Old Roofing Is Removed
FORTIFIED does not allow a new shingle layer to simply be installed over an existing layer. The existing roof covering is removed so the roof deck can be inspected and upgraded.
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When your existing roof is ready to be replaced, upgrading to a FORTIFIED Roof™ can strengthen the parts of the roofing system that matter most during Gulf Coast wind and rain. Pro Roofing Solutions provides FORTIFIED roof replacement throughout Mobile County, Baldwin County, and surrounding South Alabama communities.
A conventional roof replacement often focuses on removing the old shingles or panels and installing a new roof covering. A FORTIFIED roof replacement goes further by addressing the underlying roof deck, fastening, water protection, roof edges, flashing, vents, and roof covering requirements.
That makes roof replacement one of the best times to upgrade an existing home to FORTIFIED standards. Once the old roof covering is removed, the roof deck is exposed and the contractor can correct or strengthen details that will be hidden again when the new roof is complete.
For homeowners in Mobile and Baldwin Counties, those upgrades are especially relevant because wind uplift and wind-driven rain are major concerns during hurricanes and severe Gulf Coast storms.
FORTIFIED re-roofing includes additional steps intended to reduce common points of failure during severe wind and rain.
FORTIFIED does not allow a new shingle layer to simply be installed over an existing layer. The existing roof covering is removed so the roof deck can be inspected and upgraded.
If the existing attachment does not already meet the applicable FORTIFIED requirements, the roof deck is re-nailed using specified ring-shank nails and spacing to improve resistance to uplift.
An approved sealed roof-deck method is installed to reduce water intrusion if the finished roof covering is damaged or removed during severe weather.
FORTIFIED re-roofing requires flashing to be replaced rather than relying on old flashing that may already be worn, damaged, or improperly integrated with the new roof.
Drip edge, starter strips, and edge attachment receive specific attention because roof edges experience severe pressures when high winds move across the structure.
An independent FORTIFIED evaluator documents key stages and submits required information for review before an official designation can be issued.
Many homeowners first consider FORTIFIED when a conventional roof has reached the end of its life, has storm damage, or needs replacement for insurance or maintenance reasons.
In Alabama, qualifying FORTIFIED designations may be eligible for wind-mitigation insurance discounts. Some insurers also offer FORTIFIED endorsements that may provide additional funds toward upgrading a roof to the FORTIFIED standard after a covered loss.
If your roof replacement is connected to an insurance claim, tell your adjuster and insurance agent early that you are interested in a FORTIFIED replacement. The required scope, documentation, evaluator involvement, and any available endorsement benefits should be understood before work begins.
Pro Roofing Solutions can complete the roofing work to the applicable FORTIFIED requirements while the independent evaluator handles the verification process.
It may. Insurance discounts vary by carrier, policy, designation, roof age, location, and other underwriting factors.
Alabama has a mature FORTIFIED market, but homeowners should confirm actual savings directly with their insurance agent before relying on a specific percentage.
A successful FORTIFIED roof replacement starts before the first shingle is removed. The contractor and evaluator need to know what details must be visible and documented at each stage.
We evaluate the roof condition, discuss replacement options, and identify whether FORTIFIED is appropriate for the project.
A certified evaluator is engaged so required stages can be inspected and documented during the roofing work.
The old roof covering and underlayment are removed to expose the roof deck for inspection and required upgrades.
Deck attachment, damaged decking, sealed roof-deck details, flashing, edge protection, and other FORTIFIED items are completed as required.
Qualifying shingles, metal roofing, or another compliant roof covering is installed according to the applicable requirements.
The evaluator submits required documentation for review so the homeowner can pursue the official FORTIFIED designation.
Pro Roofing Solutions replaces roofs throughout the Alabama Gulf Coast and helps homeowners upgrade qualifying projects to FORTIFIED standards.
We provide FORTIFIED roof replacement for homeowners throughout Mobile County, including Mobile, West Mobile, Semmes, Saraland, Theodore, Grand Bay, Dauphin Island, Wilmer, and nearby communities.
Baldwin County homeowners can also choose Pro Roofing Solutions for FORTIFIED re-roofing designed around coastal wind, rain, and hurricane exposure.
FORTIFIED replacement depends on planning, documentation, and attention to details that are easy to miss once the new roof covering is installed.
Jason and Dana Impson lead a local company where accountability stays close to the homeowner and the project.
We understand the additional steps involved when an existing roof is removed and rebuilt to FORTIFIED requirements.
Mobile and Baldwin County roofs face wind, rain, tropical systems, and salt exposure that shape roofing decisions in South Alabama.
We understand that key construction stages must be visible and documented by the evaluator before they are covered.
Homeowners deserve to know what makes a FORTIFIED replacement different from a conventional roof replacement.
Pro Roofing Solutions has earned repeated local recognition from the Gulf Coast communities we serve.
These are some of the most common questions homeowners ask when they are considering a FORTIFIED replacement in Mobile or Baldwin County.
A FORTIFIED roof replacement is a re-roofing project completed to FORTIFIED standards. The existing roof covering is removed, the roof deck is inspected and strengthened as needed, an approved sealed roof-deck system is installed, and qualifying roof covering, flashing, vents, and edge details are used.
No. FORTIFIED re-roofing requires the existing shingle roof covering to be removed rather than installing a second layer over the old roof. The deck must be accessible for inspection, attachment upgrades, and sealed roof-deck work.
If the existing deck attachment does not already meet the applicable FORTIFIED requirements, additional fastening is required using the specified ring-shank nails and nailing pattern.
FORTIFIED re-roofing requires flashing to be replaced as part of the roof replacement rather than leaving old flashing in place.
A qualifying FORTIFIED designation may be eligible for wind-mitigation insurance discounts in Alabama. Actual savings vary by insurer, policy, designation, roof age, and other underwriting factors.
Tell your insurance adjuster and agent that you are interested in FORTIFIED before the replacement begins. Some policies or endorsements may provide additional funds toward qualifying FORTIFIED upgrades after a covered loss.
The roofing contractor performs the work, but an independent FORTIFIED evaluator documents key construction details. IBHS reviews the required documentation before the official designation is issued.
Yes. Metal roofing can qualify when the system meets the applicable product testing, design pressure, attachment, and installation requirements for the project.
Pro Roofing Solutions serves homeowners throughout Mobile County and Baldwin County, including Mobile, West Mobile, Semmes, Saraland, Theodore, Grand Bay, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Fairhope, Robertsdale, Loxley, Foley, Bay Minette, and surrounding Alabama Gulf Coast communities.
If your existing roof needs replacement, ask Pro Roofing Solutions whether upgrading to a FORTIFIED Roof makes sense for your Mobile or Baldwin County home.