Consult your local building official or licensed contractor for local building codes in wildland areas. ![]() Consider replacing combustible siding with a noncombustible or ignition resistant material option.Plug or repair all gaps, holes, or rot in your exterior siding.Gaps or penetrations in the exterior covering that are larger than 1/8 of an inch.Roof-to-wall areas where combustible siding is present.Ignition of siding from embers if nearby combustible materials are too close to the house (flammable vegetation, much or wood piles).If ignited, combustible siding can provide a path for flames to penetrate through other vulnerable areas such as windows, under-eave areas, dryer vents, or gable-end vents.Install metal flashing around exposed wood frame skylights.Įxterior siding that is combustible, has gaps, holes, or rot is susceptible to both embers and flame.Ensure openable skylights have a noncombustible metal mesh screen not exceeding 1/8 inch and have multipaned glazing with one layer of tempered glass.Assure that roof attachments have enough space underneath them, so debris does not accumulate.Check periodically and keep areas around roof attachments free of debris.Replace combustible siding at roof-to-wall intersections with a noncombustible siding option.When it is time to replace your roof, install a Class A rated roof covering such as asphalt fiberglass composition shingles.Fill in gaps between the roof covering and the sheathing to prevent the intrusion of embers and flame.Keep your roof clear of debris and vegetation including around all roof attachments.Gaps or penetrations in the roof covering from the installation of a roof attachment like a solar panel.Combustible roof attachments are susceptible to embers and fire and can ignite combustible roof assemblies, overwhelm a rated roof assembly, or threaten combustible exterior walls at roof intersections.Roof attachments provide areas for debris accumulation that are vulnerable to embers and flame. ![]() How are your roof attachments vulnerable?
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