Wildfire (FireSmart) Home Checklist
Protect your BC home from wildfire.
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Immediate zone (within 1.5 m)
Remove mulch, woodpiles, and shrubs against walls
Clear dead vegetation and debris
Seal gaps under decks and porches
Ember-proof the home
Clean debris off the roof and out of gutters
Screen vents with fine mesh against embers
Seal gaps in siding, eaves, and soffits
Materials & yard
Use fire-resistant roofing (metal or Class A)
Keep a low, watered, low-vegetation zone around the home
Move firewood and combustibles well away
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I protect my home from wildfire?
- Clear flammable material within 1.5 m of the home, clean the roof and gutters, screen vents against embers, and use fire-resistant roofing. Embers, not flames, ignite most homes.
- What is FireSmart?
- A program of homeowner steps that reduce wildfire risk — defensible space, ember-proofing, and fire-resistant materials — proven to meaningfully improve a home's odds in a wildfire.
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