Train Resilient Rebuild Volunteers

Strong Homes training videos highlight required construction practices aligned with the FORTIFIED standards and FEMA guidance. 

Videos feature resilient design principles, installation details, and solutions for common construction challenges. They provide an overview of the Strong Homes program and installation instructions for metal connectors, roof drip edges, starter shingles, hurricane shutters, etc. 

FORTIFIED Standards

Advice for FORTIFIED Volunteers

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Overlooked Components of Building FORTIFIED

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Importance of FORTIFIED Inspections

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FORTIFIED Home™ Overview

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Foundation

Continuous Load Path: Foundations

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Preventing Cross-Grain Tension Failure

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Titen HD Foundation Connections

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Reinforced Foundations

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Selecting the Right Connections for Coastal Areas

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Bottom Plate to Foundation Connections

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Walls

SP2 Stud to Top Plate Installation

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TSP Stud to Plate Installation

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SSP Stud to Plate Connector Installation

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SP Stud to Plate Connector Installation

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HCP Hip to Wall Corner Connector

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CSHP Series Coil Strap

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SP Series Stud to Plate Connectors

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LSTA/MSTA Straps

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DTT2Z Tension Tie

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HDU 4 Holddowns

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HTT Tension Ties

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MTS Twist Strap for Stud to Floor Connection

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Roof

Zip System Exterior and Roof Deck

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A Note About Shiners

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Roof Drip Edge and Starter Shingles

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H10S Truss/Rafter to Stud Connector

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H1 & H10A Hurricane Ties

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SDWC Truss and Rafter Screw

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Continuous Load Path: Roofs

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Porch

SDWH Timber Hex HDG Structural Fastener Installation

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LUSC Stainless Steel Concealed Flange Joist Hanger Installation

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LUS Stainless Steel Joist Hanger Installation

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DTT1Z Connector Installation

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LUS Joist Hanger Installation

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ABU Series Post Base

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Opening Protection

Hurricane Shutters

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Disclaimer: The Strong Homes videos are intended for volunteer builders and construction managers and should only be used for general information. They are not intended to supersede blueprints, plans, or build requirements specified by a licensed design professional and approved by local code officials.