You need to renew your FORTIFIED™ Certificate every 5 years and you will need to hire a FORTIFIED™ Evaluator to renew your certificate each time. You can choose a new evaluator every 5 years or you can stay with your previous evaluation company. Here are some things to consider when making this decision.
Re-designation is usually a simple process, however, many homeowners do not know that they can put their certificate at risk. Making changes to the exterior of your home without the proper documentation might be problematic. Whether it be a new roof or an addition don’t risk your FORTIFIED ™ Certificate; call Knockout Inspections today!
A FORTIFIED certificate does not last forever. Today’s post will go over the basic steps towards renewing your certificate so that you can continue to enjoy your insurance discounts and higher home values.
A FORTIFIED certificate does not last forever. Every certificate expires 5 calendar years from when it was issued.
FORTIFIED GOLD™ is the last level of the FORTIFIED program. A FORTIFIED Gold ™ home starts with a FORTIFIED Roof™ and includes all FORTIFIED Silver™ requirements. So what else is added to reach the FORTIFIED Gold™ level?
FORTIFIED Silver™ is the 2nd level of the FORTIFIED program. A FORTIFIED Silver home starts with a FORTIFIED Roof™.
FORTIFIED Roof™ is the primary, critical level of the FORTIFIED program. All FORTIFIED Homes must qualify for a FORTIFIED Roof™.
Each level of fortified builds on the one before it. FORTIFIED Roof™ is the first, critical level and all FORTIFIED houses will qualify for FORTIFIED Roof™. To go to the next level, more strengthening practices will be added each time.
When the weather gets bad, you head inside and expect your home to protect you from the storm. A roof is your home’s first defense against high winds and rain. What happens if your roof is not up to the job?
The roof of a FORTIFIED Home ™ may be stronger, but what are the real advantages for the homeowner?