Wind mitigation inspections are prevalent in areas where hurricanes and other severe weather events may occur. However, they can be beneficial for homeowners in any area, as they can help to reduce the risk of wind damage.

Florida Sweet Life Home Inspections, Inc. wind mitigation inspections typically cover the following areas:

• Roofing: We will look at the type of roofing material used, how it is attached to the structure of the house. We will also check for any signs of damage or wear and tear.

• Windows and doors: Our inspectors will look at the type of windows and doors installed in your home, as well as how they are secured. They will also check for any signs of damage or wear and tear.

• Garage doors: The inspector will look at the type of garage door installed in your home, as well as how it is secured. They will also check for any signs of damage or wear and tear.

• Secondary water resistance: We will look at features that can help prevent water from entering your home during a storm, such as hurricane shutters, storm panels, and water-resistant seals around windows and doors.

• Framing and foundation: The inspector will look at the overall construction of your home, including the framing and foundation. They will check for any signs of weakness or damage.

Our inspector will take photos of the features they inspect and document their findings in a report. This report can be used to show your insurance company that your home has certain features that make it more resistant to wind damage. This may lead to savings on your homeowners insurance premiums.

Here are some specific examples of wind mitigation features that an inspector may look for:

• Hip roofs and gable roofs: Hip roofs and gable roofs are considered to be more wind-resistant than other roof types, such as flat roofs.

• Metal roofs: Metal roofs are also more wind-resistant than shingle roofs.

• Plywood roof sheathing: Plywood roof sheathing is more wind-resistant than oriented strand board (OSB) sheathing.

• Roof straps: Roof straps are metal straps that attach the roof trusses to the walls of the house. This helps to prevent the roof from being blown off in high winds.

• Impact-resistant windows and doors: Impact-resistant windows and doors are designed to withstand the impact of flying debris.

• Hurricane shutters or storm panels: Hurricane shutters and storm panels are designed to protect windows and doors from wind and flying debris.

• Water-resistant seals: Water-resistant seals around windows and doors can help to prevent water from entering the house during a storm.

• Garage door bracing: Garage door bracing can help to prevent the garage door from being blown in during high winds.

Most inspectors who perform home inspections can also perform wind mitigation inspections. If you are interested in getting a wind mitigation inspection, you should contact Florida Sweet Life Home Inspections, Inc.