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What is a FORTIFIED Roof™?
When severe weather strikes, a FORTIFIED Roof keeps the wind and rain out, preventing a cascade of damage that can destroy your home and belongings.
FORTIFIED Roof was specifically designed to prevent damage that commonly occurs during high winds, hurricanes, hailstorms, severe thunderstorms, and even some tornadoes up to EF-2. No matter what type of roof you have—shingles, metal, or tile—the following FORTIFIED Roof requirements will make your home stronger.
Source: © 2022 FORTIFIED – A program of the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety
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With more than 20 years, RGR Construction & Roofing delivers craftsmanship that lasts. From roofing and restorations to full rebuilds, we protect what matters most—your home and your peace of mind.
NCIUA Grant Program:
Five-Step Process
Receive Up to $10,000 to
upgrade to a fortified roof
Application
The policyholder will submit their grant application through the Strengthen Your Roof website for Coastal Properties and Strengthen Your Coastal Roof for inland properties Grants are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Review
NCIUA reviews the application for pre-eligibility. IBHS – IBHS reviews the application to verify that the property is eligible for a FORTIFIED Roof™.
Construction
Once approved, the policyholder will request bid (s) from the contractor (s) through their Strengthen Your Roof dashboard.
Final Approval
After the construction is complete, the FORTIFIED Roof™ Evaluator will confirm the roof has been completed. Then all the required documentation for IBHS will be submitted.
Payment
NCIUA will distribute grant funds to the policyholder after everything has been submitted to the Association.
FAQ
Homeowners Ask About Fortified Roofs
Yes! Call us and we will assist you through the entire process
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An IBHS FORTIFIED Roof™ meets a specific standard, which was designed after decades of research, to provide greater protection from natural disasters.
Stronger Edges:
Roof damage often begins when wind gets underneath the roof edge and rips it away from the home. To help protect this vulnerable area, FORTIFIED requires specific materials and installation methods, including a wider drip edge and a fully adhered starter strip, that when used together create a stronger system.
Sealed Roof Deck:
If wind rips off roof covering (shingles, metal panels, or tiles) it exposes the wood beneath and allows water to pass through the gaps and enter your home. FORTIFIED requires roof decks to be sealed to prevent this type of water damage.
Better Attachment:
Instead of common smooth nails, FORTIFIED requires ring-shank nails, installed in an enhanced pattern, to help keep the roof deck attached to the home in high winds. In fact, using ring-shank nails nearly doubles the strength of the roof against the forces of winds.
For more information: Visit the IBHS website https://FortifiedHome.org/Roof/.
- Strength: Superior performance during severe weather
- Savings: Insurance premium discounts
- Value: Research suggests enhanced resale value
- Security: Comfort knowing that your roof is built to higher standards
An IBHS FORTIFIED Roof™ designation is an official certification confirming that a home or business has been constructed, renovated, or re-roofed in accordance with FORTIFIED standards. Issued by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), the designation is granted after a certified FORTIFIED Evaluator submits documentation and it undergoes review. This designation is required to receive grant payments, qualify for FORTIFIED insurance discounts, and obtain mitigation credits.
Yes. Many insurance companies offer significant premium discounts (sometimes 20–40%) for homes certified with a Fortified Roof.
RGR Construction works with you from start to finish — from grant application and insurance paperwork to Fortified installation and an SYR or SYCR assigned evaluator.
You may qualify if you:
Own a home in a coastal or storm-prone county (Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender, Onslow, etc.)
Are replacing your roof and upgrading to Fortified standards
Use a Fortified-certified contractor, like RGR Construction
Apply before the roof work begins
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