"Built to last a lifetime, or even more." Builder unveils incredible homes that can withstand Category 5 hurricanes: 'Just one solid, continuous wall' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Over 300 volunteers helped rebuild houses and a community center that were destroyed in the North Carolina city of Asheville after Hurricane Helene affected the area in September 2024.

These toughened homes are also expected to reduce insurance costs. Alexander says one of the Fortified homes recently received an annual insurance quote of just $1,700 — a significant saving in ...