Home Hardening

Fire science demonstrates that defensible space slows fire ember ignition down, enabling first responders to minimize damage, and/or reduces the likelihood of ember ignition. Staying prepared saves lives!

5 Key Areas Around the Home to Examine when Assessing Wildfire Risk – Video, NFPA
Be Ember Prepared: Will Your House Survive When the Embers Arrive? University of Nevada
EvolvedDecks.com - local Nevada County company that builds steel decks - Photo gallery
Hardening Your Home and Low-Cost Retrofits - CALFIRE
Home Hardening Priorities & Resources – Coalition’s Kristen Cook
How I Changed My House Vents to 1/8" Screen - DIY project by Susan Rogers, 2019
If Your Home Doesn't Ignite it Can't Burn – Video, NFPA
You Can Reduce the Chance of Your Home Burning - Dr. Kate Wilkins, UC Davis
Your Home and Wildfire, Choices that can Make a Difference – Video, NFPA