How long does a fortified roof certificate last?

A FORTIFIED roof certificate (the IBHS hurricane-resilience designation) is valid for 5 years from the date of issue. It transfers with a home sale during that window, which is why most coastal Florida realtors include the certificate in MLS listings. Renewal requires a re-evaluation by an IBHS-trained inspector to confirm the sealed deck, drip edge, and roof cover are still in compliance. Storm damage, an uncertified repair, or a roof cover replacement can void the certificate before the 5 years are up. FoxHaven schedules the re-evaluation in year four for Treasure Coast and Palm Beach County clients so the discount keeps applying.