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The Institute for Business & Home Safety announced yesterday it will build a $27 million multi-peril research facility to identify methods of minimizing natural disaster risks and losses faced by home

Newer homes and commercial buildings constructed to modern standards fared better in Hurricane Ike than older structures, but roof design still needs improvement, according to an insurance-backed rese

"We desperately need to build stronger, safer homes and businesses that are resistant to windstorm effects," said Tim Reinhold, PhD, PE, senior vice president of research and chief engineer at

Applying fire mitigation efforts similar to those undertaken in some San Diego County communities could help save homes in wildfire-prone areas, according to a new study by the Institute for Business

The recent movement among consumers to pursue energy savings may dovetail with insurance industry initiatives to convince homeowners to properly prepare their dwellings for disasters, an expert in the

Dr. Timothy A. Reinhold Dr. Timothy A. Reinhold is being promoted to senior vice president of research and chief engineer of IBHS.

Reducing the risks posed by hurricanes and other natural disasters starts with a good foundation, according to the Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS), which has announced plans for its

The Tampa-based Institute for Business and Home Safety has announced it is creating a new position to expand its commercial lines department. IBHS has named Lisa Giardino Hyams as the organization's