As wildfire risk continues to climb across California, more homeowners are trying to get ahead of the flames, investing in prevention before disaster strikes.

For Auburn resident Gina Juarceys, the peace of mind is worth every penny.

"It's priceless to me," Juarceys said. "It's priceless to know that I can at least think about other things and know the house is going to do what it needs to do and I can take care of whatever else needs to be taken care of."

Juarceys is one of a growing number of homeowners turning to Blaze Busters, a company launched five years ago with a simple goal of stopping fire damage before it happens.

Founder and CEO Chris Duhain said he started the business after watching homes burn down, only to be rebuilt and lost again.

"Seeing homes being built, then burne

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