National Wildfire prevention

— Minimize risk and maximize safety —

Wildfires can unpredictable, but your property’s safety doesn’t have to be. At National Wildfire Prevention, our job is to help you take the right steps to protect your living spaces from fire risks.

Protecting what matters to you by preventing

With a team you can trust, we tackle everything from clearing overgrown brush to fireproofing your home’s most vulnerable areas. We are not just about providing a service, we are here to give you peace of mind knowing your property’s safety doesn’t is as safe as possible.

Why we do it

Wildfires reported in California as of Dec 10th, 2024

Structures destroyed by wildfires in California in 2023

Have been reported in recent years. Weak/dead trees can be a deadly fire hazard worth keeping an eye on.

Large-scale tree die-offs

How we do it

Wildfires spread rapidly, but by taking the right steps to protect your home, you can significantly reduce the risk.

Understanding fire prevention is essential for minimizing risks, safeguarding your property, and ensuring safety through proactive measures and preparedness

Implementing the Zone 0, Zone 1, and Zone 2 approach creates a protective barrier around your home, shielding it from embers, radiant heat, and direct flames. In doing so, you not only protect your family but also help preserve the surrounding environment and ecosystems

Zone 0 (0-5 feet): The Ember-Resistant Zone

This is the most critical area for wildfire defense. Keeping Zone 0 clear of flammable materials—such as dead leaves, mulch, and wood piles—prevents embers from igniting your home. Hardscaping, non-combustible materials, and well-maintained plants are essential here.

Remove:

  • Flammable mulch (e.g., wood chips, pine needles, bark mulch)

    Dead leaves, twigs, and debris accumulation

  • Overhanging treebranches

    Wooden fences or combustible materials attached to the house

  • Outdoor furniture made of wood or plastic near the house

Replace With:

  • Non-combustible materials like gravel, stone, or concrete pathways

  • Regularly maintained, fire-resistant plants (e.g., succulents, ice plant, agave)

  • Pruned tree branches (no branches within 10 feet of the roofline)

  • Metal fences or fire-resistant composite materials

  • Fire-resistant patio furniture (e.g., metal, tempered glass, concrete)

Zone 1 (5-30 feet): The Lean, Clean, and Green Zone - Zone 1 acts as a buffer between your home and potential wildfire fuel. Keeping trees properly spaced, pruning branches, and removing dry vegetation minimizes fire intensity. Choose fire-resistant plants and ensure your yard remains well-irrigated to reduce flammability.

Remove:

  • Highly flammable vegetation (e.g., juniper, eucalyptus, pine, cedar, and tall grasses)

  • Dense shrubs and plants growing close together

  • Wood piles, lumber, or any combustible storage near structures

  • Flammable patio umbrellas and cushions

Replace With:

  • Fire-resistant, widely spaced shrubs (e.g., lavender, salvia, manzanita)

  • Properly spaced and maintained vegetation (reduce ladder fuels)

  • Move wood piles and combustible materials at least 30 feet away from structures

  • Use fire-resistant outdoor décor (e.g., cushions made of Sunbrella fabric, fire-resistant shade structures)

Zone 2 (30-100 feet): The Reduced Fuel Zone

This zone slows the fire’s spread before it reaches your home. Thinning trees, cutting back shrubs, and creating horizontal and vertical spacing between vegetation can help reduce fire intensity. Strategic landscaping in this area prevents flames from building momentum.

Remove:

  • Dead trees, fallen branches, and excessive ground cover (pine needles, dry leaves, etc.)

  • Closely spaced trees with overgrown canopies

  • Unmaintained grass taller than 4 inches

  • Unused vehicles, equipment, or storage that can act as fire fuel

  • Replace With:

    • Thin trees to create 10-15 feet of space between canopies

    • Regularly mow grass and remove dry weeds

    • Space out trees and shrubs to reduce fire spread

    • Clear out unnecessary flammable objects and replace with gravel paths or defensible space barriers