FORTIFIED Home™ Evaluation Services
Hurricane & High Wind | Coastal & Inland Protection | Certified Documentation
Build Stronger. Certify with Confidence.
At Southern Integrity Real Estate Inspections, we provide independent third-party FORTIFIED Home™ evaluations for homeowners, builders, and roofing contractors seeking verified storm-resilient construction.
A FORTIFIED designation means your home has been built or retrofitted to standards that go beyond basic building code requirements — helping it better withstand high winds, hail, and severe weather.
Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) developed the FORTIFIED Home™ program as a voluntary construction and re-roofing standard designed to strengthen homes against severe weather events.
The program focuses on critical areas such as:
Enhanced roof deck attachment
Sealed roof deck systems to reduce water intrusion
Improved shingle and underlayment installation
Proper flashing and edge details
Verified continuous load path connections
The goal: reduce damage, minimize costly repairs, and increase long-term durability.
What Is FORTIFIED Home™?
The Evaluation Process
Initial Consultation – Determine eligibility and scope.
Project Coordination – Review materials and installation requirements.
On-Site Verification – Inspect and document required components.
Submission to IBHS – Upload documentation for review.
Certification Issuance – IBHS issues official designation upon approval.
Proper scheduling is critical, as certain items must be verified before they are covered.
Request an Inspection
Whether you’re a homeowner protecting your investment or a professional seeking a dependable inspection partner, Southern Integrity Real Estate Inspections is here to help. Scheduling an inspection is simple — just click the link below to submit your request, and I’ll personally follow up to guide you through the next steps.