There are a few elements in your Boulder home’s defensible space that are going to cause the biggest problems during wildfires. Vegetation is one of them. It doesn’t matter if it’s healthy or diseased or dead; the vegetation around your home is a fire risk. The good news is there are steps you can take to manage the vegetation. You can minimize the risk to your home. While you can’t completely stop all wildfires, you can at least take precautions to help reduce the spread and damage. What Type of Vegetation Is a Problem During Wildfires? All plants can burn when it comes to fire. However, some is going to be much more problematic than others. Diseased and dead vegetation
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For questions about fire mitigation in Boulder, contact us at (719)400-9104. Getting the zones around your home ready in the event of a fire is essential. In addition to fire mitigating your property, you need to make sure your landscape is designed to prevent the spread, making it harder for fires to find fuel and become out of control. There are different steps you can take depending on the size of your property. Here are the top firewise landscaping tips to manage your property. Mow, Water, and Maintain When it comes to the area within the first 30 feet of your home or so, you need to make sure you do regular maintenance. Mowing your lawn is one of the