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Wind uplift tests help assess home hurricane resilience

Two types of tests can help determine a roof's endurance

January 23, 2014

The capacity of roofs to withstand high winds can help ensure that the structure doesn’t get damaged during storms. Wind uplift tests, either negative pressure or bonded uplift, can gauge a roof's resilience for homes in hurricane-prone areas.

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