T.H. Earthworks

Spring is here — and that means it’s time to start thinking about defensible space before fire season arrives.

At T.H. Earthworks, we know that preparing your property early can make all the difference when wildfire season hits. Creating defensible space in the spring gives you time to reduce risk, protect your home, and gain peace of mind before conditions turn hot, dry, and dangerous.

🔥 Why Defensible Space Matters

Defensible space is the buffer you create between your home and the surrounding vegetation. This space slows or stops the spread of wildfire and helps protect your property from direct flames and flying embers.

Here are a few important fire facts:

🔥 Embers can travel over a mile ahead of a wildfire. Most homes ignite from wind-blown embers — not from a wall of flames.

🌲 Dry grass and brush can ignite in seconds. Once lit, fire spreads rapidly uphill and with the wind.

🏠 Homes with at least 100 feet of defensible space are significantly more likely to survive a wildfire.

🚒 Clear access around your property allows firefighters to safely defend your home.

🌱 Why Spring Is the Best Time

Vegetation is easier to cut and remove before it dries out.

You reduce fuel loads before peak heat and wind events.

You avoid last-minute rushes when fire danger levels spike.

It gives new growth time to be maintained safely.

Waiting until summer can mean working in extreme heat — or worse, during active fire conditions.

What Creating Defensible Space Includes:

✔ Removing dead brush and debris
✔ Thinning trees and ladder fuels
✔ Clearing grasses within 100 feet of structures
✔ Pruning lower tree limbs
✔ Creating separation between shrubs and structures
✔ Improving access roads and driveways

Wildfire season is not a matter of if — it’s a matter of when. Taking action now can dramatically improve your home’s chances of surviving a wildfire.

If you’re ready to protect your property this spring, T.H. Earthworks is here to help. Let’s get ahead of fire season — together.

📞 Contact us today to schedule your defensible space assessment. 530 782 4156 or message us here serving redding and surrounding areas

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