Florida university engineers are studying wave-shaped roofs and walls that reduce wind pressure. What could this mean for hurricane damage and homeowners insurance? Continue Reading Could Wave-Shaped Buildings Reduce Hurricane Damage in Florida?
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Stronger Building Codes in Florida Reduce Storm Damage
Florida’s Building Code Is Working. Why Does That Matter for Homeowners and Insurance? Quick Answer Florida’s stronger building standards appear to be making a measurable difference when hurricanes strike. Research highlighted by Lisa Miller & Associates found that homes built under newer Florida Building Code standards performed better than older homes during recent hurricanes. That… Continue Reading Stronger Building Codes in Florida Reduce Storm Damage