Protecting Your Homes from California Fires

7/9/2019 (Permalink)

So what can you do to help protect yourself, your home and property from wildfires? Here are some tips for preparing your home and yard against a wildfire.

• Remove dead or dying trees and shrubs from your yard.
• Keep trees and shrubs pruned. Branches should be a minimum of 6 ft from the ground and shrubs under trees should be no more than 18 inches high.
• Clear your roof and gutters of debris.
• Apply ¼” non-combustible screening to all vent or eaves openings.
• Install spark arresters in chimneys.
• Use double paned or tempered glass for all exterior windows.
• Become familiar with your community’s disaster preparedness plans and create a plan for your family.
• Identify escape routes from your home and neighborhood.
• Designate an emergency meeting place for your family to reunite if you become separated.

These are just a few proactive steps you can take to prepare and protect your home from wildfires.  

Need immediate help? Please call SERVPRO of Fair Oaks / Folsom 916-987-0400. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We can handle your emergency.