FORTIFIED Roof
Several FORTIFIED Bronze requirements are NOT REQUIRED to earn the new FORTIFIED Roof designation.
No longer required as part of FORTIFIED Roof are:
- Uplift resistance of wide gable end overhangs.
- Enhanced gable end sheathing.
- Strengthened wide vinyl and aluminum soffits.
- Workflow streamlined for Evaluators and roofers.
Focused Protection
Focus is on strengthening the roof, a home’s first line of defense against severe weather.
Roofer-Specific
Scope of work is now limited to work routinely performed by roofers.
Streamlined Workflow
Workflow is now streamlined for Evaluators and roofers, making process easier.
Simpler Brand
New name is more meaningful to homeowners and roofing contractors.
For superior protection from hurricanes, tornadoes and other severe weather events, choose FORTIFIED Gold.
The National Standard for Resilience
* Required in Hurricane Prone Areas Only
** Required for the optional Hail
Supplement to a FORTIFIED designation.