THE FIRST LINE OF ATTACK:
FIRE BREAKS SURROUNDING YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
While we can’t stop the fires from coming up to our communities, we can stop them from devastating our neighborhoods
Redwood Fire Protection was created to help communities protect themselves from oncoming fire with state of the art solutions custom built for HOAs and community infrastuctures. Utilizing advanced technologies like Fire Pathways® simulations, we identify potential routes for wind-driven fires and prioritize our Komodo® fire retardant annual treatment plans to stop fires in their tracks. Redwood Fire Protection has worked hand in hand with Komodo in developing the technology and the tools to applying the world’s only environmentally friendly USDA and Forest Service approved material effectively and safely – keeping entire communities safe from the threat of wildfire.
Comprehensive Property Assessment & Home Hardening
As we have learned in recent fires, fire breaks, no matter how effective, are not enough in protecting communities. Embers can be carried by the wind for miles. To provide complete protection, we go beyond perimeter protection, and offer HOA members with Property Assessments that focus on home hardening. With a detailed 130-point analysis, our experts offer actionable advice on creating defensible space and enhancing fire resistance for each homeowner in the HOA. Implementing these strategies community-wide not only enhances safety but can also earn the coveted “Wildfire Prepared Home” designations, a recognized standard within the insurance industry. Our team at Redwood Fire Prevention is certified in wildfire mitigation, offering expert guidance and services to ensure your property is ready and defensible against wildfires.
WILDFIRE RISK ASSESSMENT
We provide an annual analysis to determine of the most effective course of action to reduce wildfire risk even reaching your properties.
PROPERTY ASSESSMENT
Our property assessment is a comprehensive 130 point analysis of a client’s home and surrounding property, resulting in a detailed report as well as comprehensive advice on home hardening and defensible space.
IMPLEMENTATION
We execute and implement these recommendations annually to protect your property in a cost effective and professional manner.
Our 3 Step Process
- Step 1: Wildfire Risk Assessment
In order to keep your community as safe as possible from wildfire, knowledge is king. At Redwood Fire Prevention, we provide an annual analysis to determine of the most effective course of action to reduce wildfire risk even reaching your neighborhood.
In a study of wildfire behavior in the Wildland Urban Interface, it was found that “wind-driven fires were three times as likely to be associated with a fatality and and twice as likely to produce structure loss than other fires.”
Our Fire Pathways™ simulation identifies the routes that bring the values at risk during a wind driven event in the shortest amount of time.
Our assessment takes into account Weather Parameters, Fuel and Topography data, and upwind Fire Ignition. We then use an optimization algorithm to define and prioritize treatment to slow any potential fire threat.
The recommended fuel treatment areas are outlined in teal on top of the Fire Pathways that they will delay. The green shaded areas show the decrease in wildfire progression time with the fuel treatments executed.
Our property assessment is a comprehensive 130 point analysis of a client’s home and surrounding property, resulting in a detailed report as well as comprehensive advice on home hardening and defensible space.
- Step 2: PROPERTY ASSESSMENT
Slowing the spread of wildfire in the surrounding areas is but the first step in protection from the rapid spread of wildfire. Home hardening is critical in keeping fast-moving fires from taking hold of individual properties and putting neighborhoods art risk. Our home wildfire mitigation assessment is the second step in property defense.
This assessment is based on wildfire mitigation protocols from CAL FIRE, NFPA, IBHS and the California State Fire Marshal’s Office. Following the protocols within the assessment will assist homeowners improve their home’s readiness should a fire come in their direction. Adhering to the advice of the assessment will result in the home receiving the coveted designation of “Wildfire Prepared Home,” the recognized standard in the insurance industry.
We are certified in wildfire mitigation by the National Fire Protection Association.
- Step 3: IMPLEMENTATION
Armed with the knowledge and a plan provided by our analysis, Redwood Fire Protection is able to execute and implement these recommendations annually to protect your property in a cost effective and professional manner.
- Creation of “fire breaks” around the community with an annual application of state-of-the-art KOMODO® fire retardant via innovative cost effective ground application systems. GPS mapping of the treated area for insurance verification will also be provided to the local fire departments to know which properties are defendable.
- Landscape Architectural and contracting expertise to address the soft points of home hardening, including fire-resistant landscaping as well as defensible hardscape.
- 90% of homes are ignited by flying embers. Proper vent upgrades are a crucial step in home hardening. We offer a list of certified contractors for homeowners to work with.
- Vegetation fuel treatment and mitigation will be addressed each season.
The recommended fuel treatment areas are outlined in teal on top of the Fire Pathways that they will delay. The green shaded areas show the decrease in wildfire progression time with the fuel treatments executed.
WHY KOMODO PRODUCTS ARE SO REVOLUTIONARY
- Safe, Non-Toxic
No more fears about toxic, carcinogenic chemicals found in many traditional red fire extinguishers and other fire retardants.
- U.S. Forest Service Certified
Don’t take chances with what’s most important! KOMODO® is safe for people, pets, plants, wildlife, and aquatic life.
- 20x More Effective than Water
Gain peace of mind throughout the fire season with our long term fire retardant. One application of Komodo remains effective through 2-3” of rainfall.
- Eco-Safe & Biodegradable
Komodo is biodegradable, so after the fire it runs off clean, keeping the soil and groundwater clean & safe.
OUR TEAM LEADERS
A COLLECTION OF RELIABLE RESPONSIBLE AND KNOWLEDGABLE EXPERTS
Jack Kimmich
Founder and President
Jack Kimmich is the man to have in the event of wildfire. A 17 yr CAL FIRE Contractor, Jack intimately understands where and how to apply fire retardant, hillside mitigation and home hardening.
Jack is the former Director of Operations and currently consulting for Komodo Fire Systems.
Stuart Mitchell
NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist
Stuart is one of the most experienced wildfire mitigation consultants in the business, with over 1000 on the ground assessments on estates, HOAs and business, and has earne a coveted NFPS Certification. Stuart understands not only the financial, but also the emotional impact fires have on people and communities, and helps people navigate insurance and wildfire prevention challenges.
Steve Wolf
TEAM WILDLIFE PRESIDENT: inventor, author of 12 books, podcaster, and holder of 5 patents
Steve develops advanced technologies for combating wildfires, including ground-based jet engine powered retardant application systems (The Hurricane on Wheels). His influential podcast, The Fire Break with Steve Wolf brings experts from all corners of Fire Fighting together to discuss the future of fire fighting. His inventions have been featured on national news including the TODAY show.
"If it's impossible, count me in."
Rhadiante Van De Voorde
Landscape Architect
Since the CZU Lightning Complex fires, Rhadiante has been dedicated to understanding wildfire behavior and implementing strategies that promote defensible, sustainable landscapes.
With 40 years of experience, Rhadiante is known for her innovative solutions that integrate safety, functionality, and beauty, creating fire-wise spaces that inspire and protect.