A USD professor designs an innovative solution to California's housing crisis: a sustainable, fire-resistant home assembled ...

“Historically, flame retardant use to meet flammability standards has resulted in documented health risks without ...

As wildfires intensify, state and federal fire agencies are relying more on aerial fire retardant, sparking concerns over its ...

The house that Michael Kovac built is the only one on his street still standing after a huge fire raced through his Los Angeles neighborhood.

When it comes to protecting your home or workplace from the risks of fire, one of the easiest ways to enhance safety without sacrificing style is by installing flame retardant curtains.

Building experts tell Action News there are roughly 50 ways a fire can burn a house, and eliminating half or more can go a ...

Wool insulation absorbs and releases moisture, preventing mold and significantly enhancing indoor air quality.

For decades, Los Angeles has had some of the strongest building codes for earthquakes and localized fires, but large-scale ...

Drywall may be the go-to finishing material for interior walls, but it's far from being the only choice. Have a look at these exciting drywall alternatives.

More than 10,000 houses burned in Los Angeles. But fire-resistant design helped keep some standing even on blocks where the ...

To reduce or even eliminate the need for heat in the winter and air conditioning in the summer, a passive house is built ...

Foam core insulation may be a popular choice for homes, but not so much for the environment. Thankfully, these eco-friendly ...