US EditionNorth Carolina Insurance Underwriting Association Celebrates 15,000 FORTIFIED Homes, Strengthening State's Coastal Resilience
- North Carolina celebrated the installation of its 15,000th fortified roof, designed to protect homes from severe weather, on March 21, 2025, as reported by the North Carolina Insurance Underwriting Association .
- NCIUA has invested over $100 million to help homeowners meet the FORTIFIED Roof standard, leading to a 34% reduction in claims during hurricanes, according to research from North Carolina State University.
- Despite the program's success, unused grant funding remains a concern, as these grants are currently taxed as income under federal law, prompting advocates to urge Congress for an exemption.
- Research found that homes with fortified roofs are 34% less likely to file claims and experience 22% less damage compared to standard constructions during hurricanes.
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North Carolina Insurance Underwriting Association Celebrates 15,000 FORTIFIED Homes, Strengthening State's Coastal Resilience
WILMINGTON, N.C., March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The North Carolina Insurance Underwriting Association (NCIUA) reaffirmed its commitment to building a stronger, storm-ready North Carolina today at an event celebrating a major milestone: more than 15,000 FORTIFIED Roof™ designations statewide. The…
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