Wind Mitigation Inspections
A wind mitigation inspection checks your home’s wind-resistant features. These features can be anything from door/window coverings to the way your roof is attached to your home to how your roof is sealed to prevent water from entering. Though a wind mitigation inspection is not required to get home insurance in Florida, it can result in substantial savings.
What are we looking for?
Roofing System
What is the age, type and condition of the roof? Does is follow current roofing codes?What type of nails are being used? Is there a waterproofing layer? Are their leak indications? and more!
Doors & Windows
Do your doors and windows have protection ratings? What level or protection are they? Entry Doors, Garage Doors, Windows, and Skylight Glass Checks.
Storm Readiness
Overall, your insurance company is looking to see how well your home will hold up to storm damage.
How Does a Wind Mitigation Inspection Help Me?
The Florida Unified Wind Mitigation form is utilized by insurance providers to qualify your home for discounts on your homeowners insurance policy. Generally speaking, when you're provided with a quote it is provided at the highest dollar value you will be charged. The wind mitigation form then assists cyou in reducing yourannual cost by proving construction methods that make your home less susceptible to storm damage.