Build a Stronger, Safer, Storm-Ready Home
Troy Construction Design strengthens homes using the IBHS FORTIFIED standards for wind, hail, hurricane & extreme-weather protection.
What Is FORTIFIED?
FORTIFIED Home™ is a nationally recognized resilience program developed by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS)
Superior Roof Strength
Engineered to withstand extreme wind, hail, and storm conditions
Reduced Storm Damage
Proven to minimize damage from hurricanes, tornadoes, and severe weather
Lower Insurance Premiums
Save up to 50% on homeowner's insurance with FORTIFIED certification
Third-Party Certification
Independent IBHS verification ensures quality and compliance
Three Levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold
Each level builds upon the previous, providing increasing protection and resilience
Entry Level
Mid-Tier Protection
Why FORTIFIED Matters in California
While California isn't in the hurricane zone, extreme weather events are increasing. FORTIFIED standards protect against:
The FORTIFIED Advantage
Beyond storm protection: financial savings, peace of mind, and long-term value
Insurance Savings
Save up to 50% on homeowner's insurance premiums with FORTIFIED certification
Structural Stability
Enhanced resistance to wind, hail, and extreme weather events
Lower Repair Costs
Reduce lifetime maintenance and storm damage repair expenses
Property Value
Increase home value with third-party resilience certification
Proven Results
FORTIFIED homes have withstood Category 5 hurricanes with minimal damage
Third-Party Certified
Independent verification by IBHS ensures quality and compliance
Wildfire-Ready Construction for California Homes
FORTIFIED standards strengthen homes against wind and impact—but California homeowners face a dual threat: wind + wildfire
The California Wildfire Reality
Events like the Paradise Fire (documented in Fire in Paradise and the Apple TV film about the heroic bus driver) show how quickly entire communities can be lost to ember showers, radiant heat, and firestorm conditions.
If more Paradise homes had FORTIFIED-grade roof systems, sealed decks, ember-resistant vents, and fire-retardant coatings—many could have survived.
Combined Protection for High-Risk Zones:
What If Paradise Homes Had:
- FORTIFIED Sealed Roof Decks
Continuous barriers preventing ember intrusion through roof gaps
- Ember-Resistant Vents
Blocking windblown embers from entering attic spaces
- Fire-Retardant Coatings
Protective barriers slowing ignition and buying critical time
- Perimeter Hardening
Defensible materials and spacing preventing structure-to-structure spread
Troy Construction Design integrates BOTH: FORTIFIED engineering standards for wind/hail protection AND wildfire-resilience systems to create truly comprehensive home defense.
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Advanced Fire Protection Options: Sun Fire Defense & FS Pro
Combine FORTIFIED structural upgrades with proven fire-retardant coating systems
Sun Fire Defense
Professional Fire-Blocking Coating System
Sun Fire Defense creates a protective fire-blocking coating designed to reduce ignition and improve survivability during ember showers and radiant heat exposure.
- Slows ignition from flying embers and radiant heat
- Applied to roofs, siding, eaves, and vulnerable surfaces
- Long-lasting protection with minimal maintenance
- Increases critical time for firefighter defense
FS Pro
Transparent Fire Retardant System
FS Pro is a fire-prevention system that applies a durable, transparent fire retardant to vulnerable surfaces to slow ignition and increase the time firefighters have to defend a structure.
- Transparent formula maintains natural appearance
- Proven effectiveness in wildfire conditions
- Ideal for wood siding, decks, fences, and trim
- Professional application for maximum protection
Complete Triple-Threat Protection
Troy Construction Design is uniquely positioned to offer all three systems working together:
FORTIFIED Standards
Wind, hail & hurricane protection through structural engineering
Fire-Retardant Coatings
Sun Fire Defense & FS Pro applications for ember/heat resistance
Wildfire Risk Analysis
Property hardening evaluation & defensible space planning
Lessons From Paradise, California
How modern construction science could have changed the outcome
The Paradise Fire Story
The 2018 Camp Fire destroyed the town of Paradise, California in a matter of hours. The Fire in Paradise documentary and the Apple TV film about the heroic bus driver who guided schoolchildren to safety show the raw human cost of wildfire disasters.
85 people lost their lives. Nearly 19,000 structures burned. Entire neighborhoods vanished in ember showers and firestorm conditions that overwhelmed traditional construction methods.
But it didn't have to be this way.
What Failed in Paradise
- • Unsealed roof decks allowed ember intrusion
- • Unprotected vents became entry points
- • Combustible materials ignited from radiant heat
- • Standard construction couldn't resist ember storms
- • Close structure spacing enabled rapid spread
Modern Solutions Available Today
- • FORTIFIED sealed roof decks block embers
- • Ember-resistant vents prevent intrusion
- • Fire-retardant coatings slow ignition
- • Hardened materials resist radiant heat
- • Defensible space planning breaks fire chains
California Homeowners: You Have Access to These Advancements Today
Don't wait for disaster to strike. FORTIFIED standards + FS Pro + Sun Fire Defense give you proven protection before the next fire season.
"We can't change what happened in Paradise, but we can ensure future communities are built to survive. That's our mission at Troy Construction Design."
— Troy, Founder
How We Build FORTIFIED
From evaluation to certification, we guide you through every step
Initial Evaluation
Our team assesses your home's current condition and recommends the right FORTIFIED level
Construction & Upgrades
Expert installation of roof reinforcements, sealed decking, and structural improvements
Final Verification
Independent IBHS inspector verifies all work meets FORTIFIED standards
5-Year Certification
Receive official FORTIFIED designation and documentation for insurance discounts