WIND MITIGATION INSPECTIONS
What is Wind Mitigation?
Wind mitigation refers to specific features of a structure designed to minimize the damage caused by high winds, like those experienced during a hurricane. Most of these features involve the roof, though protection of openings such as doors and windows, as well as the overall age of the home are also taken into consideration.
A Wind Mitigation Inspection Can Save You Money
The purpose of a wind mitigation inspection is to provide verification that features exist in a home to protect against wind damage, resulting in discounts or rebates on your insurance premiums. The level of discount varies significantly, but savings can go as high as 40%. After the inspection, we will provide you with the paperwork you need to submit to your insurance company.
What Does a Wind Mitigation Inspection Cover?
A wind mitigation inspection is not as comprehensive as a full home inspection and typically takes between 30 minutes to one hour. The items that we look for during the inspection include, but are not limited to, the following:
- The age of the roof covering
- The age of the home
- How is the roof deck attached to the frame?
- How is the truss attached to the wall?
- The presence of gable end bracing
- Is there a secondary water barrier?
- Are doors and windows adequately protected?
Wind Mitigation Inspections in Tallahassee and Surrounding Areas
Boom-Gen provides wind mitigation inspections in Tallahassee, Crawfordville, Wakulla Springs, Carrabelle, Marianna, Havana, Llyod, Miccosukee, Wacissa, Centerville, and surrounding areas. Not sure if that's you? Give us a call at (850) 631-7238 or send us an email.
Start saving on your homeowners insurance with a wind mitigation inspection. Schedule now or give us a call at (850) 631-7238.