As we enter the winter months, now is a great time to assess your landscape and plan for any adjustments you want to make to help protect your home from fire.
Zone 0 is the area within 5 feet of your home and any attached structures such as a deck.
The objective of Zone 0 is to create a fire-resistant barrier by removing combustible materials.
Remove plants in Zone 0
Instead, consider adding visual interest with designing hardscapes or rock pathways, or planting in containers that can be moved at least 5 feet away from structures in the event of a red flag warning or high wildfire danger weather.
Replace combustible mulches in Zone 0
Use non-combustible mulches such as rocks, decomposed granite, and gravel or install hardscaping such as concrete, brick, or pavers.
Replace combustible fencing adjacent to structures
Wood fences can act like a wick for fire. Consider replacing wood fencing that connects to your home with a non-combustible material such as metal or Hardie Board.
These steps will help protect your home from fire pathways like direct flame, radiant heat, and embers.