Podcast Episodes

The Journey to 100,000 FORTIFIED Designations

Episode 80

What does it take for a resilient construction standard to grow from a regional initiative into a movement with 100,000 designations nationwide?

In th…

10 hours ago

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Supplemental Insurance Benefits of FORTIFIED Roofs

Episode 79

A FORTIFIED Roof is designed to help protect your home against severe weather—but could it also provide benefits when it comes to your homeowners ins…

1 week ago

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FORTIFIED Provider Requirements

Episode 78

What does it really take to become a certified FORTIFIED service provider—and what does it take to keep that certification?

In this episode of The FOR…

2 weeks ago

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FORTIFIED Standards for Coastal Corrosion Protection

Episode 77

Living near the coast comes with incredible views—but salt, moisture, and coastal air can be tough on the metal components holding a home together.

In…

3 weeks ago

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Defining Design Pressure & the Ratings for Openings

Episode 76

What does a Design Pressure (DP) rating actually tell you—and how do you know whether a window, door, garage door, or other opening is rated appropri…

4 weeks ago

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Roof Qualifications and Definitions

Episode 75

What exactly makes a roof eligible for a FORTIFIED designation—and when you’re replacing a roof, which roof areas actually have to be included?

In thi…

1 month ago

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Qualifying Dwellings and Foundations

Episode 74

What’s underneath your home can determine whether it’s eligible for a FORTIFIED designation.

In this episode of The FORTIFIED Factor, our AI Experts, …

1 month, 1 week ago

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Checklist Review Part 2: Silver & Gold

Episode 73

In this episode of The FORTIFIED Factor, the AI Experts informed by Knockout Inspections continue their deep dive into the FORTIFIED documentation ch…

4 months ago

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Checklist Review Part 1: Roof

Episode 72

In this episode of The FORTIFIED Factor, the AI Experts informed by Knockout Inspections break down the first section of the 2025 FORTIFIED Home™ Re-…

4 months, 1 week ago

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Flashing Guidelines for Steep-Sloped Roofs

Episode 71

In this episode of The FORTIFIED Factor, the AI Experts (informed by Knockout Inspections) break down flashing guidelines for steep-sloped roofs—one …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

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