Fire Safe Council
2410 K Street, Suite C
Sacramento, CA 95816
916/447-7415

No: If possible, replace your wood shake roof with a fire resistant one. Your roof is the most vulnerable part of your house because it can easily catch fire from wind-blown sparks. Having a fire resistant roof will significantly reduce the danger to your home and can stop a fire from spreading.

3. Are the undersides of decks and balconies made of fire resistant materials or sealed off to help stop sparks and embers from starting a fire under your deck?

YES    |     NO

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