Why it matters who does this work
Defensible space is not a landscaping problem. It is a fire behavior problem.
The difference between cleared land and genuinely defensible land is understanding how fire approaches your specific property — where it accelerates, where embers land, what it finds when it arrives at your structure. That knowledge comes from fire science, not a checklist. It is what every CWD service is built around.
Nine services. Three categories.
From first assessment to ongoing maintenance — every CWD service is scoped against your property’s actual fire risk.
Where to go from here
Wildfire Services
The full services hub — all nine services, how they connect, and how to choose where to start.
See all services →Service Areas
CWD serves San Diego County — from the coast to the backcountry. See where we work.
See service areas →Wildfire Education
Want to understand fire behavior, defensible space zones, and the science behind the work before you call? Start here.
Visit the education site →Not sure where to start?
A Property Fire Risk Walk is the right first step for most properties. A CWD team member walks every zone with you, identifies every gap, and tells you exactly what your property needs — with no pressure to book anything else.