Videos

Video describing an easy method of properly securing soffits on your home per IBHS FORTIFIED Home guidelines.

Video describing home strengthening efforts in Alabama following 2011 tornados including recommendations based on FEMA guidelines.

Video showing the requirements for attic vents in homes to comply with IBHS FORTIFIED Home requirements.

Video showing key connection joints for a properly installed continuous load path per IBHS FORTIFIED Home specifications.

Video showing the requirements for ventilation openings in roofs to comply with IBHS FORTIFIED Home requirements.

Animated video showing how to properly apply roof decks in hurricane regions according to IBHS practices.

Video explaining why having a strong roof is so important in hurricane zones and recommendations on how to construct a roof that will stand up to hurricane force winds from LSU AgCenter.

Video discussing the components of a green roof.

Video demonstration of proper concrete or clay tile roofing, including underlayment per Weather Proofing America guidelines.

Video interview explaining the benefits of installing insulated concrete forms for both energy efficiency and disaster resistance in either new or existing homes for under $10,000. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Homes.

Video interview explaining the use of Simpson Strong Tie connectors for making walls and roofs more disaster resistant at a price of under $10,000. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Homes program.

Video showing how to create a continuous load path using hurricane straps and anchor bolts to comply with FLASH Strong Home practices.

Video describing hurricane ties and how they make your home more ready for severe weather by strengthening structural connections.

Video presentation describing wood framing design to withstand extreme forces from severe weather.

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

Video explaining the role of the evaluator in FORTIFIED roof installations, ensuring that the installation is up to code per IBHS requirements.

Video explaining additional steps not covered by roofers that homeowners should take to fortify their roofs to comply with IBHS guidelines.

Video explaining the role of the homeowner in installing a FORTIFIED roof to meet IBHS standards.

Video explaining additional steps not covered by roofers that homeowners should take to fortify their roofs according to IBHS guidelines.

Video describing how to fasten existing roof sheathing in retrofit or roof replacement scenarios to comply with high wind and hail standards from IBHS Fortified Home.

Video showing how to correctly install sheathing on existing roof deck in hurricane regions in accordance with IBHS Fortified Home practices.

Video describing best practices when installing sheathing for new roofs in high wind and hail areas to comply with IBHS Fortified Home guidelines.

Video showing how to install sheathing on new roofs in hurricane regions while following IBHS Fortified Home guidelines.

Video showing proper installation techniques for drip edges in high wind regions per IBHS Fortified Home building practices.

Video showing how to install drip edge on roofs in hurricane areas per IBHS Fortified Home standards.

Video showing how to correctly install sealed roof deck with self-adhered underlayment in accordance to IBHS Fortified Home protocols.

Video showing how to install starter strips on roofs using self-adhered technology to prevent moisture damage while complying with IBHS Fortified Home specifications.

Video showing how to install starter strips on roofs using roof cement to prevent moisture damage while complying with IBHS FORTIFIED Home specifications.

Video showing how to install synthetic underlayment over taped seams on roof deck per IBHS Fortified requirements.

Video showing how to seal the roof deck with tape per IBHS Fortified Requirements.

Video showing how to install felt underlayment in hurricane areas, per IBHS Fortified requirements.

Video explaining the effects that lightning damage can have on a home and ways to make your home more resistant to lightning strikes per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video showing proper attic ventilation systems for hurricane-prone regions compliant with IBHS Fortified Home standards.

Video presentation describing steps to properly install roofs and shingles in high wind zones.

Video showing steps to protect homes from flood damage using both dry flood-proofing and wet flood-proofing methods per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video showing how to protect your home against both earthquakes and high winds and how similar design strategies can work for both events per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video explaining the potential hazard of lightning strikes and how to prepare your home to resist strikes. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Home guidelines.

Video showing how to protect your home via Huber ZIP System Roof Sealing and Tape from moisture problems arising from high wind or hurricane damage per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video showing damage that can occur during high wind times from poor window and door installments that lead to a weak points in the home's envelope and how to fix these problems per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video overviewing how to make a home flood resistant, meaning that they can be quickly restored to their original condition after a natural disaster. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video that explains the need to secure shingle tabs and steps to take to seal shingle tabs on your roof per IBHS guidelines.

Video presentation covering seismic and wind design for wood-framed structures on the topics of load path continuity, building codes, and shear wall design alternatives.

Video presentation explaining proper roof membrane and shingle installation, including key weak points where moisture can get in during a disaster weather event.

Video showing how differently constructed homes stand up to a hurricane and how it can be easy to retrofit a home to make it hurricane resistant using Simpson Strong Tie.

Video illustrating the importance of a properly installed continuous load path in homes for the home's structural integrity including where and how to properly install bracing measures per IBHS FORTIFIED Home specifications.

Video from the Weather Channel showing a Q&A interaction for common questions about steps homeowners can take to prepare their homes for high winds per IBHS recommendations.

Video presentation providing top-to-bottom overview of wind-resistant construction methods for wood-framed structures using past weather disturbances to illustrate points.

Video describing the principles of creating IRC-compliant walls with full sheathing according to APA - The Engineered Wood Association practices.

Steve Easley details the 2009 IECC residential requirements regarding Water and Moisture issues. Flashing, windows, water leaks and kick out flashings are all discussed.

Video showing how a home reacts in high wind conditions and certain easy-to-install measures homeowners can take to keep their home intact with recommendations from IBHS FORTIFIED Home.