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HOME HARDENING & FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTION

HOME HARDENING & FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTIONS

WHAT IS HOME HARDENING?

WHAT IS DEFENSIBLE SPACE?

WHAT IS DEFENSIBLE SPACE?

 Home hardening is the process of making your home more resistant to wildfires. This doesn’t mean making it fireproof but significantly reducing the risk of ignition from embers, radiant heat, and direct flames. Home hardening involves structural modifications, such as using fire-resistant materials, and landscaping practices that minimize the spread of fire near your home. When combined with defensible space, these measures greatly improve your home’s chances of surviving a wildfire.

WHAT IS DEFENSIBLE SPACE?

WHAT IS DEFENSIBLE SPACE?

WHAT IS DEFENSIBLE SPACE?

 Defensible space is the buffer you create between your home or other structures and the surrounding grass, trees, shrubs, or any other wildland area that can catch fire. This space is designed to slow or stop the spread of wildfire, protect your home from direct flames or radiant heat, and provide firefighters with a safer area to work if they need to defend your property. Effective defensible space involves a combination of proper landscaping, vegetation management, and the removal of combustible materials. 

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Home Hardening and Fire Mitigation Inspection Report. HOME HARDENING & FIRE PREVENTION INSPECTION

Home Hardening and Fire Mitigation Inspection Report

At Villa Property Inspections, we understand the importance of protecting your property from the growing risks of wildfire and fire-related hazards. Our Home Hardening and Fire Prevention Inspection Report is specifically designed to assess your property’s vulnerabilities and provide actionable recommendations to improve its resilience. Here’s what our inspection and detailed report cover:

Roof Inspection

The roof is one of the most vulnerable areas during a wildfire. We evaluate your roof's materials, condition, and vulnerabilities to embers or flame spread, ensuring it meets fire-resistant standards.

Gutters

Ember accumulation in gutters is a common fire hazard. We check for proper gutter installation, cleanliness, and the presence of ember-resistant covers to minimize risk.

Vents

Vents are critical entry points for embers. Our inspection ensures they are properly screened with fire-resistant materials and adequately maintained to prevent ember intrusion.

Siding and Walls

Windows and skylights can be a weak point in your home’s fire defense. We evaluate the type of glass, seals, and framing to ensure they provide adequate resistance to heat and flame.

Doors

Exterior doors are inspected for fire-resistant construction and proper sealing to prevent ember intrusion and protect your home during a wildfire.

Decks and Patios

Outdoor structures like decks and patios can be highly flammable. We examine their construction, materials, and maintenance to identify fire risks and provide recommendations for improvement.

Supplement: Home Hardening and Fire Prevention Guide

Your inspection includes our exclusive Home Hardening and Fire Prevention Guide, a detailed resource packed with expert advice and strategies for enhancing your home’s resilience. This guide empowers you to take proactive steps, from upgrading materials to maintaining defensible space, to safeguard your property against fire risks.

Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Home Hardening and Fire Prevention Inspection

ARE YOU IN A FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE?

While most of California is subject to some degree of fire hazard, there are specific features that make some areas more hazardous. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is required by law to map areas of significant fire hazards based on fuels, terrain, local weather, and other relevant factors. These designations referred to as Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ), mandate how people construct buildings and protect property to reduce the risk associated with wildland fires. 


The Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps denote lands of similar hazards where the state has financial responsibility for wildland fire protection, known as a State Responsibility Area or SRA. By law, only lands zoned as Very High Fire Hazard Severity are identified within areas of California where local governments have financial responsibility for wildland fire protection, known as Local Responsibility Area or LRA.  

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You can locate your property on the map and determine which zone your home is in.

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FREE Home Hardening & Wildfire Preparedness Guide

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At Villa Property Inspections, we’re committed to helping you protect your home from wildfire risks. That’s why every inspection includes a Free Home Hardening and Fire Prevention Guide packed with expert tips, strategies and resources.

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  • Los Angeles County Home Inspections
  • Orange County Home Inspections
  • San Gabriel Valley Home Inspections
  • San Bernardino County Home Inspections
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  • Arcadia, Duarte, Monrovia, Claremont, Glendora, La Verne, San Dimas, San Gabriel, Temple City, Sierra Madre, Covina, West Covina,  San Marino, South Pasadena, Rancho Cucamonga, Los Angeles, Corona, Whittier
  • We do not unfortunately service the West San Fernando Valley & High Desert (Palmdale, Lancaster)
  • We do not service the City of Pasadena

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Meet Tony Escamilla

With over 26 years of experience as an inspector and 24 years as a licensed general contractor, Tony Escamilla is a trusted leader in the property inspection industry. As the founder of Villa Property Inspections, Tony brings unparalleled expertise and a commitment to providing unbiased, thorough inspections. He is also an ICC-certified residential and commercial building inspector and a certified mold inspector, ensuring his clients receive top-tier service and professionalism.


Beyond his career, Tony is a proud father of two accomplished daughters and resides in Arcadia, California. In his free time, he supports the arts and channels his creativity as an amateur photographer, capturing the beauty of the world around him.

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Phone: ((800) 465-0153

Email: tony@inspectaproperty.com

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