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There are new shingles on the market that are hail resistant, specifically GAF. And, Owens Corning TruDef shingles have a fantastic SureNail strip that gives them extra strength agains high winds. If you are building a home, there are extra steps, especially strapping sidewalls to rafters that can be taken. Miami-Dade Florida building department has some great ideas to this. Depending on where you live, you may face either flood/storm surge, Hail, tornadoes or snow load issues particular to your geographic location. If you go to your local building department they may be helpful.
John,
If you can post up a picture of the home I can give you more acute observations.
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