Getting a Roof Grant in North Carolina? Here’s How a FORTIFIED™ Evaluator Helps

If you’re a North Carolina homeowner looking at a new roof, you’ve probably heard about the Strengthen Your Roof program — and about FORTIFIED™ roofs that stand up better in hurricanes and high winds.

Here’s the part that often gets missed: a stronger roof alone isn’t enough for the grant or the official certificate. Someone independent has to check the work and document it the right way.

That’s where we come in.

At Fortified Evaluators, LLC, we don’t put roofs on houses. We’re the IBHS-certified team that walks the process with you and your contractor so nothing important gets missed — and so you’re set up for certification (and grant reimbursement) without last-minute surprises.

Why you need an evaluator (in plain English)

Insurance companies and grant programs don’t just take anyone’s word for it. They need proof that key steps were done correctly while the roof was going on — things like how the deck was attached, how the underlayment was installed, and whether the sealed roof deck was done right.

Those photos and records have to be taken at the right moments. Waiting until the dumpster is gone is usually too late.

What working with us looks like

1. We start before tear-off — We look at your home and project, confirm you’re a good fit for FORTIFIED™, and help you understand which level makes sense (often FORTIFIED Roof for grant-style re-roofs).

2. We keep your contractor on the same page — We share a simple checklist of what to photograph at each stage, so your crew isn’t guessing.

3. We double-check the details — We review everything against IBHS standards and flag gaps early, while they’re still easy to fix.

4. We submit for your certificate — Once the package is ready, we send it to IBHS and help answer follow-up questions until you have your official FORTIFIED™ certificate in hand.

We help homeowners and roofing partners across North Carolina, Alabama, Minnesota, Texas, Florida, South Carolina, Maine, and more states as programs grow.

A simple checklist if you’re thinking about a grant

• Ask your roofer about FORTIFIED™ before they start tearing off shingles

• Make sure an independent evaluator is lined up for the right days

• Ask how insurance savings and grant timing work in your area

• Keep your certificate safe — you’ll need it for insurance, and for renewal (usually every 5 years)

Want help getting this right the first time?

Call us at 1-888-413-9499 or email Office@FortifiedEvaluators.com. We often have same-week openings — and we’re happy to talk through your situation before you commit.

Your roof protects your family. We’re here to make sure the paperwork protects your investment, too.