Free Wildfire Assessments Are Available—But Not All Are Equal
Free Wildfire Assessments Are Available—But Not All Are Equal
Across Northern Colorado, many local municipalities are now offering free wildfire risk assessments to help homeowners prepare for fire season. These programs, often supported by local fire departments or state funding, are a great introduction to understanding wildfire risk. But while these assessments are helpful, they can be limited in scope—and often stop short of providing actionable next steps.
At Colorado Wildfire Defence, we go beyond basic walkthroughs. We offer in-depth home assessments, neighborhood consultations, and even citywide mitigation planning to give residents and officials the tools they need to truly prepare for the wildfire threat.
What You Get with a Municipal Wildfire Assessment
Free assessments are an excellent resource and usually include:
General evaluation of defensible space
Basic inspection of visible fire risks (e.g., gutters, vegetation, roof type)
Educational handouts or checklists
These visits are often short, and inspectors are not contractors—they cannot make recommendations on structural improvements, offer pricing, or implement the needed changes.
How Colorado Wildfire Defence Fills the Gaps
Our professional wildfire audits include everything listed above—and much more:
Full structural vulnerability review (roof, siding, vents, decks, doors, windows)
Insurance-aligned reporting and documentation
Ember pathway inspections and sealing recommendations
Flame retardant application plans
Class A fire-rated exterior upgrade options
Detailed homeowner or HOA action plans
We’re not just inspectors—we’re licensed contractors with deep experience in fire-resistant remodeling and home hardening.
Neighborhood and HOA-Wide Services
Wildfire doesn’t stop at the property line, and mitigation works best when communities act together. We work with HOAs, neighborhood coalitions, and municipal leaders to:
Perform block-wide assessments
Host education days or wildfire awareness events
Create priority lists and staging plans for mitigation work
Help neighborhoods qualify for Firewise USA or other recognition programs
These services allow entire communities to boost safety, lower risk, and potentially reduce insurance costs.
We Also Support Municipal Leaders
Looking to plan or improve a community-wide wildfire program? We partner with local governments to:
Conduct assessments of public buildings and critical infrastructure
Develop wildfire resilience plans
Assist in grant applications for mitigation funding
Train staff and local stakeholders on home hardening practices
Our scalable services support your city or town in preparing both residents and assets.
Take Action Beyond the Basics
Free wildfire assessments are a fantastic first step. But if you're serious about preparing your home, your neighborhood, or your community, you need a partner who can assess, recommend, and act.
Colorado Wildfire Defence offers the next level of service—with a licensed, construction-backed team that understands the complexity of wildfire resilience.
Schedule your wildfire audit or neighborhood consultation today, and take the next real step in fire preparation.
