Some insurance companies offer a windstorm insurance mitigation inspection discount. A wind mitigation inspection is also often referred to as Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection. During a windstorm mitigation inspection, a certified inspector assesses your home to determine features that would reduce the likelihood of damage in a severe windstorm or hurricane. Inspection points center around your home’s construction, such as your roof’s age and design type, the materials used to build your home’s structure and the presence of damage-resistant features such as storm-proof garage doors. Having an inspection could save you substantially on your policy, as it can show insurers if your home is significantly less likely to experience property damage from a windstorm event. This may lower your risk of filing a claim, bringing your insurance costs down.