What is a FORTIFIED Home™?
A FORTIFIED® Home is designed and built to withstand severe weather and reduce the risk of damage during high-wind events common along the Gulf Coast.
Building Smarter, Stronger Homes
Drayton Homes builds every home to Gold FORTIFIED® standards, the highest level available for residential construction. This goes well beyond standard building codes and focuses on strengthening the entire structure from the roof system down.
What a FORTIFIED® Home Offers:
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Greater Protection During Severe Weather
Engineered to withstand hurricanes, high winds and coastal storms that regularly impact the Gulf Coast region. -
Increased Long-Term Value
Superior construction quality that maintains value and marketability better than standard construction over time. -
Guaranteed Insurance Savings
Many insurers offer significant discounts for FORTIFIED® certified homes, recognizing the reduced risk profile. -
Peace of Mind for Homeowners
Confidence that your home is built to the highest standards and designed to protect your family and investment.
What’s Included
Gold FORTIFIED® Construction
Continuous
Load Path
A continuous load path that ties the roof, walls and foundation together for maximum structural integrity during severe weather events.
Enhanced
Roof System
Enhanced roof attachments and sealed roof decks designed to withstand high winds and prevent water intrusion during storms.
Impact-Resistant Openings
Impact-resistant openings and reinforced connections that protect your home’s most vulnerable points during severe weather.
Proven Construction Methods
Construction methods proven to reduce storm damage and repair costs, backed by extensive research and real-world performance data.
Ready to build a home that lasts?
Every Drayton home is built to Gold FORTIFIED® standards as a baseline, not an upgrade. Learn more about our process and how we can help you build a home designed for generations.
FORTIFIED® isn’t about fear, it’s about building smarter, stronger homes that are better suited for coastal living.