Which Wildfire Assessment Is Right for Your Property?
Most homeowners do not need to guess where to start.
Start with a Property Fire Risk Walk. If your property needs a deeper look, a Full Assessment gives you the complete picture. When you are ready to build, a Complete Plan gets you there.
You will know exactly what your property needs, and what it does not.
Wildfire protection is not a single decision. It is a process.
We walk your property with you and identify real wildfire risks across Zone 0, Zone 1, Zone 2, and beyond.
From there, one of three things happens:
- We handle immediate work like defensible space or straightforward fixes.
- We step you up to a Full Assessment for a complete, documented picture of your home and what compliance requires.
- We move into a Complete Plan when you are ready for larger, transformational work, with the design, plans, and estimates to build.
You do not need to decide this upfront. We guide you based on what we see on your property.
Risk Walks first. Deeper tiers when your property calls for it.
Most homeowners should begin with a Property Fire Risk Walk. Full Assessments and Complete Plans go deeper for larger properties, older homes, and owners ready to build.
Start Here: Property Fire Risk Walk
This is where most homeowners should begin.
- Are just getting started with wildfire protection.
- Want to prepare for a Cal Fire inspection.
- Need a clear picture of your current and near-term risk.
- Are focused on quick wins and practical improvements.
- Want to take action immediately.
- On-site walkthrough of your property with you.
- Zone 0, Zone 1, and Zone 2 risk breakdown.
- Visual structure review for risk and hardening opportunities.
- Explanation of how fire would approach your home.
- Clear, prioritized action list with light documentation.
- Guidance on what matters and what does not.
In many cases, work can be quoted and started quickly after the walk.
For the Full Picture: Full Assessment
A deep, comprehensive review of your home’s current state.
- Own a larger estate or property.
- Have a home built before 1980.
- Want every detail documented.
- Are facing insurance pressure or non-renewal.
- Need to understand exactly where you stand on compliance.
- Want a reference you can act on for years.
- Thorough on-site field assessment of structures and property.
- Comprehensive written report and documentation, custom-built to your home.
- Current-state review of vents, siding, decks, roofing, access, and defensible space.
- Alignment with current and near-term compliance requirements.
- A clear picture of what your property needs and why.
This is a paid assessment focused on understanding your home, not design or construction.
Ready to Build: Complete Plan
A process for owners ready to take on real work.
- Are ready to start significant work.
- Are planning a remodel, major upgrade, or property transformation.
- Need design, plans, and estimation before you build.
- Are coordinating contractors or outside approvals.
- Are addressing complex Zone 0 and structural requirements.
- Are making a larger investment in your property.
- Defensible space plans with fire-safe landscape design.
- Contractor scoping, guidance, and estimation.
- Vegetation identification and setback definitions.
- Detailed evaluation of structures, building materials, WUI codes, and Zone 0 complexities.
- Documentation ready to build or submit for outside approvals.
This is a process, not a one-time service. It is built for transformational change, not basic retrofits.
Risk Walks vs Full Assessments vs Complete Plans
| Category | Property Fire Risk Walk | Full Assessment | Complete Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | Property-level | Whole-home, current-state review | Design and build-level |
| Focus | Current and near-term risk, quick wins | Comprehensive evaluation and compliance alignment | Design, planning, and estimation for the work ahead |
| Cost | Paid, entry-level | Paid, project-based | Paid, scoped to the project |
| Duration | 45 to 90 minutes onsite | Multi-hour onsite with follow-up analysis | Ongoing process across multiple stages |
| Output | Action list and field guidance, light documentation | Comprehensive written report and documentation | Plans, designs, scope, and estimates ready to build |
| Next Step | Immediate work or step up to a deeper tier | Act on findings or move into a Complete Plan | Build-ready execution |
Common questions before getting started.
Where do most people start?
Most homeowners begin with a Property Fire Risk Walk. If your property needs a deeper look, we move into a Full Assessment. When you are ready to build, a Complete Plan.
Does the Risk Walk count toward the other tiers?
In many cases, yes. The Risk Walk surfaces key issues early and reduces the scope of a Full Assessment or Complete Plan. We build on that work rather than starting over.
What do I receive from each?
Property Fire Risk Walk:
- On-site walkthrough
- Zone-based risk identification
- Clear action list
- Light documentation and next steps
Full Assessment:
- Comprehensive on-site evaluation
- Detailed written report and documentation
- Compliance alignment
- A reference you can act on for years
Complete Plan:
- Design, plans, and scope
- Contractor guidance and estimation
- Build-ready documentation
- Support for approvals and larger projects
Ready to Get Started?
You do not need to figure this out on your own. Start with a Property Fire Risk Walk, and we will guide you to the right next step based on your property.