What Is a FORTIFIED Roof?
A FORTIFIED Roof™ is a strong roofing product that was developed by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS). It is designed to withstand hurricanes, high winds, hail, and heavy rain and also serve as the home’s first line of defense against life-threatening weather events—particularly in the coastal areas of Louisiana and Mississippi, where storms are a daily fact of life.
At Sunbelt Roofs, we install IBHS-certified FORTIFIED Roof™ systems with pride to give homeowners greater strength and peace of mind.
What Materials Does a FORTIFIED Roof Use?
Durable, Tested Components for Maximum Strength
A FORTIFIED Roof™ is not made with traditional materials. It involves the use of impact-resistant shingles, reinforced roof decking, specialized underlayments, and advanced fasteners like ring-shank nails. All these factors render your roof sealed, secure, and wind uplift and water penetration resistant.
Sunbelt Roofs utilizes the best roofing materials available that meet or exceed FORTIFIED standards—perfect for Gulf Coast homeowners seeking rock-solid protection.
The Three Levels of a FORTIFIED Roof™ System
Customized Resilience Based on Your Risk
FORTIFIED has three levels of protection:
FORTIFIED Roof™ (Base Level)
Strengthens and protects your roof system, including edge fortification and increased shingle anchoring to resist uplift and water intrusion.
FORTIFIED Silver™
Protects vulnerable areas like gables, ridges, and overhangs, continuing to reduce risk for wind and water events.
FORTIFIED Gold™
Spans out to the roof to propping windows, doors, garage doors, and the full building envelope with full structural storm protection.
How Do You Get a FORTIFIED Roof Installed?
Work with a Certified Roofing Professional
Use this process to have your FORTIFIED Roof™ installed and certified:
Step 1: Inspection & Assessment
A certified roofing contractor (like Sunbelt Roofs) examines your current roofing structure and recommends improvements.
Step 2: Installation & Upgrades
Based on the chosen FORTIFIED level, we reinforce decking, impact-resistant materials, and IBHS-tested fastening methods.
Step 3: Final Certification
A certified inspector checks the installation. If it meets all standards, your home is now certified through the FORTIFIED Roof™ program.
Where Are FORTIFIED Roofs Most Popular?
Ideal for Coastal & Storm-Prone Areas
FORTIFIED Roofs are particularly famous in coastal and hurricane-prone regions such as:
Mississippi & Louisiana
Sunbelt Roofs shields Louisiana and Mississippi homeowners, as FORTIFIED roofing becomes a requirement for hurricane season resilience and insurance discounts.
Best Advantages of a FORTIFIED Roof™
Why Homeowners Have Faith in the FORTIFIED Standard
✅ Better Storm Protection
FORTIFIED Roofs withstand 130+ mph winds, with your house remaining secure in Category 3 hurricanes.
✅ Insurance Discounts
The majority of insurers offer premium discounts on FORTIFIED-certified homes since the risk of storm damage is reduced.
✅ Increased Safety
By reinforcing roof-to-wall anchors and sealing roof decks, FORTIFIED roofs reduce the risk of catastrophic loss or collapse.
✅ Higher Property Value
A certified FORTIFIED Roof is a home-buying advantage, enticing homebuyers who want additional protection and lower insurance rates.
✅ Long-Term Cost Savings
Lower repair claims, lower insurance claims, and increased energy efficiency mean big long-term savings.
Hire Sunbelt Roofs for a Certified FORTIFIED Roof
Whether reconstructing after a storm or remodeling for peace of mind, Sunbelt Roofs is your licensed FORTIFIED Roof™ system installer for Louisiana and Mississippi. We utilize local expertise, high-quality materials, and deep experience with weather-resistant roofing methods.
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Serving: Mississippi & Louisiana
Mississippi: 228-222-5255 | Louisiana: 985-805-6921
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