Wildfire defensible space · California

MOFD Home Hardening Grant (Ember-Resistant Vents, Gutter Guards)

Run by Moraga-Orinda Fire District (MOFD)

OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Free 1/16 in wildfire mesh; free HomeSafe stainless gutter guards shipped to the home; ember-resistant vent purchase reimbursed up to $1,000 per parcel (vents and sales tax only)
Maximum
$1,000 per household
Who qualifies
Residents within MOFD's jurisdiction; retrofit of existing residential vents not required by code (new construction and major remodels excluded).
Where
Residents within the Moraga-Orinda Fire District (Moraga, Orinda and Canyon).
Status
Open. Open to all MOFD residents until June 30, 2027 (FY 2026-27)
Type of payment
Grant
Official program page

What you do

Retrofit existing vents with ember-resistant vents or free vent mesh, and install free stainless-steel gutter guards, to protect the home from embers.

Requirements

  • Reimbursement covers purchase of ember-resistant vents and sales tax only; no labor, hardware or caulk
  • Vents must be approved under CBC Section 7A or CRC R337 (State Fire Marshal Building Materials Listing Category 8165)
  • Verification of residency and proof of purchase
  • Vent mesh ordered in linear feet; picked up at MOFD administrative office after approval
  • Gutter guards shipped free in about 30 days subject to material availability; resident arranges installation

How to apply

  1. 1For free mesh: submit the online Vent Mesh Ordering Form and wait for email approval, then pick up at the MOFD Administrative Office, 1150 Moraga Way Suite B, Moraga
  2. 2For vent reimbursement: buy approved vents, then submit the online Reimbursement Request form with proof of purchase and residency
  3. 3For gutter guards: submit the Gutter Guard Online Ordering Form and use homesafegutterguard.com to size your order
  4. 4Questions: [email protected] or (925) 258-4599

Timing and deadlines

Gutter guards about 30 days; mesh pickup after emailed approval

June 30, 2027

Combining it with other programs

not published

Sources

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