Next Phase Fire
Wildfire protection, start to finish.
One walkthrough. One plan. We handle the brush clearing, retardant treatment and sprinklers, and you get one report at the end.
How we look at a property
Work from the house out
Most homes lost to wildfire are ignited by embers, not the flame front. So we protect the house first and then the ground around it, using the same zones California fire agencies use for defensible space.
House & 0–5 ft
Clear & protect the house
- Clear dead plants, leaves and debris touching the house
- Roof-line and perimeter sprinklers wet the house and nearby ground
- Turned on when fire threatens, before embers arrive
5–30 ft
Clear, then treat
- Remove dead brush, cut grass, limb trees off the roof
- Apply long-term retardant to what's left
- Helps stop embers from starting spot fires near the house
30–100 ft
Thin the fuel
- Mow dry grass and thin brush
- Space shrubs and trees so fire can't climb or jump
- Clear around outbuildings and propane tanks
Packages
Pick your level of protection
Every package starts with a walkthrough and ends with a dated photo report you can keep for your records, your insurer, or an inspection. Each one is priced after we see your property.
Package 1
Clear
Defensible space clearing out to 100 ft or your property line.
- Brush and dead plant removal
- Dry grass mowed down
- Trees limbed up and off the roof
- Roof and gutters cleared
- Debris hauled away or chipped
Package 2 · Recommended
Clear + Treat
Everything in Clear, then a retardant barrier on what's left.
- Everything in Clear
- Long-term retardant applied around the home
- Extra coverage on fences, slopes and problem spots
- Safety info on the product before we start
Package 3
Full Protection
Clear + Treat, plus an exterior sprinkler system on the house.
- Everything in Clear + Treat
- Roof-line and perimeter sprinklers installed
- System designed around your water supply
- We show you how to turn it on and test it
Yearly plan
Fire Season Ready
One visit every spring. We cut back regrowth, reapply retardant, and test your sprinklers. You get a new photo report each year.
Ask about the yearly planJust need one thing?
Brush clearing, retardant treatment and sprinkler installs are also available on their own.
Home hardening. Ember-resistant vents, gutter guards, and sealing the gaps where embers get in. Ask us to put you on the list.
How it works
From walkthrough to done
Clear scope, a fixed quote, and proof of the work at the end.
Walkthrough
We visit the property, look at it the way an ember would, and answer your questions on site.
Written plan
You get a prioritized list by zone with a fixed quote. Do it all at once or in phases.
The work
We clear first, then treat, then install sprinklers if that's in your package. We haul the debris and leave the site clean.
Photo report
Before-and-after photos with dates, ready to send to your insurer, HOA, or fire inspector.
About
Built for the next fire season
Next Phase Fire is a locally owned company focused on one thing: helping homes and neighborhoods survive wildfire.
We do the work ourselves, explain what we're doing and why, and leave you with a home that's better prepared for fire season.
Questions
Common questions
Why clear brush before the retardant?
Retardant works best on vegetation that's already been thinned out. Heavy, dead brush is a lot of fuel no matter what's sprayed on it. Clearing first removes most of the fuel, and the retardant protects what's left.
Can you help with a defensible space inspection?
Yes. If you've received a notice from your fire department or have an inspection coming up, send it to us and we'll scope the clearing to meet it.
How do exterior wildfire sprinklers work?
Sprinkler heads mounted along the roof line and around the house spray water over the roof, walls and nearby ground. You turn them on when a fire is approaching, so the house and the area around it are wet before embers arrive. We design each system around your water supply.
How long does the retardant treatment last?
Long-term retardant stays on vegetation through the dry season, but heavy rain and new growth wear it down. Most properties need it reapplied once a year before fire season. We'll tell you what to expect for your property.
Is the retardant safe around kids, pets and plants?
We'll go over the product's safety information with you before we apply anything, including how long to keep kids and pets off treated areas.
Will this help with my insurance?
It can. Some insurers in California offer discounts for wildfire mitigation, and many ask for proof. We give you a dated photo report of what was done. Check with your insurer for what they require.
Do you do home hardening?
Not yet. Home hardening is coming soon. Let us know you're interested and we'll reach out when we start.
Service areas
Where we work
Brush clearing, fire retardant treatment and wildfire sprinkler installs across four Bay Area counties. Don't see your town? Ask us. If you're in one of these counties, we can likely help.
Santa Clara County
- San Jose
- Almaden
- Los Gatos
- Monte Sereno
- Saratoga
- Morgan Hill
- Gilroy
- Palo Alto
San Mateo County
- Menlo Park
- Atherton
- Woodside
- Portola Valley
Santa Cruz County
- Santa Cruz
- Scotts Valley
- Aptos
Contra Costa County
- Walnut Creek
- Lafayette
- Clayton
- Brentwood
- Discovery Bay
Contact
Book a property walkthrough
Email us and we'll set a time to walk your property. When you reach out, it helps to have:
- The property address
- Rough lot size and slope
- Any inspection notice or insurer letter you've received
nextphasefire@gmail.com
Service area
Santa Clara, San Mateo, Santa Cruz & Contra Costa counties
Hours
9am – 5pm