Blueprint for Safety eNews -- After the Storm -- Florida

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Activities:

1. Roof Deck and Attachment

2. Secondary Water Barrier

3. Roof Covering

4. Roof Shape and Bracing Gabled Ends

5. Roof to Wall Connections

6. Opening Protection

7. Doors

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Rebuilding After the Storm

"Seven Things You Need to Know Before Rebuilding Your Hurricane Damaged Home"

When repairing or rebuilding after a storm there are a number of steps homeowners can take to strengthen their homes against future disasters. As an added benefit, Florida homeowners can now qualify for significant wind insurance discounts and credits that are available for building features that reduce damage during high wind events such as hurricanes.

Outlined in this issue are construction techniques that can significantly reduce your home's risk to wind and water damage and may qualify for insurance incentives.

Floridians can now strengthen homes and save money on homeowners insurance premiums.

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