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Protect Your Home from Wildfire
Are you a homeowner in the Greater Sacramento or Chico area? Safeguard your home and family by creating a defensible space against the threat of wildfires. Discover the importance of this crucial step and how North Roots Tree Care can assist you in creating a defensible space.
What is Defensible Space?
Zone 1
This 30-foot area immediately surrounding the home must be kept clear of flammable vegetation and debris.
Zone 2
The next 70 feet should be thinned and pruned to reduce the risk of fire spreading.
Zone 3
Beyond 100 feet, trees and shrubs can be left in a more natural state, but still maintained.
The Benefits of Defensible Space

1

Protection from Wildfire
A well-maintained defensible space can significantly improve the chances of your home surviving a wildfire.

2

Reduced Risk of Damage
By creating a buffer zone, you minimize the potential for flames, embers, and radiant heat to reach your home.

3

Increased Safety
Defensible space also provides safer conditions for firefighters to protect your property.
Creating a Defensible Space Around Your Home

1

Assess Your Property
Carefully examine your home and the surrounding area to identify any fire hazards.

2

Develop a Plan
Create a strategy for removing flammable vegetation and maintaining your defensible space.

3

Implement the Plan
Carry out the necessary work to establish and maintain your defensible space.
Removing Flammable Vegetation and Debris
Zone 1
Clear all flammable vegetation, including tall grass, shrubs, and trees within 30 feet of your home.
Zone 2
Thin and prune trees and shrubs in the 70-foot zone to reduce the fuel load and prevent fire from spreading.
Zone 3
Maintain the area beyond 100 feet by removing dead or dying vegetation and keeping your property well-groomed.
Pruning Trees and Shrubs Strategically
Canopy Clearance
Prune trees to create at least 10 feet of clearance between the lowest branches and the ground.
Ladder Fuels
Remove shrubs and small trees that could act as "ladder fuels," allowing fire to climb from the ground into the tree canopy.
Spacing
Space trees and shrubs at least 10 feet apart to prevent the spread of fire from one plant to another.
Maintaining a Defensible Space Year-Round

Regular Inspections
Routinely inspect your property and address any changes or new fire hazards.

Seasonal Maintenance
Perform necessary pruning, clearing, and cleanup tasks at the start of each fire season.

Vigilance
Stay vigilant and be prepared to act quickly if a wildfire threatens your area.
Contact North Roots Tree Care for Expert Assistance
Creating and maintaining a defensible space can be a complex and labor-intensive process. Let the experts at North Roots Tree Care handle the job for you. Our experienced team will assess your property, develop a tailored plan, and execute the necessary work to ensure your home is protected.