FORTIFIED by IBHS
GAF hits major milestone with 650+ individuals from more than 350 GAF Master Elite® companies trained to be FORTIFIED certified, protecting communities against severe weather
GAF is expanding the pool of roofing professionals equipped to make resilient FORTIFIED™ roofs more accessible to homeowners across the country. GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, is celebrating a major milestone in the company’s alliance with the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS). ...
Building a resilient future
Residential contractors are beginning to see a shift towards more durable, long-lasting roofing solutions. Is the change worth it? As we continue into the 2025 calendar year, residential contractors are taking note of a very obvious shift in homeowners’ needs. In an industry where asphalt shingles once reigned supreme above ...
Exploring the science of a safer built environment
By Emma Peterson. This podcast from FORTIFIED by IBHS is a must-listen for anyone interested in the steps being taken to protect people and property from future natural disasters and hazards. Every roof’s first and foremost job is to protect the building and inhabitants beneath from the elements. These can include everything ...
CertainTeed announces FORTIFIED™ Roof Certification and two new products for enhanced performance and durability
Whether building new, re-roofing or retrofitting, the FORTIFIED Roof standard helps ensure homes are better protected against both everyday weather and extreme storms. CertainTeed®, a leading North American manufacturer of sustainable building materials, has announced a new collaborative effort with the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), reinforcing its ...
Select Polyglass roofing products now compliant with FORTIFIED Roof standard from IBHS
High-performance roofing solutions now support resilience-focused construction nationwide. Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, is proud to announce that its roofing systems are now compliant with the FORTIFIED Roof™ standard, developed by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS). FORTIFIED Roof is a national ...
National Snow Guards Safety Month continues through March
During National Snow Guards Safety Month messages of safe installation practices and the need for snow guards are being shared nationwide. Throughout the month of March, the roofing industry is placing extra attention on the value and safety associated with snow guards. Expert safety support Snow guards are sturdy pieces designed to be ...
GAF and IBHS establish first-of-its-kind Alliance to expand access to FORTIFIED Roofing Program, protecting more homes before and after severe weather events
Expanded product offerings, newly-created training program and industry-leading warranty from GAF to help at-risk communities build resilience against weather-related disasters. GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America's largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, and the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), an independent, nonprofit, scientific research and communications organization, ...
Building storm safety standards
By Emma Peterson. Learn how IBHS raised the standard in storm protection with their FORTIFIED roofing program. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth spoke to Fred Malik of Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) and Ben Murphy of Ben Murphy Company. The duo came specifically ...
Fortifying your construction methods
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the three standards of building that keep your clients and their homes safer in dangerous weather. Severe weather storms are some of the most unpredictable and damaging events a roof might face. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth spoke to Fred ...
Enhancing home safety and business with FORTIFIED roofing standards
By Adam Cabrera. The FORTIFIED program from IBHS focuses on enhancing roof durability against severe weather. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth spoke with experts Fred Malik and Ben Murphy from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) to discuss their FORTIFIED program ...
