Help Protect your Home from Wildfire Damage
Prune the trees. Rake the leaves. Mow the grass. It sounds like a list of typical Saturday chores. But it’s also a critical head start toward protecting your home from wildfire.
It’s true. No home is immune from wildfire risk. On average, 140,000 wildfires occur across the U.S. each year. It’s also true that your home’s chances of survival increase when you prepare in advance. Universal North America and the Institute for Business & Home Safety offer a few simple guidelines for preparing your home and yard for the threat of wildfire.