Inspections
What wildfire and insurance inspections commonly check, and how to prepare.
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CAL FIRE defensible space inspection form: what it checks
CAL FIRE's LE-100 form covers zones 0-100 ft. See what inspectors check, why the 2026 zone 0 rule matters, and how to prep before they arrive.
CAL FIRE defensible space inspection request: what to expect
CAL FIRE or your local fire district can request a defensible space inspection any time. Here's the 100-foot rule, timelines, and how to prep before they show up.
Defensible space inspector: what CAL FIRE actually checks
CAL FIRE defensible space inspectors check zones 0-100 ft under PRC 4291. Here's what they look for, when the 5-ft ember zone law starts, and how to prepare.
How to fill out a fire hardening & defensible space advisory
A line-by-line guide to completing your defensible space and fire hardening advisory or inspection form, with CAL FIRE and Ready.gov citations.
What is a defensible space inspection, explained
A defensible space inspection checks the 100 ft (or 5 ft ember zone) around your home for fire risk. Here's who does it, what fails, and how to prepare.
Wildfire experts explain what actually works in 2026
Wildfire experts break down defensible space rules, home hardening priorities, and 2026 fire code changes homeowners need to know now.
Wildfire mitigation assessments: what they check and why it matters
Wildfire mitigation assessments check defensible space, roofing, and vents against CAL FIRE and local codes. Here's what inspectors look for and what it costs.
Wildfire mitigation certification: what it is and who needs one
No single national wildfire mitigation certification exists. Here's what CA, CO, OR, and AZ actually require, what insurers accept, and how to document it yourself.