FORTIFIED Roof Evaluator in Wilmington, NC

    Protecting Cape Fear homes since Hurricane Florence. Get up to $6,000 in grants and save $400+ annually on insurance.

    Hurricane Risk
    Very High
    Avg Insurance Savings
    $425/year
    Homes Protected
    2,847
    Response Time
    Same Day

    Why Wilmington Needs FORTIFIED

    Wilmington homeowners know the devastating impact of hurricanes firsthand. Hurricane Florence dumped 23.02 inches of rain on our city in 2018, causing $17 billion in damage across the region. As your local FORTIFIED evaluator, NC Fortified helps Wilmington residents access state grants and insurance discounts while building truly hurricane-resistant homes.

    Recent Hurricane Impact

    Hurricane Florence (2018)

    23.02" rainfall, 35 deaths statewide, $17 billion damage

    Hurricane Matthew (2016)

    15.65" rainfall, widespread flooding, $4.8 billion damage

    Hurricane Isaias (2020)

    110 mph winds at Oak Island, extensive roof damage

    Local Insurance Crisis

    • Average homeowners insurance: $2,847/year (187% of state average)
    • Wind/hail deductibles: 1-5% of home value ($3,500-$17,500 on median home)
    • 23% of Wilmington homes in NCIUA wind pool
    • Annual rate increases: 15-25% without mitigation

    Wilmington-Specific Benefits

    • New Hanover County eligible for $6,000 Coastal grant program
    • All major insurers offer FORTIFIED discounts (State Farm, Allstate, NC Farm Bureau)
    • City building department familiar with FORTIFIED requirements
    • Local contractor network trained in FORTIFIED standards

    Strengthen Your Coastal Roof Program

    Amount:Up to $6,000
    Eligibility:All New Hanover County homeowners
    Requirements:Roof 7+ years old, property under $400,000
    Application status:Open now — apply early

    Service Areas in Greater Wilmington

    New Hanover County

    Downtown Wilmington
    Wrightsville Beach
    Carolina Beach
    Kure Beach
    Ogden
    Monkey Junction
    Murraysville
    Wrightsboro
    Kings Grant
    Landfall
    Porter's Neck
    Figure Eight Island

    Nearby Communities We Serve

    Leland (Brunswick County)
    Hampstead (Pender County)
    Southport (Brunswick County)
    Oak Island (Brunswick County)
    Holden Beach (Brunswick County)
    Topsail Beach (Pender County)

    Local Success Story

    "After Florence destroyed our Pine Valley roof, we rebuilt with FORTIFIED standards. We save $380 annually with State Farm, and during Hurricane Isaias, we had zero damage while our neighbors filed claims. The $6,000 grant covered most upgrade costs."
    - Sarah M., Pine Valley

    Protect Your Wilmington Home Today

    Free consultations available in person throughout New Hanover County