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FWAVE + FORTIFIED

Taking Roofing to New Heights

    FWAVE is now FORTIFIED. Engineered for extreme weather. Designed for peace of mind. Using FWAVE’s FORTIFIED-compliant products can help you meet the highest standards for resilience against wind, hail, and severe storms. FORTIFIED’s innovative design – especially when combined with FWAVE’s compliant products – not only stands up to extreme weather-it helps lower long-term maintenance costs and may even qualify you for insurance discounts.  
What is a FORTIFIED roof?

Reinforced Roof Edges
Wind damage usually starts at the edges, where gusts can sneak under and begin tearing the roof away. That’s why we suggest to follow FORTIFIED’s installation requirements by using a wider drip edge and a fully adhered starter strip. Together, they lock down this vulnerable zone and form a tougher barrier for increased protection against the elements.

 

Sealed Roof Deck
Blown off shingles can expose the wood deck underneath and become an open invitation for water intrusion. To stop leaks before they start, FORTIFIED standards require sealing the roof deck to block water from seeping through cracks and joints.

 

Stronger Fastening
FORTIFIED calls for ring-shank nails installed in a tighter, more resilient pattern. This upgrade doesn’t just sound tougher—it actually is. It nearly doubles the holding power of your roof deck, giving it a serious edge in high-wind conditions.

 

Impact-Resistant Shingles
If you live in a hail-prone region, there’s an extra step worth taking: the Hail Supplement. This requires using shingles that rate Good or Excellent in the IBHS Hail Impact Test. These impact-resistant shingles outperform traditional Class 4s and can stand up to hail up to 2 inches in diameter—offering your home extra armor in extreme weather conditions.

What do property owners need to do?

  • Reach out to your insurance provider to see what discounts apply to your exact address (these can vary by location).

  • Compare quotes from multiple insurance agencies to find the most competitive rate.

  • Look into whether you’re eligible for any roofing grants or incentive programs.

  • Research potential state or federal tax credits that may be available.

  • See if your upgrade qualifies as a tax-deductible expense based on your personal situation.

What does my contractor need to do?

To become FORTIFIED certified, your contractor must complete the appropriate online training course based on their role (roofer, evaluator, or design professional) and regional wind zone (hurricane or high wind). They’ll need to pass the certification exam with a score of 80 or higher.

If they have questions about FORTIFIED installations, they can contact F-Wave Roofing for support.

To get started or learn more, visit the official FORTIFIED Program website ».

Which FWAVE products qualify?

Qualifying products include:

  • Revia Hand-Split Shake
  • Revia Designer Slate: Estate Series
  • Revia Classic Slate
  • Revia Designer Slate: American Blends

Is FORTIFIED available near me?

See list of states below where the FORTIFIED program is currently available. Note: these benefits programs are being expanded / updated all the time - check with your state and insurance carrier for the most up to date information - this information is provided to help you understand how significant the benefits may be.

Nationally:

  • Some Insurance Carriers, Such as State Farm Already Offer National Benefits to your homeowners insurance policy.

Where is FORTIFIED available?

Alabama

  • Program: Strengthen Alabama Homes

  • Benefit: Grants up to $10,000 for re-roofing to FORTIFIED standards.

  • Eligibility: No income limitations; primary residence required.

  • Insurance Incentives: Premium discounts available.

  • More Info : Strengthen Alabama Homes

Arkansas

Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas)

  • Program: FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund

  • Benefit: Up to $15,000 for existing roof replacements. Up to $7,500 for new construction FORTIFIED Roofs.

  • Eligibility: Income-qualified homeowners in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, or Texas.

  • More Info : FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund

Connecticut

Discounts

  • Most insurers offer premium discounts for permanent storm shutters or impact-resistant glass (required for FORTIFIED Gold/Silver in hurricane areas).

Florida

Discounts

  • Insurers offer savings (up to 80%+) for homes with storm-resistant features and materials.

Grant Program

  • Hurricane Loss Mitigation Retrofit Grant: covers inspections and construction upgrades.

  • PACE Program: Finance 100% of hurricane-resilient improvements and repay via property tax bill.

Georgia

  • Georgia Underwriting Association Mitigation Program outlines discounts and qualification for FORTIFIED construction.

Louisiana

  • Program: Louisiana Fortify Homes Program

  • Benefit: Grants up to $10,000 for upgrading to FORTIFIED Roof standards.

  • Eligibility: Primary residence in Louisiana; all income levels.

  • Insurance Incentives: Significant premium discounts offered by many insurers.

  • More Info: Louisiana Fortify Homes Program

Maryland

Discounts

  • Available for homes with hurricane shutters, braced gable ends, reinforced roof-to-wall connections, and sealed roof decks.

Minnesota

  • Program: Strengthen Minnesota Homes (SMH)

  • Benefit: Grants up to $10,000 for upgrading to FORTIFIED Roof standards.

  • Eligibility: Single- or two-family homes; currently insured; structurally sound.

  • Insurance Incentives: Premium discounts mandated by Minnesota law.

  • More Info: Strengthen Minnesota Homes

Mississippi

Insurance Discount

  • Up to 55%

Endorsements

  • MWUA offers a free FORTIFIED endorsement—pays extra when roof replacement is triggered due to a covered loss.

New Jersey

Discounts

  • Offered for permanent storm shutters or impact-resistant glass (required for FORTIFIED Gold/Silver in hurricane zones).

New Mexico

Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas)

  • Program: FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund

  • Benefit: Up to $15,000 for existing roof replacements. Up to $7,500 for new construction FORTIFIED Roofs.

  • Eligibility: Income-qualified homeowners in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, or Texas.

  • More Info : FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund

New York

Discounts

  • Available for homes with permanent storm shutters or impact-resistant glass.

North Carolina

  • Program: Strengthen Your Roof

  • Benefit: Grants up to $6,000 for FORTIFIED Roof installations.

  • Eligibility: Policyholders in designated beach communities.

  • Insurance Incentives: Potential premium discounts.

  • More Info : Strengthen Your Roof

Oklahoma

  • Program: Strengthen Oklahoma Homes

  • Benefit: Grants up to $10,000 for FORTIFIED Roof upgrades.

  • Eligibility: Homeowners with eligible properties.

  • Insurance Incentives: Premium discounts offered by participating insurers.

  • More Info: Strengthen Oklahoma Homes

Rhode Island

Waiver of Deductible

  • Hurricane deductibles may be waived if homeowners implement specified mitigation measures and get inspected.

South Carolina

  • Program: SC Safe Home

  • Benefit: Grants up to $5,000 for retrofitting homes, including FORTIFIED Roof upgrades.

  • Eligibility: Coastal homeowners.

  • Insurance Incentives: Premium discounts and tax credits available.

  • More Info: SC Safe Home

Texas

Discounts

  • FORTIFIED homes may qualify for discounts via TWIA and other insurers.

  • Applies to mitigation features like wind resistance, sealed roof decks, etc.

How does a home get
FORTIFIED?

underlayment

Leak Barriers

  • FORTIFIED requires ADSTM D1970
  • FWAVE requires the use of smooth-surfaced, non-granulated, self-adhering waterproofing underlayment compliant to ASTM D1970. Waterproofing underlayment is recommended for flashing critical areas such as valleys, eaves, ridges, hips, pipe penetrations, dormers, slope changes, skylights, and chimneys.
underlayment

Roof Deck Protection

  • Fortified requires one of the two following types of underlayment:
  • ASTM D8257 – Mechanically Attached Polymeric Roof Underlayment Used in Steep Slope Roofing.
  • Reinforced synthetic roof underlayment which has a current ICC, AC 188 approval as an alternate to ASTM D226 Type II felt paper. The synthetic underlayment must have a minimum tear strength of 15lbf in accordance with ASTM D4533 and a minimum tensile strength of 20 lbf/in. in accordance with ASTM D5035 and pass the ASTM D4869 liquid water transmission test.
  • FWAVE requires a double layer of GAF Tiger Paw underlayment installed according to FORTIFIED and manufacturer’s requirements.

Seam Tape

  • Fortified requires 4” wide seam tape that meets or exceeds the physical requirements of ASTM D1970
  • F-Wave requires Huber ZIP System Flashing Tape that is or over 4” wide.
starter strip

Starter

  • Fortified requires ASTM D1970, either embed the starter strip in roofing cement or use self-adhering starter strips.
  • F-Wave requires starter shingles fastened with six fasteners, 1 1/2″ to 3” (38 to 76mm) up from the eave edge, and 1” (25mm), 7” (178mm) and 15” (381mm) from each end of the shingle. Continue along the eave with full length starter shingles. Do not install on rakes.
  • Required approved sealants under starter and application pattern
  • Huber ZIP System Flashing Tape on headlap to fully seal the starter shingle to the underlayment.

Standard Shingle Requirement

  • Fortified requires shingles to be Class F (ASTM D3161) or Class H (ASTM D7158) rated.
  • (Table with F-Wave products that meet Fortified testing requirements)
  • F-Wave requirements
  • 1-1/4” ring shank nails
  • Approved sealants list
  • For steep slope installations (21/12+)
  • Extreme clip on or hand-sealing all tabs and hip and ridge
  • Areas with wind speed at 150mph+ extreme clips required

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Standards & Codes Passed

F Wave Roofing Shingles are 130 MPH Wind Rated
TAS-100
Wind-Driven Rain
F Wave Roofing Shingles are Class A Fire Rated

ASTM E108 & UL790

Class A Fire
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ASTM D3161 & D7158
Wind Resistance Class F & Class H
F Wave Roofing Shingles are Class 4 Impact Resistant for Hail

UL-2218 & FM-4473

Class 4 Hail Resistance
SEE CERTIFICATION

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ASTM D3462 & D228
Fastener Pull-Through Resistance
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ASTM D1922 & D228
Tear Strength
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ASTM D3462 & D228
Pliability
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ASTM G155 & D638
Accelerated Aging

Warranty Information

All REVIA® Synthetic Roofing Shingles come with the WeatherForce® Advantage — 50 years of warranted coverage which includes 15 years of non-prorated material and labor coverage against manufacturing defects, along with installed performance coverage that includes 15 years of non-prorated material and labor coverage for 130-mph Wind Resistance and 5-Year Class IV Hail Impact Resistance for single-family detached homes. The WeatherForce® Advantage Standard Product Limited Warranty also provides limited coverage for Algae Resistance and Color Fade Resistance. Read the full WeatherForce® Advantage Standard Product Limited Warranty for specific warranty terms, limitations and coverage periods.

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