The strongest, most insurance-friendly roof you can install.
Fortified Roof™ is the IBHS hurricane-grade install standard — sealed roof decks, ring-shank nails, enhanced edge details, and independent third-party certification. We install Fortified roofs to keep families dry and insurance bills down.
Engineered to keep going when ordinary roofs give up.
The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) developed Fortified Roof™ after decades of post-storm research showing that small upgrades to the install make a massive difference in storm survival. The standard is now recognized by every major Florida insurer.
The biggest gain isn't the shingle — it's the sealed roof deck underneath. If your shingles ever do blow off in a Cat 4 storm, the sealed deck is what keeps the rain out of your home until repairs can begin.
Fortified Roof — at a glance
- Standard
- IBHS Fortified Roof™
- Deck
- Fully sealed (taped or peel-and-stick)
- Fasteners
- Ring-shank nails
- Wind
- Enhanced edge details
- Insurance
- Wind-mitigation credits available
- Certification
- Independent IBHS evaluator
- Validity
- 5 years
Three big upgrades that change everything.
Sealed roof deck
Every seam in the roof decking is sealed with taped membrane or fully covered with peel-and-stick — so even if your shingles fail, water can't reach your insulation, drywall, or belongings.
Ring-shank nails
Standard smooth shank nails can pull out under sustained hurricane uplift. Ring-shank nails grip the wood mechanically — they don't let go.
Enhanced edge details
The roof edges — eaves, rakes, and gable ends — are where wind first gets under the roof. Fortified specifies upgraded drip edge, starter strip, and underlayment details at every edge.
Most Jacksonville homeowners save 15–35% on the wind portion of their premium.
Florida insurers reward roof systems that won't become tomorrow's claim. Wind-mitigation credits for Fortified roofs frequently pay back the upgrade cost in the first 5–7 years — and the roof itself lasts decades beyond that.
We also handle the My Safe Florida Home program paperwork for eligible homeowners.
Common questions about Fortified Roof.
What is a Fortified Roof?
Fortified Roof™ is a building standard developed by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) to make roofs dramatically more resilient against hurricanes, hail, and severe storms. The standard requires a sealed roof deck, ring-shank nails, enhanced edge details, and certified installation.
Does a Fortified Roof lower my insurance premiums?
Yes — most Florida insurers offer significant wind-mitigation credits for Fortified-certified roofs. Many homeowners see 15% to 35% reductions on the wind portion of their premium, and Fortified certification also satisfies grant programs like My Safe Florida Home.
How is Fortified different from a standard shingle install?
A Fortified install adds three things: (1) a fully sealed roof deck using taped seams or peel-and-stick membrane to keep water out even if shingles blow off, (2) ring-shank nails that resist withdrawal in high winds, and (3) enhanced edge details at eaves, rakes, and gable ends. It's certified by an independent IBHS evaluator.
Can I get a Fortified Roof on my existing home?
Yes. We can install a Fortified Roof system as part of any full roof replacement. The certification is verified by an independent third-party Fortified evaluator after the install, and you receive an official Fortified Roof™ designation valid for five years.
Want to know if a Fortified Roof is right for your home?
Free inspection. Honest answer. We'll tell you whether it's worth the upgrade for your specific home and insurance situation.
