Home Hardening Services in San Francisco & the North Bay

Wildfire risk is part of life in Northern California. Home hardening reduces the chance that embers, heat, and smoke compromise your home during fire season. We help homeowners identify vulnerabilities and manage practical upgrades that improve resilience, safety, and long term durability.

Home Stewards handles inspections, maintenance tasks, and project coordination so improvements are done correctly and in the right order. You get a clear plan, documented priorities, and one accountable team managing the work.

What We INSPECT & SERVICE

 

Includes but is not limited to:

Defensible space coordination

We identify clearance issues around structures and coordinate vegetation management recommendations with trusted partners when needed.

Ongoing monitoring

During quarterly visits, we recheck known risk areas and track changes caused by weather, wear, or nearby vegetation growth.

Vulnerability assessments

We inspect vents, siding, decks, eaves, roof edges, and attachment points where embers commonly enter. Findings are documented and prioritized in your punch list.

Basic sealing and maintenance

We address small gaps, damaged screens, loose trim, and maintenance items that increase ember intrusion risk.

When projects get bigger

For upgrades like ember resistant vent installation, exterior material replacement, deck retrofits, roofing work, or code driven improvements, Home Stewards manages licensed contractors. We define scope, coordinate bids, handle permits when required, and supervise work to code. Subscribers receive discounted partner pricing on licensed trades we manage.

Why it matters

  • Reduce the likelihood of ember intrusion during wildfire events

     

  • Improve home safety without unnecessary or misdirected upgrades

     

  • Maintain insurability and reduce future remediation costs

     

  • Create a documented mitigation plan aligned with local conditions

     

Process

  1. Intake inspection We evaluate the exterior envelope and surrounding conditions and prioritize risks.
  2. Maintenance planning Low effort fixes are handled during regular visits. Larger items are scoped as projects.
  3. Quarterly review We monitor changes and adjust your plan as conditions evolve.
  4. Special projects Licensed upgrades are managed end to end by our GC team.

    Home Hardening

    Service area

    Marin, Sonoma, Napa and San Francisco counties.

    Schedule your Free In Home Consultation and wildfire readiness review.

    Other Services We Offer

    Your home is a system, not a collection of isolated parts. When one area is neglected, small issues can turn into costly problems over time. Home Stewards provides comprehensive services designed to protect, maintain, and strengthen your home, helping you stay ahead of repairs while creating a safer, healthier living environment.

    Your roof and gutters are your home’s rain jacket and belt. If either fails, water gets in, fire risk goes up, and everything underneath pays the price. Home Stewards keeps these areas in good working order season after season with preventive maintenance and targeted repairs, backed by licensed general contracting and a 250+ point program delivered on quarterly visits.

    Your furnace and ducts are your home’s lungs. When airflow stalls or heat delivery falters, energy is wasted and comfort drops. Home Stewards keeps systems breathing clean and running efficiently with seasonal inspections, filter service, and duct checks backed by licensed HVAC partners and a 250+ point home program delivered on quarterly visits.

    For furnace replacements, duct repair and sealing, and code-level HVAC upgrades, we manage licensed HVAC partners, and Home Stewards subscribers receive discounted partner pricing.

    Electricity is your home’s nervous system. Loose connections and outdated protection trips more than breakers, they risk people and property. We test, maintain and perform minor repairs during quarterly visits, then manage licensed electricians for panel work and upgrades. One plan, one point of contact.

    Water and termites attack quietly. Left unchecked, they weaken framing, rot finishes, and invite mold. Home Stewards inspects and repairs early damage before it spreads, coordinating licensed specialists under GC management and a 250+ point program delivered on quarterly visits.

    Fire and water damage can bring a home to a halt. From smoke cleanup to full reconstruction, Home Stewards manages recovery end-to-end under licensed GC oversight and healthy-building standards, bringing homes back to safety and function through a 250+ point program delivered on quarterly visits.

    Water is relentless. When it pools, backs up or flows toward the structure, it drives rot, molds interiors and destabilizes soil. Managing water on your lot is fundamental to protecting the building. We assess grading, clear existing drains and install new systems that move water away from foundations. One plan, one point of contact.

    Combustion gases belong inside sealed appliances and venting, not in your living space. During seasonal inspections we routinely uncover leaks that threaten health and increase fire risk. These failures are common, often hidden and usually fixable when caught early. We test, document and coordinate repairs so your equipment runs safely and efficiently. One plan, one point of contact.

    Enjoy the North Bay’s weather and spend more time outdoors. We design, permit and build safe and long lasting outdoor spaces that extend your living area. From simple platforms to multi level decks and covered porches, we handle planning, material selection, structural detailing and construction. One plan, one point of contact.

    Home hardening focuses on strengthening your home to better withstand environmental risks like wildfires, extreme weather, and long-term wear. Our approach prioritizes practical upgrades and preventative measures that improve safety, durability, and resilience without unnecessary disruption. The goal is a home that is better protected today and more prepared for what comes next.

    Air and water filtration services are designed to improve the quality of what you breathe and use every day. We evaluate your home’s environment and recommend solutions that reduce pollutants, allergens, and contaminants at the source. The result is cleaner indoor air, better tasting water, and a healthier living space overall.

    Dryer duct cleaning removes built-up lint and debris that can restrict airflow and increase fire risk. Regular cleaning helps your dryer run more efficiently, reduces drying time, and supports safer operation. It is a simple but important step in protecting your home and maintaining system performance.

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    FAQs

    Does home hardening guarantee fire protection?

    No solution is foolproof, but hardening significantly reduces risk and improves survivability.

    Can you help with insurance requirements?

    Yes. We document conditions and completed work to support insurance reviews.

    Do you perform roof replacements?

    We manage licensed roofing partners for repairs or replacements when needed.

    Is this only for homes in high fire zones?

    No. Embers travel far. Many homes outside mapped zones still benefit from mitigation.

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