Articles Tagged with ''hurricanes''

Hurricane Erin’s 20-ft waves and 80-mph gusts threaten N.C.’s Outer Banks. Contractors are ready to respond to evacuations, flooding risks, and storm surge as they loom.

Twenty years after Katrina, Louisiana families are getting homes that can survive hurricanes. FORTIFIED standards cut storm damage 70%—and adoption is surging.

North Carolina expands hurricane protection with $20 million in grants for coastal residents to install storm-resistant roofs that cut claims by 35% and reduce damage severity.

The 10th Annual FORTIFIED Awards honor organizations that have helped at least 100 customers earn a FORTIFIED Home designation and contributed to the record number issued in 2024.

Los contratistas de techos de Florida deben actualizar sus contratos debido a una nueva ley que redefine las reglas de cancelación, amplía las responsabilidades del contratista y añade lenguaje de seguro requerido.

Florida roofing contractors must update their contracts following a new law that redefines cancellation rules, expands contractor responsibilities, and adds required insurance language.

A new study shows FORTIFIED homes in Alabama had up to 76% fewer claims during Hurricane Sally, proving the value of resilient roofing amid rising storm risks and material costs.