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.