How We Install Sprinklers and Hardening to Protect Your Home
Professional installation that protects your home before you evacuate. Strong paperwork for your insurance broker.
We install automated exterior sprinklers and full home hardening under one scope of work. Sprinklers are the active defense. Hardening seals every weak point. Together they give your home the best chance to survive wildfire. We document everything in one packet for your insurance broker.
5-Mile Radius
Satellite detection coverage
3 to 10 Days
Typical installation timeline
3 Threat Levels
Automated response escalation
Six Stages of Automated Sprinkler Defense
Satellite Wildfire Monitoring
5-Mile Radius
Regional satellite data from GOES-18, NOAA, and CAL FIRE tracks fire activity within a 5-mile radius 24 hours a day. When regional fire is detected the system moves to Threat Level 1 and prepares to activate.
Layer 1 of dual wildfire detection. No human intervention required.
On-Property Camera Detection
Immediate Threat Confirmation
On-property cameras with intelligent fire detection watch the immediate surroundings in real time. When cameras confirm a direct threat the system escalates to Threat Level 2 and begins pre-activation. Either detection layer can trigger activation independently.
Layer 2 of dual wildfire detection. Continuous monitoring.
Automated Threat Escalation
Three Response Levels
The system has three escalating response levels that activate automatically. Threat Level 1 is regional awareness. Threat Level 2 is property-level alert with pre-activation. Threat Level 3 is full system deployment. Each level triggers the next with no button to push.
Push notification sent to homeowner at Threat Level 2.
Roof, Eave, and Perimeter Sprinkler Activation
All Three Zones
At Threat Level 3 all three sprinkler zones activate in sequence based on threat direction. Roof sprinklers saturate the roofline and extend 20 feet past it. Eave sprinklers protect the most common ember entry points. Perimeter sprinklers flood defensible space up to 35 feet beyond the structure.
Copper pipe throughout. Installed by a licensed California General Contractor.
Optional Class A Foam Deployment
Maximum Surface Protection
For Fortress tier properties, Class A foam is injected through the same sprinkler heads already delivering water. Foam clings to surfaces, holds moisture longer than water alone, and creates a fire-resistant barrier between water cycles. 100% biodegradable, non-toxic to plants, pets, and wildlife.
Foam is always optional. Rinses clean through automated rinse cycle.
Automatic Rinse, Reset, and System Confirmation
Back to Standby
Once the threat clears the system enters an automated rinse cycle and returns all zones to standby. A post-event status report is sent to the FireRoofs app. No cleanup crew. No manual reset. The system is ready for the next threat.
Full post-event status report delivered to the app.
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Dual Wildfire Detection: How Both Layers Work Together
Regional Satellite Monitoring
GOES-18 / NOAA / CAL FIRE Feeds
Coverage: 5-mile radius
Trigger: Threat Level 1. System prepares.
On-Property Camera Detection
Intelligent Fire Detection
Coverage: Immediate property perimeter
Trigger: Threat Level 2 and 3. System activates.
Protection Architecture
Three zones.
Every surface.
Zone 01
Roof Zone
Rotating sprinklers saturate the entire roofline including ridges, valleys, and gutters. Coverage extends 20 feet past the roofline to protect patios, decks, and surrounding landscaping.
Zone 02
Eave Zone
Eave-mounted nozzles target the most common ember entry points: soffits, vents, and the junction where roof meets wall. This zone handles ignition points passive hardening alone cannot fully protect.
Zone 03
Perimeter Zone
Perimeter sprinklers point outward from the structure, saturating surrounding vegetation and tree lines up to 35 feet beyond the property. Continuous coverage reduces ember ignition in defensible space.
Premier Home Hardening Process
While sprinklers provide active defense, home hardening makes the structure itself resistant to ember intrusion and radiant heat. FireRoofs coordinates both under one scope of work.
Ember-Resistant Vents
Replace standard attic and foundation vents with ember- and flame-resistant models that block ember intrusion while maintaining airflow.
FireRoofs CrewNoncombustible Fencing
Replace combustible fencing within 5 feet of the structure with steel, masonry, or other noncombustible materials that break the fuel path from property line to home.
FireRoofs CrewZone Zero Clearance
Remove all combustible material within 0 to 5 feet of the structure. No mulch, no stored firewood, no combustible planters against the foundation.
FireRoofs CrewFire-Retardant Application
Professional application of fire retardant to exterior wood surfaces including siding, trim, and exposed structural elements.
FireRoofs CrewEnclosed Eaves and Soffits
Box in open eaves and soffits to eliminate ember traps at the roof-wall junction, one of the most common ignition points in WUI fires.
FireRoofs CrewExterior Wall Cladding
Install noncombustible or ignition-resistant wall cladding from grade to roofline, reducing radiant heat exposure and direct flame contact risk.
FireRoofs CrewWe Sequence Work Based on Your Insurance Situation
Not every homeowner starts in the same place. Some have an active policy. Some have received a non-renewal notice. Some are already on the FAIR Plan. We adjust the scope and timeline accordingly.
Evaluate Your Insurance Situation
We review your current coverage, any non-renewal notices, and your carrier requirements to determine which mitigation categories matter most for your specific situation.
Prioritize High-Impact Mitigation
If you have a non-renewal deadline, we front-load the categories your carrier weighs most heavily. If you are already on the FAIR Plan, we build toward the documentation package that supports an exit strategy.
Coordinate Active and Passive Scope
Sprinkler installation and home hardening are scheduled to minimize disruption. One project manager coordinates all trades so nothing falls through the cracks.
Document Every Phase
Pre-installation assessment, material specifications, progress photography, and final system documentation are compiled into a single Evidence Packet mapped to all 12 mitigation categories under Regulation 2644.9.
Deliver the Evidence Packet
You receive a completed documentation package designed to support insurance discount applications, non-renewal appeals, and FAIR Plan exit strategies.
Professional Installation by a Licensed California General Contractor
- 3 to 10 days construction depending on property size and complexity
- 1 to 2 days commissioning and homeowner orientation
- 100% exterior-mounted. No roof penetrations, no interior wall work
- Copper pipe throughout
- Licensed by the California Contractors State License Board
- Every installation permitted through the local jurisdiction
Water Supply: What Happens When the Grid Fails
Municipal Supply
The system draws from your home’s existing water supply at operating pressure.
Automatic Failover
If municipal pressure drops the system automatically switches to your pool, storage tank, or secondary source. No manual valves.
Backup Power
The system runs on your home’s backup power: generator or Tesla Powerwall. No battery backup is built into the controller.
The January 2025 Palisades Fire demonstrated why this matters. Municipal water infrastructure failed under demand. FireRoofs systems with independent water sources continued operating.
See It Installed on a Real Property
Questions About How the System Works
How do automated wildfire sprinklers and home hardening work together?
Automated sprinklers provide active defense by saturating exterior surfaces during a fire event. Home hardening provides passive defense by making the structure itself more resistant to ember intrusion and radiant heat. Together they address all 12 mitigation categories that California insurers evaluate under Regulation 2644.9.
What is the difference between active and passive wildfire defense?
Active defense includes automated exterior sprinklers that detect threats and deploy water and optional Class A foam before fire arrives. Passive defense includes structural modifications like ember-resistant vents, noncombustible fencing, enclosed eaves, and Zone Zero clearance. FireRoofs provides both under one scope of work.
Does the system work if I have already evacuated?
Yes. The system activates automatically based on dual sensor detection, not homeowner action. The FireRoofs app sends push notifications so you can monitor conditions remotely after evacuating.
What documentation does FireRoofs provide for insurance?
FireRoofs provides a comprehensive Evidence Packet including pre-installation property assessment, material specifications with manufacturer data sheets, progress photography, final system documentation, and a completed mitigation checklist mapped to all 12 categories under California Regulation 2644.9. This documentation package is designed to support insurance discount applications and FAIR Plan exit strategies.
How long does installation take?
Most sprinkler installations take 3 to 10 days of construction plus 1 to 2 days of commissioning. Home hardening scope varies by property. All work is coordinated under one project manager with one timeline.
See What the Satellite Sees
Before we install anything, we look at your property from above. Our satellite report shows your roof condition, nearby vegetation, and fire zone status in about two minutes.
- Roof and vegetation snapshot from satellite imagery
- Fire zone and risk level for your specific address
- Full assessment option available if you want more detail
Takes about two minutes. No account needed.
Sprinklers, Hardening, Documentation. Find Out What That Looks Like for Your Property.
Free comprehensive home hardening evaluation. No obligation. San Francisco Bay Area.