FAQ’s
FAQ’s

 

Home and Property Wildfire Protection Systems FAQ’s

 

  • Will the fire retardant stain my house or deck?

    • The retardant has a slight tint when it is dispersed, but it does not stain painted or treated wood.

  • How long will the fire retardant protect my home?

    • The retardant maintains its protective coating until it is washed off by rain or hose.

  • Will the fire retardant harm my landscaping?

    • The retardant is fertilizer based.  It can actually promote plant growth.

  • Does the fire retardant go bad after time?

    • The retardant will last for years in storage.  We suggest a replacement every 5 years as part of a long-term maintenance program.

  • Is the Firebreak Spray System designed for indoor fire suppression?

    • No. The Firebreak Spray System is a spraying system designed to adequately deliver fire retardant for exterior structure and perimeter property protection.

  • Is the Firebreak Spray System supposed to put out a house fire?

    • Firebreak Spray System fire retardant is designed to prevent your perimeter and house exterior from catching fire from an approaching widlfire or brush fire.  However, water is the carrier of the retardant and can act as a suppression agent.

  • Do I actually fight the wildfire with the Firebreak Spray System?

    • At any time you feel threatened by an approaching wildfire, depending on your system, you will activate the system and begin evacuation.

  • Is it expensive to recharge the Firebreak Spray System after use?

    • The cost starts under $400.00, and goes up depending on size of tanks or if multiple tank systems are used.

  • Will my insurance company give me any special consideration for installing a Firebreak Spray System?

    • Although most insurance companies do not yet reduce the insurance premiums many will only write insurance policies in high-fire risk areas for those that are so equipped.  However, Firebreak Spray Systems is currently working with, and even endorsed by, some major insurance carriers and is in the process of working and testing with others.

  • Who will activate my Firebreak Spray System if I’m not home?

    • The optional phone system can be activated from a remote site.  The phone system is designed so that you can simply dial the phone that is connected to the Firebreak Spray System and enter your personal code to activate the spray system.  In the event phone activation is not possible the Firebreak Spray System can also be remotely activated upon detection of a wildfire by a Fire Scout X3-A Wildfire Sensor.

  • What if the fire knocks out the power or water source?

    • The Firebreak Spray Systems are powered by compressed air and do not require any electricity or running water to operate.