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Rebuilding and Rental Damage
Building Division Wildfire Hotline
County of San Diego
(858) 694-3876
When it's time to rebuild, first look to insurance and charities for help with rebuilding costs. When you have covered the costs, it is important to make sure that your new structure is built well, in a efficient manner and for a reasonable price. Here are some recommendations on how to find the right contractor and helpful resources:
· Use only licensed contractors, you can verify that your contractor has a valid license by contacting the Contractors State License Board by phone at 1-800-321-2752, or on their website: http://www.cslb.ca.gov/consumers.
· You can also check with your local Better Business Bureau to learn about the companies' reputation by contacting their 24 hour Automated Voice Response Phone: (858) 496-2131 or visiting http://www.sandiego.bbb.org.
· Get at least two estimates for each job and compare to find the best price.
· According to California Law, down payments for home repair are limited to 1,000 dollars or 10 percent of the total cost, whichever is less.
· Never pay with cash! Pay with check or money order in three installments; the first when work is beginning, the second when work is almost complete and the last third when the work has been completed.
· Before work begins make sure to get all promises in writing and sign a contract outlining the work, payment schedules, time frame, materials, and any other important topics.
· Before work begins also be aware of the effects of construction and equipment operation on the air around you. For information on maintaining healthy air quality and air quality permits view the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District's Air Quality Permits Fact Sheet at, http://www.sdapcd.org/info/facts/permits.pdf.
If your home has been destroyed or damaged by a wildfire, the county may be able to provide expedited services and fee waivers to help you rebuild. For more information or answers to frequently asked questions regarding rebuilding, click here,
or call the Building Division Wildfire Hotline: (858) 694-3876.
For business offering discounted services (contractors, haulers, architects, etc.) to fire victims contact the Building Industry Association at (858) 450-1221.
For information concerning rebuilding, permits and fees, contact the Department of Planning and Land Use, Building Division.
Phone: Please call (858) 565-5920 to determine the location near you.
Website: http://www.sd
- Obtain any FEMA inspection reports
- Request a building inspection by your city and obtain the report
- Give you landlord written notice including copies of the above documentation and stating that the unit is no longer habitable.
- Unless your landlord previously made repairs to your unit because of misuse of the property, you are entitled to the return of your deposit in full. In that case, you may also want to give your landlord written notice requesting the return of your deposit.
See if your community has or is developing a Community Wildfire Protection Plan and get involved. Your help, along with your community, local organizations, and agencies can reduce the risk and damage of a wildfire emergency. For more information:
Joint Fire Science Program
California Fire Alliance
Bureau of Land Management: Community Wildfire Protection Plans and You
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