In 2022, insured losses from hailstorms topped $10 billion in the United States for the 15th year in a row. Hailstorms account for 70 percent of the average annual property losses from severe convective storms in the U.S., according to the National Center for Atmospheric Research.
Fire stations not only need to provide a safe workplace for first responders and staff, but they also must remain fully functional during storms. A properly designed, installed, and maintained lightning protection system is critically important for emergency response facilities.
The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy provides public access to long-term climate data for over 2,100 locations throughout the world.
Superior Energy Efficiency, Lower Air Leakage Rates
January 19, 2015
Grace Construction Products—a leader in commercial and residential building materials—has developed the latest advancement in residential weather resistive barriers, offering premium protection to a home’s structural integrity, peace of mind during installation, and superior energy efficiency.