California’s Defensible Space Law In January of 2005, California passed a defensible space law that requires homeowners to take action to protect their property from wildfires. According to the law, homeowners must maintain 100 feet of defensible space around their
Read MoreFire Evacuation Checklist Wildfires can be pretty terrifying for everyone involved; to be trapped in one or caught trying to evacuate with thousands of other families — downright terrifying. Every year, wildfires consume millions of acres of land, destroying homes
Read MoreWe all want our homes to be as safe as possible for our loved ones and ourselves. The good news is that even though there are a number of serious safety hazards that could occur at your home, most of
Read MoreWhen it comes to protecting you, your family and your home from wildfires, there are two key factors to consider: structural ignitability and defensible space. As the term suggests, structural ignitability involves the materials of the home and the probability
Read MoreThanksgiving is always a special time to remember all that we have to be grateful for and to celebrate the progress made throughout the year as it moves on to winter and the beginning of a new year. Byers is
Read MoreCalifornia has had a very challenging year with numerous fires, spreading quickly and threatening entire communities. Let us give firefighters a hand by doing the things we can do to keep our homes fire safe and hopefully, make their jobs
Read MoreCreate a Defensible Space California is facing the serious threat of wildfires. Many of these fires are not in remote wilderness, but in areas with population, neighborhoods and rural residential settings. At Byers, we encourage homeowners to understand the everyday
Read MoreDuring fire season, reduces fire danger by keeping debris away from your roof During rainy months, keeps water rolling away from your home—no blockages Lets you stay off the roof and reduces overall maintenance Lifetime guarantee means no premature rusting of
Read More2017 proved to be one of the worst fire seasons, with five of California’s most destructive wildfires – causing significant damage to buildings and infrastructure. Devastating fires included the Thomas Fire, which started in December and the Nuns, Tubbs, Atlas
Read MoreProtect Structures with Byers LeafGuard Gutters As summer heats up, Californians wonder what fire season will bring this year. Last year was one of the most destructive ever seen in California. The Washington Post reports that close to 9,000 wildfires
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