How to Protect Your Home from Wildfires
Learn how you can use wildfire-resistant building materials and landscaping to reduce the risk of your home igniting during a wildfire.
Own your zone
Ignition-resistant homes depend on actions taken in three zones around the home. Many of these actions are affordable and can be taken by individual homeowners. Neighborhood associations and local governments can create incentives and regulations to encourage ignition-resistant neighborhoods.
Priority actions to take for ignition-resistant homes.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
1st Priority
- A.Roof
- B.Roof and yard debris
- C.Buffer zone
- D.Vents
- E.Deck
2nd Priority
- F.Fencing
- G.Enclose under decks
- H.Trees
3rd Priority
- I.Siding
- J.Eaves
- K.Windows
- L.Deck surface