Research

IBHS conducts research on full-scale residential structures to understand performance under real-world conditions. Results are used to inform the IBHS FORTIFIED Standards and other guidance.

Demonstration

Two full-scale, two-story, 1,300-square-foot houses were placed next to each other in the test chamber—one built using conventional construction standards common in the Midwest, and one built to IBHS’ FORTIFIED code-plus standards for the Midwest. Both were subjected to the same severe thunderstorm conditions.

Insights

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Guidance

Results of this study are incorporated into the IBHS FORTIFIED Standards, which are designed to help strengthen homes against high winds and other hazards.