Wildfire Risk Assessments
We provide professional wildfire risk assessments by a NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (CWMS) to help property owners identify vulnerabilities and implement effective mitigation strategies. Our evaluations are based on current fire behavior science and industry standards, offering practical solutions to reduce wildfire risk and improve safety.
A NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (CWMS) is a professional who has been trained and certified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to assess wildfire risks and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
Key Responsibilities and Expertise:
Evaluate wildfire risk on residential, commercial, or community properties.
Understand fire behavior in the wildland-urban interface (WUI), including how topography, vegetation, weather, and construction materials influence risk.
Develop site-specific mitigation plans to reduce the likelihood of ignition and fire spread.
Educate property owners and communities on best practices for defensible space, home hardening, and emergency preparedness.
Apply NFPA standards and guidelines, such as those from NFPA 1144 (Standard for Reducing Structure Ignition Hazards from Wildland Fire) and NFPA 1141 (Standard for Fire Protection Infrastructure for Land Development).
The CWMS credential is recognized nationally and demonstrates a high level of expertise in protecting lives and property from wildfire threats.
