Protecting Hillsides from Wildfire

A Guide to Applying Our Fire Retardant in Residential Landscapes

🔥 Why Hillsides Matter

Sloped terrain accelerates fire spread. Embers roll downhill, flames climb uphill. Treating these areas with fire retardant is a critical step in defending your home.

✅ Step-by-Step: How to Treat a Lush Hillside

1. Identify High-Risk Zones

• Focus on slopes within 0–100 feet of structures
• Prioritize areas with dense vegetation, ornamental shrubs, and tree canopies
• Include fence lines, retaining walls, and under tree drip lines

2. Choose Our Fire Retardant

• Use our clear fire retardant approved for residential vegetation
• Our products are biodegradable and safe for landscaping people and pets
• Apply before peak fire season and reapply after heavy rain

3. Apply Strategically

• Spray from the base of the slope upward
• Coat shrubs, grasses, and tree trunks evenly
• Don’t forget under eaves, fence lines, and mulch beds

🌿 Pro Tips for Homeowners

• Water first, retardant second: Moisture helps retardant adhere better
• Treat Fences and other flammable materials
• Create access paths: Ensure safe footing for spraying on slopes
• Combine with defensible space: Remove dead plants, trim trees, and space out shrubs

🏡 Make It a Routine

Treating vegetation isn’t a one-time fix. Incorporate fire retardant application into your seasonal home maintenance checklist — especially before summer heat waves and Santa Ana winds.