Building Wildfire-Resistant Homes
13 articles to help you make a new house or existing home safer from the threat of wildfires.
The threat of wildfires is an increasing concern for many homeowners and builders, especially as fire seasons get longer and more intense. While there are no absolute guarantees, there are steps you can take to make homes and communities more prepared for fires and to minimize loss. From the types of materials you use to thoughtful site planning, this growing collection of articles on wildfire-resistant homes serves as a resource guide to building more effectively and responsibly.
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Design
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Building Homes to Survive Wildfires
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Tools & Materials
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What’s the Difference: Noncombustible vs. Fire-Resistant
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How-To
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Decks That Stand Up to Wildfire
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Design
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Building to Survive in Wildfire Country
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Design
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Fire-Ready and Nontoxic Modern Ranch
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How-To
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Fire-Resistant Details
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Tools & Materials
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A Modern California Home Wrapped in Rockwool Insulation for Energy Efficiency and Fire Resistance
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Design
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The Case for Straw-Bale Houses
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Design
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3 Ways to Design Your Home to Withstand Wildfires
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Clay Tile
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Design
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The Rise of Metal Roofing
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Tools & Materials
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Secrets of Slate Roofing
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Tools & Materials
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Building a Straw-Bale Home to Code