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The FORTIFIED Factor

Knockout Inspections

An AI assisted podcast discussing all things resilient, reliable and severe-weather ready as it pertains to one of of your most important investments: YOUR HOME! This is a work product of Knockout Inspections. Our company has a team of in-house FORTIFIED Evaluators ready to answer any and all of your questions. Give us a call at 855-GO-FOR-KO, or visit fortifiedhome.com.

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22:09

Understanding ASTM Impact Ratings & Missile Levels

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/03/28

In this episode of The FORTIFIED Factor, we dive into the world of ASTM impact ratings and missile levels—key factors in building resilience against severe weather. We’ll break down what these ratings mean, how they’re tested, and why they matter for FORTIFIED homes and beyond. Whether you're a builder, inspector, or homeowner, understanding impact resistance is crucial for stronger, safer structures. Tune in to learn how these standards help protect homes from flying debris and extreme

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26:44

ASCE 7 Editions & FORTIFIED Home Design

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/03/21

Following our previous episode on ASCE 7 Standards, this episode covers the recent editions to ASCE 7 and how FORTIFIED Home Standards intersect. Together, these designs are strengthening homes nationwide! To learn more about ASCE 7, visit asce.org. For questions about FORTIFIED, give Knockout Inspections a call at 855-GO-FOR-KO, or visit fortifiedhome.com.

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20:49

ASCE 7 Standards: Design Loads for Buildings & Other...

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/03/14

Get ready to geek out over building codes! This episode is a deep dive into ASCE 7 - the nationally adopted loading standard for general structural design. More information on this subject can be found at asce.org.As always, if you have questions following this episode, give Knockout Inspections a call at 855-GO-FOR-KO or visit fortifiedhome.com.

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26:43

2025 FORTIFIED Roof, Silver & Gold Details

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/03/07

Take a deep dive into all the details of the 2025 FORTIFIED Standard at each level: Roof, Silver and Gold. Knockout Inspections is a national leader in FORTIFIED Evaluations and ready to help you achieve this collection of construction upgrades that work together to protect your home from severe weather.Questions? Give us Knockout a call at 855-GO-FOR-KO, or visit fortifiedhome.com.

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21:23

Winterizing Your Home - A Preparedness Guide

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/02/28

Is your home winter ready? Maybe it's not winter right now, but it never hurts to know how to prepare. This comprehensive episode covers everything you need to know on winterizing your home - including annual preparation, home upgrades, last-minute prep, and what to do after winter storms. To learn more on this topic, visit ibhs.org/winter-ready. And as always, you can call 855-GO-FOR-KO or visit fortifiedhome.com for any questions regarding your home's resilience.

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12:53

Severe Weather Preparedness & Recovery

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/02/21

Is your home thunderstorm ready? This comprehensive episode covers everything you need to know on severe weather preparedness and recovery - including annual preparation, home upgrades, last-minute prep, and what to do after severe weather. To learn more on this topic, visit ibhs.org/thunderstorm-ready. And as always, you can call 855-GO-FOR-KO or visit fortifiedhome.com for any questions regarding your home's resilience.

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14:57

Hurricane-Ready Home: Preparedness & Upgrades

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/02/14

Hurricane season runs from June 1st - November 30th. This episode goes over tips from the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) on how to plan ahead and prepare your home for hurricane weather. These tips can be found at ibhs.org/hurricanereadyhome. If you have any questions following this episode, call 855-GO-FOR-KO or visit fortifiedhome.com to get in touch with Knockout Inspections and our team of FORTIFIED Evaluators.

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16:43

FORTIFIED Roof - Attachment & Photo Requirements

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/02/07

How does a roof become a FORTIFIED Roof? Not only does a roofer have to follow the FORTIFIED building standards, but a FORTIFIED Evaluator also has to document the work through a set of required photos and attachments. Learn more about this required documentation in this episode of The FORTIFIED Factor.For questions or more information, call 855-GO-FOR-KO or visit fortifiedhome.com.

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18:56

Sealing Roof Deck Methods

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/01/31

Everything starts with a good foundation, or in FORTIFIED's case, a sealed roof deck. This episode covers the different methods for sealing a home's roof deck and the importance of doing so. Like everything with FORTIFIED, it's all about resiliency and the strength to stand up to high winds, hail, and major storms.If you have any questions following this episode, give Knockout Inspections a call at 855-GO-FOR-KO, or visit fortifiedhome.com.

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18:35

Wildfire Home Protection Guide

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/01/24

In response to the California wildfires, Knockout Inspections wishes to bring attention to the available guides and resources for wildfire preparedness provided by IBHS (the same institute that created the FORTIFIED Home program).If you have any questions following this episode, give us a call at 855-GO-FOR-KO, or visit fortifiedhome.com.

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19:00

FORTIFIED Commercial Building Standards

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/01/17

This episode is all about FORTIFIED Commercial and how its levels of Roof, Silver and Gold differ from the residential standards. Visit fortifiedcommercial.org for more on the Commercial Standard. You can also click here to view IBHS's technical document.As always, trust Knockout Inspections as your FORTIFIED Expert. Call 855-GO-FOR-KO or visit fortifiedhome.com to get in touch with any questions you may have.

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17:48

FORTIFIED Homes & It's Importance for REALTORS

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/01/10

In this episode, we're covering ten key talking points for REALTORS to know about the FORTIFIED Homes Program that can benefit their clients! Click here to download the coordinating PDF as a free resource!For any questions, visit fortifiedhome.com or give Knockout Inspections a call at 855-GO-FOR-KO!

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15:36

Changes to the 2025 FORTIFIED Home Standard

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2025/01/03

The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) has updated the FORTIFIED Home Standard for 2025! Whether you own an existing FORTIFIED Home, help clients buy and sell FORTIFIED Homes in your area, or build/roof to these advanced requirements, you'll want to take a listen to this summary of changes. After all, knowledge is power!Technical Documents referenced in this episode:Click Here to Download the 2025 FORTIFIED Standard Summary of Changes Click Here to Download the Full

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18:18

IBHS Research Center - All The Details!

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2024/12/27

The Insurance Institute of Business and Home Safety (IBHS) does a lot more than most people think, and their Research Center--located in Chester County, South Carolina--is equipped with state-of-the-art technology that significantly advances building science and influences residential and commercial structural design and construction, helping to create more resilient communities. Listen here to learn all about it!For any FORTIFIED questions following this episode, visit fortifiedhome.com or

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15:44

FAQs about FORTIFIED

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2024/12/20

Have questions about the FORTIFIED Home Program? This episode is for you! We're diving in to answer the most commonly asked questions about this enhanced building standard for stronger, safer homes. As leading experts in FORTIFIED evaluations, Knockout Inspections is the trusted source to answer these FAQs.If you have questions following this episode, please visit fortifiedhome.com or call us at 855-GO-FOR-KO.

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9:40

Strengthen Alabama Homes (SAH) Program

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2024/12/13

This week's episode is all about Strengthen Alabama Homes (SAH) Program, which provides grants to Alabama residents for residential wind mitigation on existing, owner occupied, single family homes. Funding for this program comes from the insurance industry in Alabama and is not funded from the state’s general budget, nor is it tied to a federally funded program. Recipients of the grant are awarded up to $10,000 to make FORTIFIED Roof or Silver upgrades to their home. Knockout Inspections is

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12:07

FORTIFIED Home - Alabama Premiums & Profits

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2024/12/06

In this episode of The FORTIFIED Factor Podcast, we dive into how FORTIFIED Home™ standards are reshaping the housing market in Alabama. Learn how these resilient building practices are driving down insurance premiums, boosting property values, and unlocking significant savings for homeowners and builders. We also explore the financial benefits for builders incorporating FORTIFIED into their projects and the long-term impact on communities. Whether you're a homeowner, builder, or industry

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12:50

Part 3 of 3: Becoming a FORTIFIED Pro - Builder

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2024/11/29

In the final episode of our series on certified FORTIFIED professionals, we turn our focus to the FORTIFIED Builder. Builders certified in FORTIFIED standards are uniquely equipped with specialized knowledge and skills to construct homes that can withstand intense weather events. We’ll discuss what it means to be a FORTIFIED Builder, the training involved, and how these professionals are essential to creating hurricane-resilient homes. Learn how FORTIFIED Builders work closely with

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10:19

Part 2 of 3: Becoming a FORTIFIED Pro - Roofer

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2024/11/22

In the second episode of our three-part series on the professionals certified in the FORTIFIED Home Program, we shine a light on the FORTIFIED Roofer. These experts play a crucial role in protecting homes by ensuring roofs are installed to meet rigorous FORTIFIED standards, which provide enhanced defense against severe weather. We’ll explore the skills, training, and techniques FORTIFIED Roofers use to build roofs that are tougher and more resilient. Discover how FORTIFIED Roofers

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9:45

Part 1 of 3: Becoming a FORTIFIED Pro - Evaluator

The FORTIFIED Factor ·

2024/11/15

In the first episode of our three-part series on the experts behind the FORTIFIED Home Program, we spotlight the FORTIFIED Evaluator—a key professional in making resilient, storm-ready homes possible. We’ll uncover the training and certification process FORTIFIED Evaluators undergo to assess homes for FORTIFIED standards, helping homeowners secure the best protection against severe weather. With Knockout Inspections' own team of in-house FORTIFIED Evaluators, we share insights into what it

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