WINDSTORM INSPECTION PROGRAM
Hurricane season can be both devastating and costly. If you are one of the many Texans that live along the 14 First Tier Counties along the Texas Gulf Coast, then you have seen 1st hand just how devastating a hurricane can be.
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 First Tier Counties along the Texas Gulf Coast as indicated in Section 2210.003(3) of the Texas Insurance Code: Aransas, Brazoria, Calhoun, Cameron, Chambers, Galveston, Jefferson, Kenedy, Kleberg, Matagorda, Nueces, Refugio, San Patricio, Willacy or in one of the cities east of State Highway 146 in Harris County (La Porte, Morgan's Point, Pasadena, Seabrook, Shoreacres) if the property owners are seeking wind and hail coverage through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
*Please click on the County you live in to view a list of Appointed Engineers by County.
Aransas · Brazoria · Calhoun · Cameron · Chambers · Galveston · Harris · Jefferson · Kenedy · Kleberg · Matagorda · Nueces · Refugio · San Patricio · Willacy · 2006 International Building Code · 2006 International Residential Code
For more information about the Windstorm Inspection Program when you build, remodel, add-on, repair or re-roof a structure, the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) encourages you to contact your insurance agent or the Windstorm Inspection Division of TDI at 800-248-6032 or via email at Windstorm@tdi.state.tx.us.
ALTERNATIVE ELIGIBILITY PROGRAM New!
Under the Alternative Eligibility Program, residential property owners may continue to obtain windstorm insurance for their structure through Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) without having to be previously insured for wind within the last 12 months as required under the previous waiver programs. Windstorm insurance obtained through the Alternative Eligibility Program on or before August 31, 2012 cannot be renewed after August 31, 2013 without an "Alternative Certification." Residential property owners who do not have windstorm insurance through the Alternative Eligibility Program by August 31, 2012 must obtain an Alternative Certification to be eligible for coverage through TWIA. An Alternative Certification provides evidence that a qualifying structural component complies with windstorm building code requirements. The process for obtaining an Alternative Certification is currently under development by TDI and will be communicated in a separate notice. Please see the following information for details.
- Structures Eligible for TWIA Coverage Waiver Program - TDI (PDF)
- Waiver Program Information January 1, 2012 - TDI (PDF)
- Alternative Eligibility Bulletin - TWIA (TWIA Website)
- Alternative Eligibility Questions and Answers - TWIA (TWIA Website)
ENGINEERING SECTION
- Building Code
- Building Products
- Complete list of all Appointed Engineers (PDF) (Excel)
Please use the Excel Viewer to open and view the Excel spreadsheet, if you do not have Excel installed on your computer. Excel Viewer - Appointed Engineers who perform post-construction inspections. (PDF) (Excel)Please note that these engineers have notified the Department that they perform post-construction inspections. These engineers may not perform post-construction inspections for every type of certification (entire structure, addition, alteration, repair or reroof).
- Engineering Appointment Process
- Education/Training/Seminars
- Engineering - FAQ(s)
- Roof Inspection and Certification Procedures Manual
Media Advisory
Media Advisory: Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) Management Changes
ATTENTION ALL APPOINTED QUALIFIED INSPECTORS
The Texas Department of Insurance Windstorm Inspection Program / Engineering Section is requesting all Appointed Qualified Inspectors to complete the Contact Information Update Request. This request can be submitted via e-mail, mail or fax. Please take the time to complete the Contact Information Update Request to ensure property owners seeking inspections to obtain wind and hail coverage through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association are able to contact you, when searching the Appointed Engineers Complete List and the Appointed Engineers County List specific to their property location on our web site.
The Contact Information Update Request is to be completed only by an Appointed Qualified Inspector.
ENGINEER WORKING GROUP MEETINGS
WINDSTORM INSPECTION PROCESS
*** Application Status/Re-Print of Certificate of Compliance (WPI-8) ***
ATTENTION: THE WPI-1 ONLINE APPLICATION SYSTEM IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION FOR SYSTEM UPDATES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
The Texas Department of Insurance Windstorm Inspection Section will be performing system updates and the WPI-1 Online Application System will be removed until further notice. Upon removal of our online application, please submit your WPI-1(s) via Fax to (512)322-2273, (512)322-3418, (512) 322-3417 or via e-mail to Windstorm@tdi.state.tx.us. If you submit your WPI-1(s) via e-mail please ensure your submittal is legible.
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
Hurricane season begins June 1st to November 30th. Stay on top of the weather, do not wait until the weather is on top of you!
- The National Weather Service - National Hurricane Center(Use this online tool to check the weather status)
Highlights
TWIA Emergency Operations Rule Summary
- Windstorm (WPI-8) Certificate Search / Print - Use this online tool if you need information on the status of a windstorm application (WPI-1) or if you need to reprint a certificate (WPI-8). Certificate reprints can only be made if a structure has been certified by an appointed engineer or a TDI inspector.
- Appointed Engineers List - Engineers Appointed by the Commissioner of Insurance to Perform Windstorm Inspections.
- Search for TDI Disciplinary Orders. Only final orders are listed within this search tool - Search Enforcement Actions.
Product Evaluation Index
- Windstorm Inspection Program Product Evaluation Index includes products evaluated by the Texas Department of Insurance for use in the designated catastrophe areas along the Texas Gulf Coast.
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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, April 25, 2012 Edition
- Texas FAIR Plan Association Overview, February 10, 2012 Edition
- Texas FAIR Plan Association Resources
- Texas Windstorm Insurance Association Resources
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Last updated: 04/25/2012
