Late Summer Fire Safety in Adams County, CO

8/17/2022 (Permalink)

Pine needles and dried leaves can increase risk of your property being affected by fire.

It is summertime in Colorado! While we all love the fun activities that come with this time of year, it is important to remember that fire danger is also a lot higher, especially if you live in a more rural area with trees and vegetation. Feel safe leaving home to go paddleboard or hike Pike’s peak by prepping your house or business to be able to withstand a fire, should it come your way!

FEMA has some great recommendations on how to protect your property:

Roof

Roofs are the most at risk part of your property! Shingles and other roofing materials should use Class A non combustible materials. Eaves should have short overhangs and flat edging. Embers can catch on lifted edges or eaves, starting a fire. 

Vents

Install metal wire mesh to catch embers and keep them from blowing into your vents. Place fire blocks into the foundation and vents to starve any fire of oxygen and prevent fire from spreading. 

Debris

Create defensible space around your home or business to reduce risk of a fire reaching your property. 30 feet surrounding your home should be cleared of flammable vegetation and other combustible materials. Regularly clear out debris from gutters and rooftops.

https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-11/fema_protect-your-property_wildfire.pdf

Should you be in need of assistance following a fire at your property, SERVPRO of Broomfield/Arvada is here for you! Call SERVPRO for help with fire damage at (303)452-9900 day or night 365 days a year.