IBHS encourages you to share this content with your colleagues and policyholders. For questions or co-branding requests, please contact IBHS Member Relations Director Joy Stokes (813-675-1050 / jstokes@ibhs.org).

Downloads available to members only. Please log in to continue.

Latest Content

10 Steps to Prepare Your Business During National Preparedness Month is our latest commercial content, which offers a snapshot of the new OFB-EZ toolkit and how it can help your commercial policyholders prepare for the myriad of risks they face.

DOWNLOAD

FORTIFIED

FORTIFIED Commercial

Is Your Commercial Roof FORTIFIED? (2019)
FORTIFIED: New IBHS Commercial Construction Tools Protect the Bottom Line (2015)

Hail

Routine Maintenance Can Protect Your Commercial Roof from Convective Storms (2020)
Protecting Your Business from Hail (2019)
From Coast to Coast, and Everywhere in Between: Prepare Now for Severe Weather (2019)
Resources for National Small Business Week (2019)
Battle Business Disruption with a Generator (2018)
Protecting Roof-Mounted HVAC Units from Severe Weather (2018)
Hail Guards: Protection for Roof-Mounted HVAC Equipment Infographic (2017)
8 Ways to Maintain Your Commercial Roof – Infographic (2016)
Commercial Roofs: Best Practices Guide (2016)
Reduce Hail Hits to Your Business (2016)
Commercial Habitational Property Roof Covers: Creating a First Line of Defense Against High Wind, Hail and Wildfire (2014)
Benefits of Properly Maintaining Roof-Mounted Equipment (2012)
Protection from the Top: The Importance of Commercial Roof Cover Maintenance and Repair (2012)
Benefits of Properly Maintaining Roof-Mounted Equipment (2011)

Hurricane

3 Actions to Prepare Your Business for Hurricanes During COVID-19 (2020)
Five Actions to Prepare Your Business During National Preparedness Month (2019)
Critical Maintenance Can Protect Your Business from Hurricanes (2019)
From Coast to Coast, and Everywhere in Between: Prepare Now for Severe Weather (2019)
Resources for National Small Business Week (2019)
Battle Business Disruption with a Generator (2018)
Protecting Roof-Mounted HVAC Units from Severe Weather (2018)
PTAC Vulnerability Areas and Inspection Checklist Infographic (2018)
Windows, Wind & Windborne Debris: How to Protect Your Business from Hurricanes & Shutter Guide (2018)
Business Protection Lessons Learned: 25 Years After Hurricane Andrew (2017)
How to Prepare Your Commercial Roof for Hurricanes & Other High-Wind Events (2017)
8 Ways to Maintain Your Commercial Roof – Infographic (2016)
Commercial Roofs: Best Practices Guide (2016)
Inspection Checklist for Photovoltaic (PV) Arrays on Commercial Roofs Infographic (2016)
Preparing Your Business for El Niño (2016)
Commercial Habitational Property Roof Covers: Creating a First Line of Defense Against High Wind, Hail and Wildfire (2014)
Roof Drainage for Commercial Buildings: Preventive Maintenance on Gutters, Drains and Scuppers (2014)
EIFS: Importance of Proper Installation, Maintenance and Special Hazard Considerations (2013)
Mitigation Lessons from Sandy: How to Protect Your Business from the Next Storm (2013)
Roof Protection Begins at the Edge (2013)
Benefits of Properly Maintaining Roof-Mounted Equipment (2012)
Commercial High Wind Checklist for Concrete Masonry Walls (2012)
Commercial High Wind Checklist for Large Doors (2012)
Commercial High Wind Checklist for Metal Edge Flashing (2012)
Commercial High Wind Checklist for SPM Roof Covers (2012)
Proper Maintenance and Timely Repairs: How to Protect Your Business from Storm Damage (2012)
Protection from the Top: The Importance of Commercial Roof Cover Maintenance and Repair (2012)
Windows, Wind and Windborne Debris: How to Protect Your Business from Hurricanes (2012)
Benefits of Properly Maintaining Roof-Mounted Equipment (2011)
Commercial Hurricane Readiness: The Human Factor (2011)

Other

Building Maintenance Amid COVID-19 Health Protections (2020)
How to Reopen Your Building After It’s Been Closed (2020)
5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Building During a Temporary Closure (2020)
6 Ways to Prevent a Virus from Disrupting Your Business (2020)
Preventing Avoidable Loss: How IBHS Protects Businesses Against Severe Weather (2019)
Five Actions to Prepare Your Business During National Preparedness Month (2019)
Lessons Learned from the IBHS Hurricane Symposium, Facing the Storm: The Case for Business Resilience (2019)
Battle Business Disruption with a Generator (2018)
“Business Strong” 2018: How IBHS Protects Businesses Against Severe Weather (2018)
Hot Work Permit Programs – Helping Small Businesses Reduce Fire Risks (2018)
How to Protect Your Business Against Power Surges (2018)
Protect Your Construction Site from Severe Weather: Plan. Prepare. Act. (2018)
PTAC Vulnerability Areas and Inspection Checklist Infographic (2018)
5 Ways to Prevent an Electrical Room Fire (2017)
From Research to Risk Management: How IBHS Research Helps Protect Commercial Facilities and Operations (2017)
Tall Wood Buildings Are Gaining Attention in the Construction World (2017)
IBHS Research Center Overview (2016)
Inspection Checklist for Photovoltaic (PV) Arrays on Commercial Roofs Infographic (2016)
Business Resilience: The Importance of Going Green and Building Strong (2015)
Managing Commercial Risk Through Mitigation: Recent Business Protection Developments from IBHS (2015)
Modern Building Codes: The Foundation for Business Protection (2015)
Protecting Vacant Commercial Property (2015)
Advancing Building Science to Enhance Business Protection: Recent Research from IBHS (2014)
Commercial Electrical Fires: Simple Measures to Prevent Electrical Fires (2014)
Roofing the Right Way: How to Select a Commercial Roof Contractor (2014)
A Prescription for Disaster Resilience: The Importance of Mitigation for Healthcare Facilities (2013)
EIFS: Importance of Proper Installation, Maintenance and Special Hazard Considerations (2013)
Fire Sprinkler Maintenance and Operation: A Guide for Small Business (2013)
Protecting Perishables: Don’t Let Spoilage Ruin Your Business (2013)
The Bottom Line on IBHS Business Protection Research: Recent Developments from the Test Chamber and Beyond (2013)
TRIA and Terrorism Risk Mitigation: A Business Protection Overview (2013)
Commercial Building Codes: Protecting Lives and Livelihoods (2012)
Disaster Safety R&D: Innovations in Business Protection from IBHS (2012)
Hot Work: Don’t Let a Small Welding Job Result in Major Damage (2012)
Green Building and Disaster Resistance: Economic and Environmental Help for Business Owners (2011)
How Disaster Research in South Carolina is Strengthening Business across America (2011)
Steps for Reducing the Risk of Agricultural Fires and Property Losses (2011)

Tornado

Routine Maintenance Can Protect Your Commercial Roof from Convective Storms(2020)
Five Actions to Prepare Your Business During National Preparedness Month (2019)
From Coast to Coast, and Everywhere in Between: Prepare Now for Severe Weather (2019)
Resources for National Small Business Week (2019)
Battle Business Disruption with a Generator (2018)
Protecting Roof-Mounted HVAC Units from Severe Weather (2018)
How to Prepare Your Commercial Roof for Hurricanes & Other High-Wind Events (2017)
8 Ways to Maintain Your Commercial Roof – Infographic (2016)
Commercial Roofs: Best Practices Guide (2016)
Inspection Checklist for Photovoltaic (PV) Arrays on Commercial Roofs Infographic (2016)
Preparing Your Business for El Niño (2016)
Commercial Habitational Property Roof Covers: Creating a First Line of Defense Against High Wind, Hail and Wildfire (2014)
Roof Protection Begins at the Edge (2013)
Benefits of Properly Maintaining Roof-Mounted Equipment (2012)
Commercial High Wind Checklist for Concrete Masonry Walls (2012)
Commercial High Wind Checklist for Large Doors (2012)
Commercial High Wind Checklist for Metal Edge Flashing (2012)
Commercial High Wind Checklist for SPM Roof Covers (2012)
Proper Maintenance and Timely Repairs: How to Protect Your Business from Storm Damage (2012)
Protection from the Top: The Importance of Commercial Roof Cover Maintenance and Repair (2012)
Benefits of Properly Maintaining Roof-Mounted Equipment (2011)
Steps to Reduce the Risk of Tornado Damage in Commercial Structures (2011)

Water/Rain

From Coast to Coast, and Everywhere in Between: Prepare Now for Severe Weather (2019)
Prevent Water Damage Through Proper Roof Drain Maintenance (2019)
Resources for National Small Business Week (2019)
Battle Business Disruption with a Generator (2018)
Protecting Roof-Mounted HVAC Units from Severe Weather (2018)
PTAC Vulnerability Areas and Inspection Checklist Infographic (2018)
Where It Rains – It Can Flood: Prepare Your Business to Minimize Damage (2018)
Preparing Your Business for El Niño (2016)
Commercial Habitational Property Roof Covers: Creating a First Line of Defense Against High Wind, Hail and Wildfire (2014)
Roof Drainage for Commercial Buildings: Preventive Maintenance on Gutters, Drains and Scuppers (2014)
Benefits of Properly Maintaining Roof-Mounted Equipment (2012)
Proper Maintenance and Timely Repairs: How to Protect Your Business from Storm Damage (2012)

Wildfire

From Coast to Coast, and Everywhere in Between: Prepare Now for Severe Weather (2019)
Reducing the Wildfire Risk (2019)
Resources for National Small Business Week (2019)
8 Steps to Prepare Your Business for Wildfire (2017)
Commercial Roofs: Best Practices Guide (2016)
Protecting Your Business from Wildfire (2015)
Commercial Habitational Property Roof Covers: Creating a First Line of Defense Against High Wind, Hail and Wildfire (2014)
Steps for Reducing the Risk of Agricultural Fires and Property Losses (2011)

Winter

Protect Your Business from Winter Weather (2020)
From Coast to Coast, and Everywhere in Between: Prepare Now for Severe Weather (2019)
Resources for National Small Business Week (2019)
Battle Business Disruption with a Generator (2018)
5 Ways to Winterize and Holiday-Proof Your Commercial Property (2017)
Snow Load Risks for Commercial Roofs Infographic (2017)
8 Ways to Prevent Frozen Pipe Damage for a Business Infographic (2016)
Commercial Ice Dam Guidance for Steep-Sloped Roofs (2016)
SNOW-MG! Preparing Your Business for Severe Winter Weather (2015)
Don’t Let Severe Winter Weather Put Your Business in a Deep Freeze (2012)
Guidance for Protecting Commercial Buildings from Winter Weather (2011)

Commercial Policyholder Resources for Members

Latest Content

Business Continuity

Earthquake

Flood

FORTIFIED Commercial

Hail

Hurricane

Other

Tornado

Water/Rain

Wildfire

Winter