Remodeling and construction in San Bernardino

Building in a high fire-hazard area in San Bernardino

This area sits in an elevated fire-hazard severity zone, which changes what the code requires. Chapter 7A applies: ignition-resistant exterior assemblies, ember-resistant attic and foundation vents, tempered or multi-pane glazing, and Class A roof assemblies. Defensible-space clearance around the structure is enforced separately. We build to that standard as a matter of course here, it is not an upgrade, it is the permit condition.

If you are rebuilding after a fire, the scope usually reaches further than the visible damage, smoke intrusion into framing and insulation, heat damage to plumbing and electrical, and code upgrades triggered by the rebuild. We will walk the property with you and put the actual scope in writing before anyone talks about a number.