more... > Home > LaHouse > My House > Hazard Resistant > Wind-resistant Walls [Image: stud to plate] Build for Wall Strength.... Wind-resistant Roofs and Attatchments [Image: hurricane connectors] Proper construction techniques help to keep your roof where it belongs in a storm... Your Hazard-resistant Home Checklist Use this checklist to explore features and components of your sustainable Louisiana house. Sewage Backflow Valves [Image: manual valve] Prevent sewerage from backing up into your home...  more articles... Flood Protection Design Features Avoid flood damage with the right design. Rising Above Flood Risks Over the life of a product, more durable and longer-lasting options are usually a better option... Flood-hardy Homes: Wash-n-Wear instead of Gut-n-Replace The materials you use and the the products you choose,can help to make your home resistant to flood damage. What's a Wind Load? [Image: load force on house] Imagine turning your house upside down and shaking it.... Consider Going Beyond the Minimum It's a good investment to go beyond minimum code requirements... Storm Shelters and Storage [Image: safe room] Designed safe rooms can protect you from more than just a storm... Design With Wind in Mind Size matters when designing for wind load... Protect Windows and Doors to Protect Your Home [Image: imapct shutters] Consider choosing windows and doors designed to withstand high wind and impact from flying debris. Wind-resistant Roofs and Attachments Proper constuction techniques help to keep your roof where it belongs in a storm. Termite Resistance - One Line of Defense Isn't Enough [Image: termimesh] Use multiple methods to make your home resistant to termites and other wood-destroying insects. More...