
Hurricane‑Proof Homes 2025: What the New FORTIFIED® Standard and Florida’s Roofing Code Mean for Buyers
Starting 1 January 2025, any project that wants a FORTIFIED® Home roof, Silver or Gold designation must follow the brand‑new 2025 FORTIFIED Home Standard. Key upgrades include:
* certified FORTIFIED roofers mandatory for every job;
* impact‑rated asphalt shingles (good/excellent on the IBHS shingle scale) if you want the