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Plain-English answers on wind mitigation, insurance credits, and inspections — written to help Florida homeowners stop leaving money unclaimed.

Insurance Credits

Florida Wind Mitigation Credits Explained: How Much Can You Save?

Florida law requires insurers to give you credits for hurricane-resistant features. Here's exactly how each credit works, what it's worth, and how to make sure you're getting all of them.

Inspections

Wind Mitigation Inspection Florida: 15 Questions Homeowners Ask

Everything you need to know about wind mitigation inspections — what they are, what they cost, how much you can save, and what happens after. Answered plainly.

Discounts

Wind Mitigation Discount Florida: Your Complete Guide to Saving on Home Insurance

Not all wind mitigation discounts are created equal. This guide breaks down every discount available to Florida homeowners, who qualifies, and the fastest path to a lower bill.

Upgrades

Hurricane Hardening Upgrades Ranked: Which Home Improvements Lower Your Premium Most?

From roof shape to garage doors, not every upgrade earns the same credit. We rank the most common hurricane hardening improvements by the premium savings they actually deliver.

Grants

My Safe Florida Home Grant 2026: How to Get $10,000 to Harden Your Home

Florida's My Safe Florida Home program offers matching grants up to $10,000 for hurricane-resistant upgrades — which then lower your premium every year after. Here's how Pinellas County homeowners claim every dollar.

The Form

New OIR-B1-1802 Form April 2026: What Changed and How It Affects Your Credits

Florida's wind mitigation inspection form was revised in April 2026. Here's exactly what changed, whether your existing report is still valid, and what the update means for your insurance credits.

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