Michael Emilio

You remember those free hurricane inspections?

Well, they’re back. Officially.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink has stated that the free hurricane inspection program passed through the legislative session and is part of the My Safe Florida Home (MSFH) program.

What is the My Safe Florida Home program?

My Safe Florida Home lets homeowners in Florida sign up on their website for a free wind inspection. This inspection focuses on strengthening homes for a hurricane, a process known as mitigation. Every dollar you spend as a homeowner on the items they recommend to improve will be matched by the state of Florida.

There are currently more than 50,000 people on the waiting list for this program. If you want more information on the MSFH program, you can contact them toll-free at (866) 513-6734.

I need a wind inspection now!

If you want a wind inspection before the Florida hurricane season (starting June 1st) you can pay a fee of $150 to the independent inspection firms. Note that you will not be eligible for the matching funds benefit.

How has the My Safe Florida Home program helped?

So far, about $200,000 has been awarded to 88 Florida homeowners in South Florida areas such as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Miami Beach, and Coconut Grove and various areas in both Central and North Florida.