What to Expect During Your Free Home Hardening Visit

1. Ember-Resistant Zone (0–5 Feet from Your Home)

We start with the most critical area — the space immediately around your home. Science has proven this “Zone 0” is where most homes ignite during wildfires.

Our team will:

• Identify and recommend removal of flammable materials and vegetation within 5 feet of structures.
  
  

• Check for combustible fences, decks, mulch, or climbing plants that could carry fire to your home.
  
  

• Review siding, vents, and openings where embers could enter.
  
  

• Provide tailored guidance for creating a non-combustible buffer zone that meets CAL FIRE and insurance standards.
  
  

2. Defensible Space (5–30 Feet from Your Home)

Next, we move into Zone 1 — the lean, clean, and green zone.
Here, the goal is to slow the movement of flames and prevent radiant heat from reaching your home.

We’ll help you:

• Evaluate plants, spacing, and irrigation systems.
  
  

• Identify areas where non-combustible materials (like gravel or stone borders) can act as fire breaks.
  
  

• Create a customized Defensible Space Maintenance Plan to keep this area code-compliant and low-risk year-round.
  
  

3. Fuel Reduction Zone (30–100 Feet or to Property Line)

Zone 2 focuses on reducing the energy and speed of fire before it reaches your home.

During this portion, we:

• Assess tree spacing, pruning needs, and ladder fuels.
  
  

• Review slope conditions and vegetation density.
  
  

• Recommend strategies for safe vegetation management that won’t harm the landscape or ecosystem.
  
  

4. Fire Smart Landscaping Recommendations

Your plan includes expert tips for designing and maintaining fire-smart landscaping that looks great and lowers wildfire risk.

We’ll guide you on:

• Choosing low-flammability plants and ground covers.
  
  

• Irrigation efficiency to maintain healthy, fire-resistant vegetation.
  
  

• Proper pruning and maintenance schedules to prevent overgrowth.
  
  

You’ll receive a personalized digital report outlining what to change, what to keep, and how to maintain your property for optimal protection.

5. Insurance & Compliance Guidance

Wildfire Warden helps you go beyond safety — we help you save money.

Your Free Home Hardening Plan will include:

• A checklist of upgrades recognized by insurers under the Safer From Wildfires framework.
  
  

• Documentation you can share with your insurance provider to demonstrate compliance.
  
  

• Advice on how to maintain eligibility for discounts long-term.
  
  

What You’ll Receive

At the end of your visit, you’ll get:
✔ A customized home hardening plan with prioritized recommendations.
✔ A map of your property zones showing where improvements are needed.
✔ Guidance on materials and vegetation that meet current fire safety codes.
✔ Tips to help you qualify for insurance premium reductions.

Schedule Your Free Home Hardening Plan

Wildfire Warden’s mission is to make every California home wildfire-ready — and easier to insure.
Our specialists are based in Ventura County and provide no-cost home hardening assessments for homeowners throughout the region.