Protecting Your Home from Wildfire Threats in South Park, San Diego?

3/4/2025 (Permalink)

We restore and rebuild properties damaged by fire in San Diego.

Our Centre City/Uptown teams are trained and certified to restore fire-damaged properties in the South Park community of San Diego. Wildfires are a growing concern for homeowners, especially in fire-prone areas. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) highlights actionable steps to improve your home's survivability during a wildfire. By taking proactive measures, you can reduce the risk of damaging or destroying your property.

Start by addressing your home's exterior vulnerabilities. Remove leaves, pine needles, and other flammable debris from your roof, gutters, and areas under decks to prevent embers from igniting your home. Screen the spaces below decks and porches with 1/8-inch wire mesh to block debris accumulation. Exterior attic and soffit vents should also be covered with 1/8-inch wire mesh to prevent sparks from entering your home.

Inspect your roof for missing shingles or tiles, as these gaps provide a pathway for embers. Replace missing shingles and use bird stops or cement to seal the ends of tiles. Enclosing eaves is another effective method to block ember entry.

These measures, recommended by the NFPA, are simple yet vital for increasing your home's resilience to wildfires. Acting now can make all the difference when fire threats loom nearby.

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When your home or commercial business in South Park is damaged by fire, our local Centre City/Uptown teams are Here to Help. ® Call us today at 619-583-2133.

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