At 4th Generation Tree, we dont just clear brush we strategically fireproof properties to exceed CAL FIRE and Fire Safe Council standards, ensuring your land is both fire-safe and environmentally stable. With over 70 years of experience in San Luis Obispo County, we have the expertise, heavy equipment, and certified professionals to properly create defensible space that protects your home and structures from wildfire.

Why Defensible Space Matters

California law (PRC 4291) requires homeowners in wildfire-prone areas to maintain at least 100 feet of defensible space around structures. This reduces fuel sources, improves firefighter access, and increases the likelihood that your home survives a wildfire.

However, not all fire clearance is equal. Many companies over-clear land, causing erosion, soil degradation, and rapid regrowth of invasive plants which can increase fire danger over time. At 4G Tree, we take a scientific approach to wildfire mitigation:

Smart Vegetation Management Removing hazardous brush while preserving fire-resistant, healthy trees that provide natural protection.

Fuel Load Reduction Eliminating deadfall, overgrown vegetation, and ladder fuels that allow fire to spread.

Long-Term Fire Prevention  Preventing rapid regrowth by properly grading, mulching, and maintaining cleared areas.

Our Fire Safety & Defensible Space Services

• Selective Tree & Brush Removal Reducing fire risk while maintaining a balanced ecosystem.
• Large-Scale Mastication  Our heavy-duty masticators clear thick brush, deadfall, and undergrowth quickly and efficiently.
• Driveway & Roadway Clearance Ensuring 15 feet of vertical and horizontal clearance for fire trucks and emergency responders.
• Fire Breaks & Fuel Reduction Creating strategic fire breaks to slow or stop wildfire spread.
• Rough Grading & Fire Access Roads Improving emergency access routes and firefighting capability.
• Home Ember Protection Clearing Zone 0 (0-5 feet) around structures to reduce ember ignition risk.

Why Choose 4th Generation Tree?

• Industry-Leading Equipment & Certified Experts Our fleet includes masticators, chippers, excavators, and grading equipment to handle projects of any size.
• Firewise Techniques That Last We strategically clear properties to prevent erosion and invasive regrowth.
• CAL FIRE & Fire Safe Council Standards. We ensure your property is fully compliant with state and local regulations.
• Residential, Ranch & Large-Scale Property Protection Whether you need fire clearance for a single home, vineyard, ranch, or multi-acre property, we create customized fire prevention plans tailored to your land.

Stay Fire-Safe  Get a Defensible Space Evaluation Today!

Wildfire risk is rising every year. Dont wait until its too late. Contact 4th Generation Tree for professional fire mitigation and defensible space services to protect your home, property, and community.