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Home Design – FORTIFIED Home – and You

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FORTIFIED HOME is a program of the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety
Energy Geeks President-Ed Beauchemin FORTIFIED WISE-ID#500000508

FORTIFIED Home Program -
Making homes and businesses more resilient.

Home Design Fortified Home

What is it?

Over the decades hurricanes and tropical storms such as Andrew, Katrina, Sandy and most recently Harvey have shown how vulnerable our housing stock can be.

In 2010 The Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety’s FORTIFIED Home Program made best practice engineering and building standards-(developed using more than 20 years of storm damage investigations) available to anyone seeking to strengthen new or existing single family homes and businesses. The idea is to build or retrofit existing buildings to better withstand the hazards of hurricanes, tropical storms, hail storms and wind driven rain from thunderstorms while protecting the occupants and their valuables.

Engineering and building standards used to fortify homes start at the top of a building and work down to the foundation.  For example, the roof of a building is considered the first line of defense in a severe storm. If it leaks or if parts are blown away, extensive damage will occur and may compromise the integrity of other parts of the building. This is why special attention is given to the roof first, before moving downward to the walls, floors and foundation.

FORTIFIED and Building Codes

Building codes are primarily concerned with the life and safety of building occupants, not whether or not a home can be reoccupied after a catastrophic event.

While building codes are written to provide minimum requirements, the FORTIFIED Home Program works differently. It adds a superior set of standards and system specific upgrades to minimum building code requirements. Every FORTIFIED Home is inspected both during and after construction by a certified independent evaluator, after which the building is certified as meeting the FORTIFIED Home standards. A certification that stays with the home and can be passed on when the building is sold.

FORTIFIED can be Affordable

FORTIFIED can be affordable because of its unique system based approach for creating stronger and safer homes and businesses. FORTIFIED uses an incremental approach to making buildings more resistant. There are three levels of FORTIFIED Home designations available-Bronze, Silver and Gold-each one builds on the next. This allows building owners to choose the designation that works best for their needs and budget.

At Energy Geeks our new home and retrofit designs include as an option all the details required to meet the high standards of either the Bronze, Silver or Gold categories.

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Ellyn – East Greenwhich, RI

It was excellent. The technicians were very professional. It seems like a good program.
Energy Geeks
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2016-08-31T10:54:28-04:00

~ Ellyn, East Greenwhich

It was excellent. The technicians were very professional. It seems like a good program.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/ellyn-east-greenwhich/

mike – hopedale

incredibly professional and knowledgably team. Kept me up to date every step of the way and were great about explaining what they were doing and finding while insulating. Smart, hard workers who know their trade.
Energy Geeks
5
2018-06-18T08:05:49-04:00

Mike - RI

incredibly professional and knowledgably team. Kept me up to date every step of the way and were great about explaining what they were doing and finding while insulating. Smart, hard workers who know their trade.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/mike-hopedale/

Lucien – North Smithfield, RI

Energy Geeks did a great job. They were always on time, did high quality work and went the extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the work. They cleaned up very well. I would highly recommend them.
Energy Geeks
5
2016-12-14T18:08:18-05:00

~ Lucien - North Smithfield

Energy Geeks did a great job. They were always on time, did high quality work and went the extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the work. They cleaned up very well. I would highly recommend them.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/lucien-north-smithfield/

Floyd – Needham

Great job. Nice workers - Nice work. I recommend Energy Geeks - they're knowledgeable, hard workers.
Energy Geeks
5
2017-02-28T13:39:38-05:00

Floyd - Needham, MA

Great job. Nice workers - Nice work. I recommend Energy Geeks - they're knowledgeable, hard workers.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/floyd-needham/

Kate – Norton, MA

We've already noticed a difference with the house retaining cooler air when it's been hot and last night it was nice and warm during the cooler night. Thank you so much Energy Geeks for all of your hard work!
Energy Geeks
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2016-09-06T17:20:53-04:00

~ Kate, Norton

We've already noticed a difference with the house retaining cooler air when it's been hot and last night it was nice and warm during the cooler night. Thank you so much Energy Geeks for all of your hard work!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/kate-norton/

Nicholas – Pawtucket

Professional, friendly and efficient, I was happy to work with them to weatherize my home.
Energy Geeks
5
2017-11-10T08:59:40-05:00

Nicholas - Pawtucket

Professional, friendly and efficient, I was happy to work with them to weatherize my home.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/nicholas-pawtucket/

Maureen – Shrewsbury, MA

Excellent experience! The guys were professional and easy to work with. They went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks!
Energy Geeks
5
2017-04-03T13:08:36-04:00

Maureen - Shrewsbury, MA

Excellent experience! The guys were professional and easy to work with. They went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/maureen-shrewsbury/

Frank – Woonsocket, RI

I had my home air sealing done to tighten up my house and the Energy Geeks crew where great, they where on time, and they where very neat. The job went well and I didn't even know that they where there. I am completely satisfied and would absolutely recommend Energy geeks to anyone.
Energy Geeks
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2016-08-01T16:36:27-04:00

~ Frank, Woonsocket

I had my home air sealing done to tighten up my house and the Energy Geeks crew where great, they where on time, and they where very neat. The job went well and I didn't even know that they where there. I am completely satisfied and would absolutely recommend Energy geeks to anyone.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/frank-woonsocket/

Paula – Brockton, MA

Having my entire house weatherized by Energy Geeks was one of the best decisions I have made. I can feel the difference already!

The whole house was prepped for the procedure. Technicians and Installers were courteous, neat and took proper steps to ensure dust did not escape into other areas of my house.

I am very satisfied with their professionalism and on time completion. I would highly recommend Energy Geeks to anyone getting this work done!
Energy Geeks
5
2016-08-01T16:39:35-04:00

~ Paula, Brockton

Having my entire house weatherized by Energy Geeks was one of the best decisions I have made. I can feel the difference already! The whole house was prepped for the procedure. Technicians and Installers were courteous, neat and took proper steps to ensure dust did not escape into other areas of my house. I am very satisfied with their professionalism and on time completion. I would highly recommend Energy Geeks to anyone getting this work done!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/paula-brockton/

Pedro – Holbrook, MA

Energy Geeks were very helpful and friendly. I would recommend them. Very commendable.
Energy Geeks
5
2017-03-31T13:20:26-04:00

Pedro - Holbrook, MA

Energy Geeks were very helpful and friendly. I would recommend them. Very commendable.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/pedro-holbrook/

Ann – Warwick, RI

Excellent experience, very professional and they did a great job. I recommend Energy Geeks!
Energy Geeks
5
2017-03-28T13:31:35-04:00

Ann - Warwick, RI

Excellent experience, very professional and they did a great job. I recommend Energy Geeks!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/ann-warwick/

Thomas – MA

Danny and his crew arrived at my home on Mon, Jan 8th. and did an amazing job. They were respectful and cleaned up as they worked. This was not an easy application. This hard working crew had to crawl into a space with little room to apply the insulation. It was difficult compounding the problem was the cold, snow, and a crawl space height of 17 inches. Nevertheless, all challenges were met and the work was completed in a exemplary manner. Would I recommend Energy Geeks and this crew to work in your home? Yes I would!
Energy Geeks
5
2018-01-09T09:05:17-05:00

Thomas - MA

Danny and his crew arrived at my home on Mon, Jan 8th. and did an amazing job. They were respectful and cleaned up as they worked. This was not an easy application. This hard working crew had to crawl into a space with little room to apply the insulation. It was difficult compounding the problem was the cold, snow, and a crawl space height of 17 inches. Nevertheless, all challenges were met and the work was completed in a exemplary manner. Would I recommend Energy Geeks and this crew to work in your home? Yes I would!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/thomas-ma/

Liz – Westborough, MA

The Energy Geeks crew was absolutely knowledgeable, hard-working, prompt and courteous.We had our house air sealed and attic insulation sprayed on Aug. 16, during a heat wave when we were running our central air 24/7. Just got our electric bill, and it was $50 less than the previous month...an awesome savings! I've got to believe that we'll be using a lot less propane to heat our house this winter, Energy Geek was also great about protecting my carpeting and furnishings during the work, and they explained everything they were doing to seal air leaks and spray in attic insulation. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others and to have them work at my home again. Thanks Energy Geeks!
Energy Geeks
5
2016-08-16T18:08:25-04:00

~ Liz, Westborough

The Energy Geeks crew was absolutely knowledgeable, hard-working, prompt and courteous.We had our house air sealed and attic insulation sprayed on Aug. 16, during a heat wave when we were running our central air 24/7. Just got our electric bill, and it was $50 less than the previous month...an awesome savings! I've got to believe that we'll be using a lot less propane to heat our house this winter, Energy Geek was also great about protecting my carpeting and furnishings during the work, and they explained everything they were doing to seal air leaks and spray in attic insulation. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others and to have them work at my home again. Thanks Energy Geeks!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/liz-westborough-ma/

Jason – Attleboro, MA

The crew that came out to my house did a great job. The weather was extremely hot both days so working in the attic in that heat was not easy. They were all very professional and keep the place clean like they were never here. They also got along with my kids who were harassing them the whole day. The final product came out great and I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested.
Energy Geeks
5
2019-07-17T12:20:15-04:00

Jason - MA

The crew that came out to my house did a great job. The weather was extremely hot both days so working in the attic in that heat was not easy. They were all very professional and keep the place clean like they were never here. They also got along with my kids who were harassing them the whole day. The final product came out great and I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/jason-attleboro/

Deidra – Stoughton, MA

Very good experience. I am pleased with the job. I recommend Energy Geeks.
Energy Geeks
5
2017-03-28T13:31:03-04:00

Deidra - Stoughton, MA

Very good experience. I am pleased with the job. I recommend Energy Geeks.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/deidra-stoughton-ma/

Elizabeth – Attleboro

Sara and her team really went over and above to get my air sealing completed. Great customer service..Would highly recommend Energy Geeks
Energy Geeks
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2018-11-26T09:50:36-05:00

Elizabeth - MA

Sara and her team really went over and above to get my air sealing completed. Great customer service..Would highly recommend Energy Geeks
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/elizabeth-attleboro/

Virginia – North Easton

Mark and his crew were great! They arrived on time and promptly went to work. They continued working until the job was complete. They are positive, knowledgeable, efficient, well-mannered, and neat! Would I recommend Energy Geeks to others? Absolutely! I used Energy Geeks in the past and specifically requested them. I would recommend them for all of the above reasons.
Energy Geeks
5
2017-03-31T13:19:35-04:00

Virginia - North Easton, MA

Mark and his crew were great! They arrived on time and promptly went to work. They continued working until the job was complete. They are positive, knowledgeable, efficient, well-mannered, and neat! Would I recommend Energy Geeks to others? Absolutely! I used Energy Geeks in the past and specifically requested them. I would recommend them for all of the above reasons.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/virginia-north-easton/

Paul – Foxboro, MA

I feel great! Everything was done proficiently, clean. Would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks to anyone.
Energy Geeks
5
2016-08-01T16:41:45-04:00

~ Paul, Foxboro

I feel great! Everything was done proficiently, clean. Would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks to anyone.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/paul-foxboro/

Sandra – South Deerfield, MA

Great Experience! Danny and his crew installed new insulation in our attic, replacing ducting of bathroom fan and roof vents. Their work is beautifully done and a pleasure to look at. They also installed weather stripping and neatly did basement air sealing . We could see a dramatic improvement in the decrease in draftiness after their work with the pre/post measurement. Danny was thoughtfully detailed and oversaw all the work being done, we are assured of the quality of these improvements. They were a pleasure to work with, professional and personable, neat and respectful. There was great communication with them and the Energy Geeks office. We absolutely recommend Energy Geeks, and Danny and his crew.
Energy Geeks
5
2019-07-17T12:19:34-04:00

Sandra - MA

Great Experience! Danny and his crew installed new insulation in our attic, replacing ducting of bathroom fan and roof vents. Their work is beautifully done and a pleasure to look at. They also installed weather stripping and neatly did basement air sealing . We could see a dramatic improvement in the decrease in draftiness after their work with the pre/post measurement. Danny was thoughtfully detailed and oversaw all the work being done, we are assured of the quality of these improvements. They were a pleasure to work with, professional and personable, neat and respectful. There was great communication with them and the Energy Geeks office. We absolutely recommend Energy Geeks, and Danny and his crew.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/sandra-south-deerfield/

Phyllis – Greenville RI

I was at ease with the contractors from Energy Geeks, Daniel, Ben and Dave. They were kind and considerate when I asked questions. I am very satisfied with the work that was done. I appreciate the opportunity to conserve energy that is offered by National Grid. Thank you.
Energy Geeks
5
2018-06-18T08:05:21-04:00

Phyllis - RI

I was at ease with the contractors from Energy Geeks, Daniel, Ben and Dave. They were kind and considerate when I asked questions. I am very satisfied with the work that was done. I appreciate the opportunity to conserve energy that is offered by National Grid. Thank you.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/phyllis-greenville-ri/

Scott & Deanne – Woonsocket, RI

The work we had done by Energy Geeks has made a huge difference in the overall comfort of our home. The temperature throughout is more consistent and we were able to keep our thermostat lower in the winter and cool off the entire house faster this summer which is already saving us money. The techs that came to the house were friendly and professional and we're thrilled that we chose Energy Geeks to perform the weatherization services in our home. We recommend Energy Geeks to everyone.
Energy Geeks
5
2016-08-22T12:18:17-04:00

~ Scott & Deanne, Woonsocket

The work we had done by Energy Geeks has made a huge difference in the overall comfort of our home. The temperature throughout is more consistent and we were able to keep our thermostat lower in the winter and cool off the entire house faster this summer which is already saving us money. The techs that came to the house were friendly and professional and we're thrilled that we chose Energy Geeks to perform the weatherization services in our home. We recommend Energy Geeks to everyone.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/scott-deanne-woonsocket/

Gary – Leicester

Energy Geeks were efficient, courteous, and great communicators. I would definitely recommend them to others.
Energy Geeks
5
2017-02-28T13:38:56-05:00

Gary - Leicester, MA

Energy Geeks were efficient, courteous, and great communicators. I would definitely recommend them to others.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/gary-leicester/

Harpreet – Hopkinton, MA

Excellent experience. Very professional and did a great job insulating the house. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks.
Energy Geeks
5
2016-11-17T16:10:20-05:00

~ Harpreet, Hopkinton

Excellent experience. Very professional and did a great job insulating the house. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/harpreet-hopkinton-ma/

Mary Alice – Webster, MA

I am writing to extend my "kudos" to the team of insulation experts that came to my home on Friday Oct 19, 2018.

Daniel and Nick were so awesome! Very customer friendly - explained everything they did and made good recommendations. I can tell the difference in how much "tighter" my house feels already.

They are both great reps for your company and I highly recommend them!

Thank you, thank you
Energy Geeks
5
2018-10-31T16:07:40-04:00

Mary Alice - MA

I am writing to extend my "kudos" to the team of insulation experts that came to my home on Friday Oct 19, 2018. Daniel and Nick were so awesome! Very customer friendly - explained everything they did and made good recommendations. I can tell the difference in how much "tighter" my house feels already. They are both great reps for your company and I highly recommend them! Thank you, thank you
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/mary-alice-webster-ma/

Edmicelly – North Providence

Great experience! The technicians came right on time, were professional, and diligent in their work. I would recommend Energy Geeks to others! They are very knowledgeable.
Energy Geeks
5
2017-03-17T09:28:08-04:00

Edmicelly - North Providence, RI

Great experience! The technicians came right on time, were professional, and diligent in their work. I would recommend Energy Geeks to others! They are very knowledgeable.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/edmicelly-north-providence/

Robert – Lincoln, RI

I recommend Energy Geeks. They were professional, easy to work with, clean during the process and cleaned up afterwards.
Energy Geeks
5
2017-03-31T13:19:57-04:00

Robert - Lincoln, RI

I recommend Energy Geeks. They were professional, easy to work with, clean during the process and cleaned up afterwards.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/robert-lincoln/

Stanley – Johnston, RI

Very Satisfied....Very Professional!
Energy Geeks
5
2016-11-17T16:09:32-05:00

~ Stanley, Johnston

Very Satisfied....Very Professional!
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/stanley-johnston/

Mike – Smithfield, RI

Several weeks ago, your company installed energy insulation in our home.

A special thanks to your employees who completed the job. They were thorough, polite and cleaned up after themselves when the job was completed. It was a pleasure working with RISE and your company!

After my positive experience with your company/employees, I would highly recommend your business.

Thank you.
Energy Geeks
5
2016-09-19T12:52:46-04:00

~ Mike, Smithfield

Several weeks ago, your company installed energy insulation in our home. A special thanks to your employees who completed the job. They were thorough, polite and cleaned up after themselves when the job was completed. It was a pleasure working with RISE and your company! After my positive experience with your company/employees, I would highly recommend your business. Thank you.
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/mike-smithfield/

Al – Blackstone Ma

Great working with the crew of Daniel Mike and Jared very professional and accommodating. Did there job in one day very pleased would recommend to anyone
Energy Geeks
5
2019-09-23T12:33:12-04:00

Al - MA

Great working with the crew of Daniel Mike and Jared very professional and accommodating. Did there job in one day very pleased would recommend to anyone
https://energygeeksinc.com/testimonials/al-blackstone-ma/
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