Lock In Legal, IP & Prototype
Form LLC
File Wildfire Protective Systems in California ($70). Assign patent rights to LLC. Open business bank account. Apply for EIN from IRS.
Complete Demo Video
Finish prototype model home. Record professional live demonstration showing activation, water delivery, and remote control operation.
Non-Provisional Patent
Convert provisional to full utility patent with Thompson Patent Law Offices PC. Begin PCT international filing for global protection.
Close Seed Round & Build First 10 Units
Investor Outreach
Pitch angel networks and SBIR grant applications using full investor package. Target seed round close by Month 6.
Manufacturing Partner
Qualify 2–3 manufacturers. Negotiate to lock in cost at or below $6K/unit. Confirm production timeline and supply chain.
Build 10 Pilot Units
Install on 3–5 volunteer homes in Fresno/Central Valley. Document performance and gather homeowner testimonials.
UL Certification, Insurance Deal & First 100 Sales
UL / NFPA Testing
Submit for UL listing and NFPA compliance. Certification unlocks insurance market acceptance and retail distribution channels.
Insurance Pilot Deal
Approach State Farm, AAA, or regional CA insurer for a 50–100 home pilot program. First recurring volume revenue channel established.
First 100 Unit Sales
$2M revenue. $1.4M gross profit. Commercial viability fully proven. Begin retail channel discussions with Home Depot and Lowe's.
500 Units Per Year & Series A Readiness
Retail Channel
Home Depot and Lowe's statewide CA distribution discussions. Target SKU listing in CA, OR, and TX markets first.
Licensing Conversations
Outreach to Kidde, Tyco, and SimpliSafe for licensing or OEM partnership. Open passive royalty revenue stream.
Series A Ready
$7M+ gross profit run rate + secured patent + insurance deal = raise $2–5M for national expansion across all WUI states.