Monthly Archives: November 2024

IBHS releases updated resilient construction standards

Richburg, SC, Nov. 21, 2024 – The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) today released the 2025 FORTIFIED Home™, FORTIFIED Commercial™ and FORTIFIED Multifamily™ construction standards. All three standards are updated periodically to align with building codes and design standards. Since its inception in 2010, the FORTIFIED program has set the benchmark for beyond-code construction and re-roofing, designed to reduce storm damage by strengthening areas of homes, commercial buildings and multifamily properties typically vulnerable to high winds and heavy rain.

IBHS Winter Weather Ready guide provides easy-to-do actions to help prevent property damage from colder temperatures

Richburg, SC, Nov. 14, 2024 – While summertime temperatures have lingered in many parts of the country, the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) reminds homeowners winter is around the corner and urges them to use the time now to reduce their risk of property damage – especially from frozen pipes – ahead of severe winter storms.