Home hardening checklist
Hardening closes ember entry points and reduces ignition surfaces:
- Class A roof assembly where feasible
- Ember-resistant vents and screened openings
- Noncombustible or ignition-resistant siding near grade
- Deck and fence detailing that does not create ember traps
- Enclosed eaves; metal gutters kept clear of debris
FireRoofs publicly bundles hardening product guidance with active defense; Matador emphasizes vents and retardant layers; FireShield focuses on automated exterior wetting with documentation for insurers.