Wildfires season is expected to be difficult for those who live in Western states. A company in Idaho says you may be able to protect your home from damage through landscaping.
Idaho Firewise recently had their fire resistant landscaping products featured in a news report by KTVB in Boise. The company says property owners can potentially limit or slow the spread of wildfire with landscaping techniques that limit the "fuel" for a fire.
The company suggests creating zones around your property, each one uses different plants, grasses, and hard surfaces that may not catch fire.
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The company's products and design are featured at the Idaho Botanical Garden. Guests can view the layout, and learn more about what to place in each zone at their own property.
More than 75% of the Western United States is facing drought conditions due to very little rainfall. Unofficially the wildfire season runs from May to October.
If your home or business is damage during a wildfire you will most likely file a property insurance claim. Your claim could turn into a long and difficult process where you are required to complete extensive documents, a detailed damage report, and you need to understand your policy's coverages.
Most people are not aware that they can get professional help when filing their insurance claim from a licensed public adjuster.
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When you work with Sill we also ensure that you get the insurance settlement you deserve.
Wildfires are devastating for property owners and even though you can take steps to try to limit the damage, sometimes it cannot be avoided.
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If you experience property damage due to wildfire you can contact Sill 24/7. We have more than 30 office locations, including one in Denver, and another in Portland, Oregon. Our team can respond to any property damage situation within hours.