Research The wind performance of asphalt shingles and its change with age and weathering is one of the most challenging research problems currently facing the building science community. A new research study of asphalt shingle performance in Southwest Louisiana during Hurricane Laura (2020) describes how shingle age plays a role in damage and how other…
Research After testing many asphalt shingle products, IBHS researchers learned there are specific characteristics that help distinguish one manufacturer from another. This guide was developed to help claims adjusters and underwriters identify manufacturers of installed shingles. Guidance [Members Only] Asphalt Shingle Patterns Identification Guide
Home / Hail / Impact Resistance of Synthetic Composite Shingles Asphalt Shingle Durability The roof is a building’s first line of defense against weather, and damage to roof coverings is a leading driver of insurance losses. One of IBHS’s key research objectives is to identify high-quality roofing products and provide consumers with clear, performance-based information. Research Our analysis of asphalt…
IBHS in The Seattle Times: As the winter chill sets in, it’s time to think about protecting your home from the elements.
San Francisco, CA, April 19, 2023 – Today ZestyAI, the leading provider of climate and property risk analytics solutions powered by artificial intelligence (AI), and the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) released new research examining catastrophic losses from severe convective storms, particularly hail. The study focuses on hail-driven losses in property and casualty insurance.
As hail damage increases, IBHS research is changing the approach to reducing losses.
How to prepare your home or business for hurricane season.
Anne D. Cope, PhD, P.E. Chief Engineer Dr. Anne Cope joined IBHS in 2009 just a few months before the groundbreaking for the construction of the IBHS Research Center in Richburg, South Carolina. As the Chief Engineer, she leads the development of research programs to improve the performance of structures in hurricanes, wildfires, severe thunderstorms,…
IBHS’s Dan Gorham explains how California’s building code can help communities prepare for wildfire.
Data from the Hail Frequency Analysis 2008-2017 is available to Members for download.
