HGTV star Jonathan Scott is sharing some tips for those rebuilding after losing their homes in the Los Angeles fires, which occurred in January 2025.
During an April 2025 interview with KTLA 5, Scott said, “The recovery efforts are so far ahead of schedule that people need to be organized.” He then shared his advice to those who are starting the rebuilding process. Scott urged homeowners to take steps to ensure their houses have less chance of burning down again. He said to “not build back with vented attics or vented crawl spaces.”
“That’s how embers get into your home, and starts the fire from the inside,” explained Scott.
Scott also said to either fire-proof or minimize the home’s exposed eaves when rebuilding. In addition, he said, “Make sure all materials in the exterior of your home are Class A non-combustible.”
Jonathan Scott Shared Why He Is Passionate About What Occurred During the Los Angeles Fires
During the KTLA 5 interview, Scott shared why he has been vocal about wanting to help thoseaffected by the January 2025 Los Angeles fires. He noted that his fiancee, actress Zooey Deschanel‘s “family lost their home of 45 years in the Palisades.”
“I’ve got about a dozen friends who have lost their homes,” said Scott during the interview.
Deschanel discussed losing her childhood home in a January 2025 Instagram post. In the caption of the post, Deschanel said her parents, Mary Jo and Caleb Deschanel’s home was “full of too many incredible memories to count” and ” so spectacularly beautiful.”
“One of my friends growing up called it ‘The Church’ because the 14 foot ceilings with stained glass windows in the living room cast colorful shadows at the end of the day. And to me it was holy, a sanctuary where we felt most safe. The Christmas dinners, Easter egg hunts, trick or treating, weddings, birthdays, baby showers… we celebrated the best moments of our lives there. The family photos that lined the hallways, the artwork, the piano I learned to play on, the wedding china, the furniture my great great grandfather built… the reminders of generations past: All have vanished into thin air,” continued Deschanel in the caption.
Scott took to the post’s comments section to share that he will help rebuild the home.
“so many fond memories. Absolutely heartbreaking. Know that I will do whatever it takes to restore its original beauty to the best of my abilities. Nothing can replace the beauty and history of the original home. But it’s the best way we can honor it. ❤️,” wrote Scott.
Zooey Deschanel Shared Her Appreciation for Her Fiance
In a joint February 2025 Entertainment Tonight interview, Scott said he was in the process of starting construction on his fiancee’s childhood home.
“In two weeks, I’ll have the plans reworked and ready to go,” said Scott.
Deschanel then expressed gratitude for Scott. According to Deschanel, he has been helpful to many people affected by the fires.
“He’s the best partner ever but he’s also like the best neighbor. He was like for every neighbor that needed help. He’s the best person,” said Deschanel to the publication.