SAN
MATEO, Calif., May 21, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- As wildfire seasons increasingly intensify and
threaten homes across California,
FortressFire, a pioneering force in wildfire analytics and risk
management services, proudly announces the launch of its
technology-enabled Onsite Inspection Program. This innovative
offering empowers property owners with actionable and detailed
recommendations for how best to protect their homes from the
ever-looming danger of wildfires and, more importantly, position
their property for obtaining the best insurance coverage.
In collaboration with the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.),
FortressFire continues its vision to revolutionize the wildfire
risk assessment and insurability landscape. The Onsite Inspection
Program represents the next step in the company's commitment to
addressing the complex challenges posed by escalating wildfire
threats in the state.
"At FortressFire, our technology enables us to assess the actual
wildfire risk of a given property, using precision fire physics
models. We provide homeowners and home buyers with a comprehensive
understanding of each property's unique vulnerabilities and the
specific mitigations necessary to fortify against wildfire risk,"
stated Michael Ashker, Chairman of
FortressFire. "With the launch of our Onsite Inspection Program, we
are offering homeowners a comprehensive report that empowers them
to engage in proactive discussions with their current or
prospective insurance carriers to obtain the best possible coverage
at the best possible price."
FortressFire Inspections offer hope for California homeowners seeking greater access
and affordability of wildfire risk mitigation and insurance
solutions:
- Comprehensive Data: Leveraging advanced ground inspection
techniques and building upon aerial assessments, FortressFire
provides objective insights into a property's vulnerability points
and a clear plan of action to protect each property.
- Regulatory Compliance: Evaluating properties against Insurance
Institute of Business & Home Safety (IBHS) standards documents
mitigation actions crucial for compliance and protection in
wildfire events.
- Insurance Standards: Assessing and documenting a property's
compliance against insurability standards contributes valuable
insights from an underwriter's perspective.
The Onsite Inspection Program delivers a suite of detailed
post-inspection reports, including the Wildfire Ground Risk Report,
Ground Inspection Report, Services Quote, and IBHS Checklist. These
reports equip property owners with the tools to protect their homes
from ignition and the knowledge to navigate insurance
processes with confidence and secure optimal coverage for their
homes.
"C.A.R.'s partnership with FortressFire underscores our
commitment to empowering California property owners with the resources
and knowledge necessary to safeguard their investments and loved
ones," remarked C.A.R. President Melanie
Barker. "The launch of the Onsite Inspection Program marks a
significant step forward in our collective efforts to combat the
escalating wildfire crisis and protect our communities."
The FortressFire Onsite Inspection builds on the company's
Wildfire Disclosure Report, available through FirstAmerican NHD,
SnapNHD, MyNHD, PropertyID, and recently added distribution
partner, HomeGuard. Simple and transparent, the process of
obtaining an Onsite Inspection allows property owners to provide
their address, purchase the inspection, schedule the onsite
evaluation, and receive comprehensive post-inspection reports
within days.
Armed with objective data and insights, property owners are
better prepared to navigate the homeowner's insurance process with
commercial carriers or secure discounts for FAIR Plan coverage.
FortressFire's mission is to support real estate agents and
brokers, equipping them to help their clients protect their
properties, loved ones, and peace of mind.
About FortressFire
FortressFire brings together a diverse group of scientists,
technologists, insurance experts, service operations leaders, and
fire management professionals dedicated to protecting homes and
businesses from the devastation of wildfire. We understand the
complex, chaotic nature of fire and how the inability to precisely
model and quantify that threat at the individual property level has
disrupted the property insurance market in California and the western U.S. FortressFire
was founded on the belief that today's technology can enable
practical, effective preparation strategies and mitigation services
at scale to protect residential properties, communities, and small
commercial enterprises. FortressFire's innovative AMP Platform uses
machine learning and predictive modeling to assess wildfire
vulnerability risk, recommend mitigation actions, and provide
ongoing monitoring and protection services. Visit fortressfire.com
to learn more. Visit
https://fortressfire.com/inspection/ to order an Onsite
Inspection.
About the CALIFORNIA
ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
Leading the way…® in California real estate for more than 118
years, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION
OF REALTORS® (www.car.org) is one of the largest state trade
organizations in the United States
with more than 180,000 members dedicated to the advancement of
professionalism in real estate. C.A.R. is headquartered in
Los Angeles.
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