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Grants & Inspections Available - Helping Florida GET READIER for Hurricanes! - My Safe Florida Home Create Your Account to Start Your Application TODAY $ 10 , 000 Grants and Free Inspections Available For Eligible Florida Homeowners The My Safe Florida Home Program helps homeowners strengthen their homes through free wind mitigation inspections and grant assistance for approved upgrades.
Begin by creating an account and completing the application steps Download the “How to Enter the MSFH Program” Flyer Follow the Steps Here to Get Started. Read Full Step-by-Step Guide Complete the Prioritization Questionnaire This short survey helps us understand your home’s condition and determine inspection scheduling. When submitted, your status will automatically update to “Prioritization Questionnaire Submitted.
” Wait to Be Placed in an Inspection Group Our system organizes homeowners into Inspection Groups (1–5) several times each week. You’ll receive an email notification confirming your group placement. When you’re placed in a group, your status will update to Complete the Inspection Application Once assigned to an inspection group, you can access and complete your Inspection Application inside your account.
Home Details, Contact Information, and Preferred Availability for Scheduling your Inspection. Prepare for Your Free Wind-Mitigation Inspection After your application is submitted and approved, an authorized Florida Wind-Mitigation Inspector will be assigned to your property.
Confirm Your Inspection Date and Time Review Your Inspection Report After your inspection, you’ll receive a detailed report outlining: Recommended Improvements to Strengthen Your Home & Potential Eligibility for Up to $10,000 in Grant Funding Apply for a Grant (If Eligible) Once your inspection is complete and your home qualifies, you can submit a Grant Application to receive funding for approved upgrades such as: Roof Improvements | Impact Windows and Doors | Garage Door Reinforcement Secondary Water Barrier Installation THE 3 KEY STEPS TO THE PROGRAM Having a quality wind-mitigation inspection done to your home is the first step towards making it stronger to withstand hurricanes and saving you money on your home insurance.
The inspection report you will receive will provide you with two key benefits: Give you the opportunity to share your report with your insurance carrier to make sure you’re currently receiving all available discounts on the hurricane portion of your home insurance premium.
Be your roadmap to retrofitting your home with the proper improvements to help strengthen it against hurricanes and gain any available discounts on the hurricane portion of your home insurance premium.
Using the recommendations contained in your inspection report is the next step towards strengthening your home against hurricanes through the following home improvements: Strengthen Roof to Deck Attachments Reinforce Roof-to-Wall Connections Install Secondary Water Resistance for Roof Strengthening your home against hurricanes through proper improvements is a proven path to gain discounts on the hurricane portion of your home insurance premium.
Contact your insurance agent or carrier to: Inform them about the improvements you have made in order to gain available discounts on your home insurance premium. Speak with them about any other options available for you to save money. Wind Upgrades provide discounts by Law.
Attention Florida Homeowners: Always be sure to use a licensed contractor registered with the State of Florida for any improvement work you decide on completing, and we recommend getting bids from at least three contractors so you can compare pricing and choose the best option to suit your needs. You Have Questions. We Have Answers!
If you have any questions about the Program at any time, you can review more information on our MSFH Support Center . We intend to continue to take contact information from interested parties as the Legislature considers new opportunities for homeowners. To receive updates and stay tuned in, please provide your contact information here.
Department of Financial Services | 200 East Gaines St. Tallahassee, FL 32399-0317 | 561-640-6734 For Information on the Condo Pilot Program Click here For regular inquires please email [email protected] Accessibility Information The My Safe Florida Home Program (DFS) is not responsible for work performed by the certified independent Florida contractors selected by the grantee/homeowner.
My Safe Florida Home Program does not provide any warranties or guarantees, express or implied, regarding the work performed by grantee selected contractors. Any disputes regarding work performed by contractors must be resolved between the homeowner/client and the contractor.
By participating in the My Safe Florida Home Program, the homeowner/grant recipient agrees to hold My Safe Florida Home Program (DFS) harmless and release the program from any and all liability related to the work of the contractors they select for work. We intend to continue to take contact information from interested parties as the Legislature considers new opportunities for homeowners.
To receive updates and stay tuned in, please provide your contact information here.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Florida homeowners with homestead exemption on site‑built single‑family or townhouse (permit before Jan 1 2008); priority to low‑income and seniors Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $10,000 matching grant ($2 state : $1 homeowner; low‑income may receive full grant) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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