Fuel Reduction Services

Practice Fire Safety With Fuel Reduction in Forest Grove, OR

Wildfire is a growing risk to forested lands and homes. It’s a natural process that wildlands adapt to. Unfortunately, humans have changed the way fires and forests interact through logging and reforestation practices, forest management, and fire suppression. It takes hundreds or even thousands of years in some cases for forests to be fire-adapted.

One of the biggest concerns we have with our local forests is the density and availability of fuels. Dense undergrowth or very tight plantings on timberland can lead to high-severity conditions in the event of a fire. To lessen the chance of a fire on your property, call Marble Tree Service for timely and effective fuel reduction services.

Proactive Steps for Wildfire Prevention

Undergrowth and dead lower branches, known as ladder fuels, can be thinned or removed by hand tools and manual labor or with equipment. The most efficient way to manage large sections of land is with forestry mulchers. We use a skid steer-mounted forestry mulching attachment to process small undergrowth and small trees, leaving behind a bed of wood chips that will decompose naturally and reincorporate into the soil while suppressing weed growth. 

Another aspect of planning for wildfire is establishing and maintaining a defensible space. It’s recommended to create at least 100 feet of defensible space. This means keeping trees within that space 10 feet or more apart, removing ladder fuels, and maintaining at least 10 feet of space between trees and structures.

We are often called to remove trees and establish defensible space. During a wildfire, a property can only be protected if it is accessible. Keeping brush cleared and all areas accessible to fire vehicles is essential to be well-prepared. We address these concerns. 

Count on Marble Tree Service for Lots of Benefits