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... 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.... 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... Wind-resistant Roofs and Attachments Proper constuction techniques help to keep your roof where it belongs in a storm. Protect Windows and Doors to Protect Your Home [Image: bahama shutters] Consider choosing windows and doors designed to withstand high wind and impact from flying debris. 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. Fire Protection Options For higher levels of protection and possibly discounted property insurance, consider these options... Consider Hail and Freeze Hazards Safeguard your roofs and pipes against unually cold weather.