Registration For Grants Under Fortify Homes Program Starts Wednesday

Registration for the next round of grants under Louisiana's Fortify Homes Program starts Wednesday.

But since fewer insurers are writing new wind and hail policies, some residents with fortified roofs may not receive the expected premium discounts.

A dozen insurers failed after the hurricanes of 2020 and 2021, and others stopped writing new policies in Louisiana.

Insurers may decide to cover homes with newer roofs that aren't certified as "fortified" so as not have to give premium discounts.