Wind Mitigation

A wind mitigation inspection examines a home’s ability to withstand damage during high winds or a hurricane.

If your home meets certain criteria, you may qualify to receive a discount on your homeowners insurance.

The following features can earn a discount:

Home Age

Home application permit is after March 1st, 2002.

Roof Age

Roof application permit is after March 1st, 2002.

Roof Geometry

Of the total roof perimeter, less than 10% has gable or flat features.

Roof Deck Nailing

“8d” nail size spaced 6 inches apart.

Roof to Wall Connection

Double wraps, clips, single wraps, and structural connection.

Underlayment Type

A self-adhering underlayment known as an SWR or Peel and Stick.

Window Opening Protection

All glazed openings protected by “impact rated” shutters or other devices. The windows can be “impact rated” alone.

Door Opening Protection

All solid entry doors including garage doors are protected by an impact rated shutter or be impact rated itself.

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