FORTIFIED™

Roof Installation – Riley Roof & Exteriors

Serving Greater Cincinnati, Southwest Ohio & Northern Kentucky

Stronger Roofs. Smarter Homes. Certified Protection.

If you’re replacing your roof, why stop at “up to code” when you could go beyond it? At Riley Roof & Exteriors, we’re proud to be the region’s only certified FORTIFIED™ roofing contractor, helping homeowners in Greater Cincinnati, Southwest Ohio, and Northern Kentucky upgrade to roofing systems that actually stand up to wind, hail, and severe storms—not just pass inspection.

FORTIFIED™ Roof standard

The FORTIFIED™ Roof standard, developed by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), is designed to protect your home from the kind of damage that keeps roofers and insurance adjusters in business.

What Is a FORTIFIED™ Roof?

Instead of slapping on shingles and calling it a day, a FORTIFIED™ Roof focuses on:

Stronger Edges: Upgraded starter strips and fasteners keep your roof edges from peeling back during high winds.
Sealed Roof Decks: We install underlayment that prevents water intrusion if your shingles ever get blown off.
Better Attachment: Nail patterns and fasteners that actually hold during a storm—not just check a box on a checklist.

Why Choose a FORTIFIED™

Living in Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky means unpredictable windstorms, hail, and heavy rain—sometimes all in one week. A traditional roof might “technically” be fine… until it isn’t. A FORTIFIED™ Roof system is engineered to stay intact under serious stress.

Why Choose a FORTIFIED™ Roof in Greater Cincinnati?

Here’s why local homeowners choose FORTIFIED™:

Lower Insurance Premiums: Many carriers offer discounts (we’ve seen 15–30%) for FORTIFIED™ installations.
Eligible Rebates in Kentucky: If you live in Northern Kentucky, the Strengthen Kentucky Homes Act may offer funding or rebates to help cover your upgrade.
Better Storm Protection: This system is scientifically tested and field-proven.
Long-Term Value: More peace of mind. Less emergency tarping.

The Riley Roof Difference

Not only are we the only local FORTIFIED™ certified contractor, we also:

Use crews we trust—not random subcontractors off a group text
Offer Owens Corning Preferred roofing systems
Provide detailed scopes, insurance support, and real warranties—not sales pressure

We’re not the biggest, and we don’t want to be. We just build better roofs—and now, FORTIFIED™ ones too.

Is a FORTIFIED™ Roof Right for You?

If your home:

Was built before 2005
Has had previous roof issues during storms
Is your forever home (or at least a decade-long one)
Needs a roof replacement anyway

Then yes—upgrading to a FORTIFIED™ Roof makes sense. You don’t have to live on the Gulf Coast to justify better protection.

Let's Talk

We live here too. And we’re not going anywhere after the job’s done. Want to learn more about FORTIFIED™ roofs in Greater Cincinnati, Southwest Ohio, or Northern Kentucky? Reach out. We’ll walk your roof, give you a clear plan, and let you decide.

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Our team of dedicated professionals has the knowledge and expertise to ensure your roofing and siding needs are met. We are committed to providing the highest quality products and services, and our goal is to exceed our customers’ expectations every time.