Here are some answers to frequently asked questions.
Does Blaze Blockers charge for wildfire home assessments?
No, all wildfire home assessments are free of charge.
Why are embers the number one threat to my home during a wildfire?
Embers can enter your home through vents, windows, or cracks in the home and start small spot fires insides. Firefighters can quickly put out visible spot fires, but those inside the home often go unnoticed until it's too late. Firefighters are busy trying to fight the wildfire and not peaking through windows or checking attics.
What is a Hotshot wildland firefighter?
According to the Forest Service website, "Interagency Hotshot crews (IHCs), commonly called Hotshots or Hotshot crews, are highly trained, specialized wildland fire handcrews that perform some of the most demanding and hazardous tasks in wildland firefighting. Their profession requires a high level of physical fitness and the ability to demonstrate:
Extensive knowledge of fire behavior with the ability to develop and implement strategy and tactics on the most complex incidents under extreme conditions.
A high aptitude for mitigating risk using exemplary situational awareness and outstanding communication skills.
Excellent leadership characteristics at all levels.
On average Hotshots spend more days on the fire line performing fire suppression activities than any other ground based firefighting resource. They also perform and take the lead on a wide variety of tasks. The duration and diversity of their firefighting experience, combined with the experienced IHC leadership, enhance the skills of crew members in every aspect of wildland fire management. "
What makes Blaze Blockers different from other companies?
With years of experience in wildland fire and certification as an NFPA Wildfire Mitigation Specialist, we are experts in wildfire prevention. Our company's low overhead costs allow us to pass savings on to our customers. We are not your average construction or business company; we are former wildland firefighters striving to help protect communities like yours.
Can you quote over the phone?
Unfortunately, we can not quote over the phone. Each home has different factors, such as access, terrain, and the number of vents. We will come out for a free wildfire home assessment and provide estimates on the work we can perform.