As a homeowner, making sure your house can withstand severe weather or natural disasters is likely top of mind. That’s where a fortified home evaluator comes in to assess the home’s resilience and recommend the best next steps for you. However, knowing what to ask during the evaluation can be challenging since there can be …
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Keeping up with cleaning for the exterior of your home enhances its curb appeal and protects it from damage – both of which help maintain its value. Routine cleaning prevents grime, mold, and mildew buildup, which can lead to costly repairs. Let’s go over the simple, effective steps to clean your home’s exterior like a …
Storms can unleash significant damage on your home, and the roof is often the first line of defense. After a storm, checking your roof for damage is essential to catch issues early and maintain your roof’s integrity. This article will explore common types of roof damage caused by storms, the signs to look out for, …
Your home is your castle, but is it ready to stand strong against severe storms? If you live in an area prone to hurricanes, hail, or other severe weather, you might worry about your roof’s ability to protect your home. Developed by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), a Fortified roof is …
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Your FORTIFIED Home certificate has an expiration date. Every 5 years, a renewal inspection from a FORTIFIED Evaluator is required to maintain your home’s significant status.
Your certificate has an expiration date (currently March of the year your home was finished being built.) You must renew your certificate before March of the following year to maintain your certificate’s validity. If you fail to renew your certificate after the year of expiration, this can be a very costly mistake…
Important information regarding the FORTIFIED program ⚠️
If you’re involved in real estate, then you have probably come across these two important terms: appraisal and inspection. While they may seem to be looking at the same areas of a property, they usually have different goals, explains John Haas of Haas Properties.
Hiring a FORTIFIED™ Evaluator is the most important step in getting your certificate. In a previous post, we talked about how to hire a FORTIFIED™ Evaluator. Today we’re going to outline how your evaluator will help you.
In a previous post we talked about changes that can put your for FORTIFIED™ Certificate at risk. But what if you have already made those changes?