Living in the Sierra Foothills means living with wildfire risk. The good news: thoughtful tree care dramatically reduces that risk. Cal Fire recommends 100 feet of defensible space around your home, and trees are a big part of the equation. Here's how to prepare your Murphys property.
Zone 1 (0–30 ft): Lean and Clean
Remove dead trees, dead branches, and ladder fuels close to the house. Keep tree limbs at least 10 feet from your roof and chimney, and well clear of other trees.
Zone 2 (30–100 ft): Reduce and Space
Thin crowded trees so canopies don't touch, and remove lower limbs so fire can't climb from the ground into the crown. This is where professional trimming makes a real difference.
Remove Hazard and Dead Trees
Drought- and beetle-killed pines are prime fuel. Our hazardous tree removal crew safely takes them down before they become a liability.
Keep It Maintained
Defensible space isn't one-and-done. Annual trimming and cleanup keep your property compliant and protected year after year.
Tree Climber Unlimited helps foothill homeowners create and maintain defensible space with safe, professional crews.
Book a free defensible-space assessment or call (209) 660-3450 for a free, no-obligation estimate.
