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FORTIFIED Animation: Hurricane & HWH - Gables

Publication Date

August, 2015

Video showing how to install gables properly to ensure a secure roof frame per IBHS FORTIFIED Home standards.

Wind Resistant Roof Systems

Publication Date

September, 2008

Video describing attic ventilation methods for wind and water-resistant roofs to comply with FLASH Strong Home guidelines and improve hurricane resitance.

What Type of Connection is Critical in Creating a Continuous Path Differing Loads?

Publication Date

May, 2014

Video demonstrating how all connections are critical in creating a continuous path for loads acting on a building (from the exhibition Designing for Disaster at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.© National Building Museum (2014))

Below Deck Spray Foam Insulation for Existing Roofs

Guide describing how to add spray foam insulation to the underside of the existing roof deck as part of the conversion of a vented attic to an unvented, insulated attic.