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Home-Hardening Self-Audit Checklist

Walk your property and check off each item. These are commonly assessed in wildfire risk evaluations, not a guarantee of any insurer's decision.

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Roof

Roof covering is Class A rated (most composition, tile, and metal roofs)No moss, debris, or damaged sections on the roofNo overhanging tree limbs within 10 feet of the roofline

Vents

Attic, foundation, and eave vents use ember-resistant mesh (commonly 1/8 inch or smaller)No gaps or damage around vent screens

Gutters & Eaves

Gutters clear of dry leaves and needlesEaves and soffits enclosed, not open to the attic

Zone 0 (0-5 ft)

No dry vegetation, wood mulch, or stored fuel within 5 feet of the structureNo combustible items stored under decks or stairs within 5 feet

Deck & Siding

Deck is noncombustible, or wood decking has enclosed/skirted undersideSiding has no gaps, damage, or combustible material stacked against it

Windows

Windows are dual-pane or tempered glass (commonly more heat-resistant than single-pane)

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