Wildfire Defense Mesh

• Embers – blocks up to 98% of dangerous embers when installed correctly.
• Radiant heat – helps reduce radiant heat exposure (lab-tested reduction; see testing and standards document for details).
• Direct flame – helps diffuse direct flame exposure when properly installed.

Our products are designed as part of a broader home hardening strategy so that homes and neighborhoods are more resistant to wildfire.

Key benefits

• Helps prevent embers from entering through vents, gaps and other openings.
• Helps reduce radiant heat transfer to vulnerable building components.
• Provides a non-combustible, stainless steel barrier that does not decay or corrode like many other materials.
• Supports compliance with wildfire-focused building codes and recommendations when installed and specified correctly.
• Can be used for both new construction and retrofit home-hardening projects.

Wildfire Defense Mesh products are used by homeowners, contractors, community groups, and fire-prevention partners working to improve wildfire resilience across at-risk regions.

Typical use cases

Wildfire Defense Mesh products are commonly used to help protect:

• Foundation vents and crawlspace vents
• Soffit and eave vents
• Gable vents
• Decks, patios and under-deck areas
• Gutters and leaf guards
• Weep holes and small openings
• Gaps between walls and roofs and other ember entry points
• Screens for certain windows and doors and bird stops
• Non-combustible perimeter fencing applications

Certain high-heat exhaust vents (for example, fuel‑fired equipment exhaust, dryer vents, kitchen hood exhausts and active chimneys) may have special airflow and safety requirements. For those, customers should consult local building officials, engineers or fire authorities before screening with mesh.

Who we serve

Wildfire Defense Mesh supports a range of customers:

• Homeowners looking for simple, proven products to help harden their homes.
• Installers, contractors and home-hardening professionals who integrate mesh into their services.
• Community leaders and Firewise-style groups organizing neighborhood home-hardening projects.
• Fire prevention and resilience organizations that promote ember-resistant construction and retrofits.

Wildfire Defense Mesh products are part of a broader defensible-space and home-hardening approach that may also include vegetation management, non-combustible materials, and other measures recommended by local fire authorities and building codes.

Wildfire Defense Mesh products are tested and described on the website as:

• Class A fire‑rated building products under standard surface‑burning tests (such as UL 723 / ASTM E84) for surface burning characteristics of building materials.
• Evaluated for flame and ember resistance using test methods such as ASTM E2886 (evaluating the ability of exterior vents to resist embers and direct flame impingement when installed vertically).
• Evaluated under additional fire test methods such as ASTM E2912‑17 for non‑mechanical fire dampers used in vented construction (vertical applications).

Customers should always refer to the latest product documentation and test reports on the Wildfire Defense Mesh website when confirming performance characteristics.

Building codes and recommendations

Based on the website, Wildfire Defense Mesh products are intended to help meet or support:

• California Building Code (CBC) Chapter 7A requirements related to ember‑ and flame‑resistant vents (for example, sections such as 706A.2 and 706A.2.1 for off‑ridge and ridge vents) when tested to the referenced standards and installed as specified.
• Mesh specification requirements in 2021 International Wildland‑Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) for ember‑resistant screening.
• Recommendations from NFPA 1144 (Standard for Reducing Structure Ignition Hazards from Wildland Fire) related to ember‑resistant construction.
• Recommendations from programs and authorities such as NFPA Firewise USA, IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home, and other fire authorities that commonly recommend 1/8" mesh or finer for ember screening in specific applications.

Exact code compliance depends on local regulations, the specific product used, how and where it is installed, and the overall building design.

Material and durability

From the website, key material properties include:

• Stainless steel woven mesh (for example, 304 grade) designed to be non‑combustible and corrosion‑resistant.
• Mesh apertures and wire diameters selected to balance ember blocking with airflow in appropriate applications.
• Powder‑coat finishes in colors such as black and white for durability and appearance.

Wildfire Defense Mesh products are intended to provide a long‑lasting, non‑combustible barrier compared with many common screen materials.

Important notes and limitations

• Wildfire Defense Mesh products are one component of a comprehensive wildfire home‑hardening plan; effective protection also depends on defensible space, building design, and other measures recommended by local fire authorities.
• Not all vents or openings are suitable for screening with mesh alone, particularly high‑heat exhaust vents (e.g., fuel‑fired appliance exhausts, active chimneys, dryer vents, and certain kitchen exhausts). For those, customers should consult local building officials, engineers or fire professionals.
• Code requirements, standards and recommendations may change over time. Customers should verify current requirements with their local building department or authority having jurisdiction.

For technical questions about testing, certifications, or how products relate to specific codes or programs, customers can contact Wildfire Defense Mesh for further information.

Phone

• Central / Mountain Team: (512) 333-2330
• West Coast Team: (415) 226-6838

General contact number shown on the website:

• Main contact: (512) 333-2330

Email

• Sales and general inquiries: Sales@WildfireDefenseMesh.com

Business hours

Based on the website footer, typical contact hours are:

• Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM CST

Customers who contact Wildfire Defense Mesh through phone or the website contact form are generally invited to expect a response within about 24 hours during business days.

Homeowners, installers and community partners

The website highlights several groups Wildfire Defense Mesh serves:

• Homeowners – can shop products online and learn about home‑hardening best practices.
• Installers and contractors – can join a Certified Installer network and may receive product discounts on mesh rolls and vent covers.
• Community leaders and Firewise‑style groups – can participate in community programs that offer discounted mesh rolls for groups of homeowners.
• Fire prevention organizations – can partner with Wildfire Defense Mesh to support local resilience efforts.

Installers and contractors

• Installers can apply to become certified installation partners through the website.
• Certified installers may receive product discounts and referrals when Wildfire Defense Mesh is asked to recommend local partners for community projects.

Community programs

• Wildfire Defense Mesh offers community programs where groups of neighbors can purchase discounted rolls of mesh when a minimum number of homes participate (see the current website for details and any requirements, such as minimum home counts and what is or is not included).
• These programs are designed to help whole blocks or neighborhoods harden their homes together to reduce the risk of ignition and structure‑to‑structure fire spread.

Grants and financial assistance

The website notes that many states, including California, have home‑hardening grant or incentive programs for new construction and retrofits.

Wildfire Defense Mesh can help homeowners:

• Learn whether home‑hardening grants or incentives may be available in their area.
• Better understand how ember‑resistant mesh and vent upgrades can fit into grant‑funded projects.

Eligibility, funding levels and program rules are set by the granting agencies, not by Wildfire Defense Mesh.

For up‑to‑date information on programs, availability and how products can be used within specific grants, customers should contact Wildfire Defense Mesh directly or speak with their local fire or building authority.

Wildfire Defense Mesh 98 rolls

Wildfire Defense Mesh 98 is a premium stainless steel mesh supplied in rolls.

Key characteristics (see product pages for the latest details):

• Stainless steel woven mesh with a durable powder‑coat finish.
• Designed to be at least 98% effective at blocking embers when installed vertically and used as directed.
• Helps reduce radiant heat exposure and diffuses direct flame when installed correctly.
• Available in a range of roll widths (for example, around 8", 24", 36", 49" and 60" on the website) and lengths for different applications.
• Can be cut with standard tin snips and shaped for a variety of building details.

Typical applications for rolls include:

• Screening vents and weep holes (where allowed by code and airflow requirements)
• Enclosing decks, patios and subfloor spaces
• Gutter guards and leaf barriers
• Screens for suitable windows and doors
• Roof and bird stop applications
• Eaves, awnings and other overhangs
• Certain non‑combustible perimeter fencing designs

WDM 75 ember‑resistant foundation vent screens

WDM 75 foundation vent screens are pre-fabricated, ready‑to‑install vent covers made with Wildfire Defense Mesh 75.

High‑level features:

• 1/8" mesh size designed to meet common minimum code requirements and recommendations for ember screening.
• Stainless steel woven mesh in a rigid frame, with powder‑coat finish.
• Available in several standard vent sizes (such as 6" x 17", 8" x 16", 8" x 17"; see current product page for exact options).
• Provides ember, radiant heat and flame-diffusing protection when installed as directed.

Typical application:

• Foundation and crawlspace vents where code‑compliant ember screens are required.

WDM 75 ember‑resistant soffit vent screens

WDM 75 soffit vent screens are pre-fabricated vent covers made with Wildfire Defense Mesh 75 for soffit and eave vents.

High‑level features:

• 1/8" mesh size to align with common codes and recommendations.
• Stainless steel woven mesh with powder‑coat finish.
• Offered in a range of standard soffit vent sizes (for example, around 3.5" x 14", 3.5" x 22", 4.5" x 14", 4.5" x 22"; see website for current dimensions).
• Provides ember screening and helps reduce radiant heat transfer when installed according to instructions.

Typical application:

• Soffit and eave vents in new builds and retrofit home-hardening projects.

Choosing products and quantities

• The mesh rolls are most flexible for enclosing larger areas (such as decks or under-floor spaces), creating custom screens, and covering longer runs of vents or fencing.
• The pre‑fabricated vent screens are suited to common vent sizes and are ready to install with basic tools.
• The website includes a Vent Retrofit Estimator to help estimate materials and connect with professional installers for vent upgrades.

Customers should confirm which products are suitable for their specific building, local code requirements, and home‑hardening plans. For any questions about product selection or use, customers can contact Wildfire Defense Mesh directly.

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