Remove flammable vegetation and items that could catch fire which are adjacent to, or below, combustible decks, balconies, and stairs
Prevents ladder fuel from igniting under or near your structure and climbing up the siding of your home.
FAQ Topic: Defensible Space Inspections Explained
Remove or separate live flammable ground cover and shrubs
Separation and spacing of vegetation is key to a fire safe landscape.
Removal of any and all dead and dying vegetation
This includes grass, plants, shrubs, trees, branches, leaves, weeds, and needles. These types of fuel ignite quickly and easily from wind blown embers.
Remove all dead and dying trees, branches, shrubs or other plants in close proximity to a building.
This includes any vegetation next to or hanging over a building to eliminate the closest threat.
Remove leaves, needles or other vegetation on roofs, gutters, decks, and porches.
The roof is the most vulnerable part of the structure. While your roof may be fire rated, embers can still ignite combustible materials like needles or leaves that have accumulated on the roof or in the gutters.
Removing all branches within 10 feet of any chimney or stovepipe outlet.
Chimneys and stovepipes radiate heat, reduce the risk of ignition by creating space around them. Ensure they are screened and if they are used, sealed. Reduce the possibility that wind blown embers could enter your home.