond code minimums.

Tanja Kern

February 19, 2026

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Severe storms are exposing weak points in commercial roofs — and insurers are paying close attention.

Techos Resistentes a Tormentas

FHLB Dallas Asigna Millones para Vivienda en 2026

$20 millones destinados a techos resistentes a tormentas

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 17, 2026

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El Banco Federal de Préstamos para la Vivienda de Dallas destina millones para programas de vivienda en 2026, incluyendo $20 millones para techos resistentes a tormentas y $17 millones para compradores de vivienda por primera vez.

Storm-Resistant Roofs

FHLB Dallas Allocates Millions for 2026 Housing

$20M targets storm-resistant roofing

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 17, 2026

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Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas commits millions for 2026 housing programs, including $20 million for storm-resistant roofing and $17 million for first-time buyers.

Shows News

Polyglass Showcases Resilient Roofing at IBS 2026 Expo

Manufacturer highlights FORTIFIED-aligned roofing and waterproofing systems engineered for fire, wind, and moisture protection at Booth W7459.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 27, 2026

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Polyglass will spotlight high-performance roofing and waterproofing solutions designed to help builders protect homes against extreme weather at IBS 2026.

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Manufacturing News

Select Polyglass Products Now Compliant with FORTIFIED Roof Standard

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 1, 2025

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Polyglass products qualified for use as a component of a FORTIFIED Roof include a wide range of self-adhered underlayments and anchor sheets.

2025 Metal Special Section

Metal Momentum

Market forces drive metal roofing in 2025 and beyond

Melissa Dunson

October 13, 2025

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From record-breaking storms to soaring insurance premiums, homeowners are rethinking what “roof over your head” really means. Discover how a perfect storm of climate, policy, and innovation is driving a nationwide shift toward stronger, smarter, and more sustainable metal roofs.