Comprehensive Allied Disaster Defense Wildfire Prevention Checklist
Aligned with IBHS, NFPA, and California’s “Safer from Wildfire” Standards Home Hardening Measures Defensible Space Creation Property Maintenance and Long-Term Protection Advanced Home Protection Emergency Preparedness DIY or Contact Allied Disaster Defense This comprehensive checklist provides you with the guidance to protect your home on your own or with professional assistance. If you prefer to […]
Comprehensive Home Hardening Guide
Why Home Hardening Matters Wildfires pose an increasing risk to residential areas, particularly in fire-prone regions. Home hardening focuses on reinforcing structures to withstand heat, flames, and embers. This guide details essential improvements that can be made to protect your home from wildfires, enhancing safety and insurability. 1. Roof Enhancements 2. Vent Protection Strategies 3. […]
The Impact of Wildfires on Real Estate Transactions
Wildfires are increasingly influencing buyer behavior in today’s real estate market, especially in high-risk areas. As devastating fires become more frequent and intense, the ripple effects are undeniable—one of the most significant being astronomical insurance premiums. How Wildfires Affects Real Estate Transactions: Potential buyers are reconsidering or outright walking away from deals due to the […]
California Wildfire Insurance Crisis: How We Got Here
by Mike Thayer, CWMS – Property Risk Specialist for Allied Disaster Defense Many homeowners in California have been impacted by the current wildfire insurance crisis. From non-renewal notices to increasing rates and lack of coverage, almost everyone is feeling the pain. The San Francisco Chronicle recently reported that the average premium increase from the nation’s […]
Santa Clara County FireSafe Council Announces Partnership with Allied Disaster Defense for Home Hardening and Wildfire Risk Mitigation Services
On September 22, 2023, in Saratoga, California, a momentous announcement reverberated throughout the community as the Santa Clara FireSafe Council unveiled a strategic partnership with the stalwart force of Allied Disaster Defense. Their collective mission: to fortify the homes and communities residing in the perilous Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) regions of Santa Clara County against […]
Proactive Approach to Wildfires
As wildfires continue to increase in frequency and severity; it’s becoming increasingly important for homeowners to take proactive measures to protect their homes from the risk of wildfire damage. One of the most effective ways to do this is by applying PHOS-CHEK to vegetation before peak wildfire season. This blog post will explore the benefits […]
Gutter Guards: Preventing Wildfire Damage to Your Home
As the frequency and severity of wildfires continue to increase, it’s becoming increasingly important for homeowners to take proactive measures to protect their homes from the risk of wildfire damage. Installing gutter guards is one of the most effective ways to do this. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of installing gutter guards […]
Ember-Resistant Vents: Protecting Your Home from Wildfires
Ember-resistant vents and stainless steel mesh are essential parts of wildfire protection. These products prevent embers from entering your home and starting a fire. This blog post will discuss ember-resistant vents, stainless steel 1/6″ mesh, how they work, and why they’re essential for protecting your home from wildfires. They are made of fire-resistant materials and […]
The Importance of Vegetation Management for Wildfire Protection
Vegetation management is an essential aspect of wildfire protection. Removing dead or overgrown vegetation around your home can create a defensible space that helps protect your property from wildfire damage. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of vegetation management, how it works, and what steps you can take to protect your property. Vegetation […]
Building Wildfire Resilient Homes: Wildfire Prepared
This blaze underscores how year-round wildfires are impacting communities across the US—not just in regions deemed ‘wildfire prone’ and not just during what we’ve previously known as ‘wildfire season.’ – Jason Metzger, Head of Risk Management In Boulder County, CO, a devastating wildfire broke out in a densely populated area during the final days of […]