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WINDSTORM INSPECTION PROGRAM

The information contained on the Windstorm Inspection Program's webpage is intended to notify the general public, insurance agents, engineers, builders and inspectors of the applicable process, rules and regulations that apply only to structures located in the following Designated Catastrophe Counties along the Texas Gulf Coast  if the property owners are seeking coverage through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA).

General Information

• Brochures: Information regarding general processes, tips for before building & repairing damage, and inspection requirements.
• Certificate of Compliance Search: Find the WPI-8 or WPI-12 for a particular address.
• Contact Information: How to contact TDI's Windstorm Inspections Program, TDI's Field Offices and TDI's Engineering Services Program.
• Designated Catastrophe Counties Map: View a full map of the area, maps of individual counties involved, and a description of the dividing lines.
• Windstorm Inspection Process Overview: Search maps, insurability guidelines, windstorm brochures, FAQ's and more.

For Consumers and Insurance Agents

• Alternative Eligibility Program: Details on alternative requirements to obtain coverage through Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA). 
• Certificate of Compliance Search: Find the WPI-8 or WPI-12 for a particular address. 
• Find a TDI Inspector or an Appointed Engineer: Search options available to complete the required inspection for your property.
• Product Evaluation Index and List of Asphalt Shingles: Search the list of building products and Asphalt Shingles evaluated by TDI for the outside of your structure.  Options available to print the product evaluation reports and drawings. 
• Windstorm Inspection Process Overview: Search maps, insurability requirements, FAQ's and more.

For Contractors

• Certificate of Compliance Search: Find the WPI-8 or WPI-12 for a particular address.
• Find a TDI Inspector or an Appointed Engineer: Search options available to complete the required inspection for your property.
• Product Evaluation Index and List of Asphalt Singles: Search the list of building products and Asphalt Shingles evaluated by TDI.  Options available to print the product evaluations and drawings. 
• Windstorm Forms: Find TDI Forms WPI-1, WPI-2, and more.

For Manufacturers 

• Product Evaluation FAQ's: Frequently asked questions regarding Product Evaluations. 
• Product Evaluation Index and List of Asphalt Shingles: Search the list of building products and Asphalt Shingles currently evaluated by TDI. Options available to print the product evaluations and drawings. 
• Product Evaluation Submittal Requirements & Submittal Address: Requirements for the submittal of a new building product to be evaluated by TDI and the address the product submittals should be sent.
• Testing Laboratories for Wind Load Resistance and Windborne Debris Resistance /  Testing Laboratories for Impact Resistant Roofing Materials: Locations where products can be tested.

For Professional Engineers and Architects

• Alternative Eligibility Program: Details on alternative requirements to obtain coverage through Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA).
• Appointed Engineers Section: Outline of the process of becoming appointed, the application, a contact update request, and a complete list of appointed engineers.
• Building Codes: TDI adopted building code specifications, Texas Revisions, TDI Construction Code Interpretations, and TWIA Building Code for Windstorm Resistant Construction Guide.
• Certificate of Compliance Search: Find the WPI-8 or WPI-12 for a particular address.
• Education/Meetings/Seminars/Training: Information regarding upcoming events that provide educational opportunities, Working Group (Appointment, Forensic & Oversight) Meetings. 
• Engineering - FAQ(s): FAQ's including general questions, and questions regarding specific types of building products.
• Product Evaluation Index and List of Asphalt Shingles: Search the list of products evaluated by TDI and print building product evaluations and drawings. 
• Roof Inspection and Certification Procedures Manual: A manual to assist appointed engineers perform roof and re-roof inspections.
• Updated! Windstorm Forms: Find TDI Forms such as WPI-1, WPI-2, Alternative Certification, Contact Information Update Request Form, ENG-1, ENG-2 (New!) and more.

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Requesting P&C Filings / Information

• American Wood Council
• APA - The Engineered Wood Association
• Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH)
• Institute for Business Home & Safety
• International Code Council
• Texas Board of Professional Engineers
• Texas Windstorm Insurance Association
• Texas Windstorm Insurance Association Overview
• Texas FAIR Plan Association Overview
• Texas FAIR Plan Association Resources
• Texas Windstorm Insurance Association Resources

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Last updated: 05/21/2013