In March 2025, Cal Fire released updated Very High Fire Hazard Area Maps, indicating significant increases in both Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. California state law now mandates a Fire Department inspection prior to the sale of any property located in a Very High Fire Hazard Zone as part of all real estate transactions.

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In the wake of the recent devastating wildfires, the California insurance market is experiencing significant changes, leading to an insurance crisis. Insurers are now using advanced wildfire risk scoring models and closely examining individual properties.

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Wildfire Home Hardening was established by two local professionals from the insurance and construction industries to provide property owners in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties with practical solutions and connections to licensed local contractors who can perform the work. Not only do we strive to protect communities, but we also aim to support local contracting businesses.

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Home hardening and fire mitigation measures will be essential, and Wildfire Home Hardening is here to help.