Thunderstorm Ready–Residential

Severe thunderstorms can occur anywhere in the country. Whether you’re building a new home, remodeling, or preparing for severe weather, IBHS has science-backed tips to help. Prepare now and be Thunderstorm Ready. Prepare Your Home for Spring Thunderstorms (Tornadoes and Hail) Get prepared for spring storms with these steps to reduce damage to your home.   Low-Cost, Last-Minute…

What to Do After a Damaging Spring Storm

If your home has experienced storm damage, learn what to do next.  1. Call your insurance agent Cost: $0 Time: ASAP The sooner you act the better. Contact your insurance agent or insurer as soon as you can. Provide a general description of the damage and have your policy number handy if possible. Write down the adjuster’s…

Thunderstorm Ready

Severe thunderstorms can occur anywhere in the country. Whether you’re building a new home, remodeling, or preparing for severe weather, IBHS has science-backed tips to help. Prepare now and be Thunderstorm Ready. RESIDENTIAL Prepare Your Home for Spring Thunderstorms (Tornadoes and Hail) Get prepared for spring storms with these steps to reduce damage to your home.   Low-Cost,…

Renovating or Re-Roofing?

If you’re renovating or re-roofing, consider these upgrades that will make your home stronger against severe weather. 1. Upgrade to Good or Excellent impact-rated shingles based on IBHS testing Cost: $3,000–$6,000* Time: 1-3 Days *1,500–3,000 square-foot house. Not all shingles labeled as impact resistant perform well against hail. Your roof is your home’s first line of…

Low-Cost, Last-Minute Prep for Severe Weather

If severe weather―including tornadoes, hail, or high winds―has been forecast for your area, follow these last-minute steps to help reduce damage to your home. 1. Close your garage door and all interior doors Cost: $0 Time: 10 minutes Give your roof a fighting chance. In addition to closing exterior doors and windows, closing your garage door…