At Prime Landscaping, we believe that a well-designed landscape is more than just beautiful — it can be a critical line of defense for your home and family. Recently, our very own Skyler Henson, a leading landscaping specialist, sat down with KUTV Channel 2 to discuss the urgent importance of fire prevention and how strategic landscaping can save lives and property.
🎬 Skyler Henson’s Interview with KUTV Channel 2 — Discussing Fire Prevention & Home Protection Strategies
With wildfire season upon us, homeowners across Utah — from Salt Lake City to Park City, Cottonwood Heights, and beyond — are increasingly concerned about protecting their properties. Skyler shared actionable insights that every homeowner should know.
Why Fire Prevention Starts in Your Yard
Many homeowners don’t realize that the area immediately surrounding their home — known as the “defensible space” — plays a massive role in whether a wildfire can reach their property. Skyler emphasized that reducing fire fuel around your home is one of the most effective and immediate steps you can take.
“The first 30 feet around your home is your first line of defense. If you can create a fire-resistant zone there, you dramatically increase your home’s chances of surviving a wildfire. It’s not just about aesthetics — it’s about safety.”
Simple Steps to Protect Your Home
During the KUTV interview, Skyler outlined several simple yet powerful steps homeowners can take right now:
Clear Dry Vegetation
Remove dry grass, dead plants, and accumulated leaves within 30 feet of your home. Dry vegetation is the fastest-burning fire fuel.
Trim Tree Branches
Keep tree branches at least 10 feet away from your roof and chimney. Remove dead or dying branches that could catch embers.
Use Fire-Resistant Materials
Replace wood mulch near your home with gravel, rock, or other non-combustible materials in the immediate zone.
Maintain Your Irrigation
Keep your lawn and plants well-hydrated. A green, healthy landscape is far more fire-resistant than a dry one.
Clean Gutters & Roof
Regularly clear gutters, roofs, and decks of pine needles, leaves, and other debris that can ignite from floating embers.
Create Access Routes
Ensure driveways and access roads are clear and wide enough for emergency vehicles to reach your property.
Protecting Your Business
Fire prevention isn’t just for residential properties. Business owners in Utah — especially those with commercial landscapes, parking lots, and outdoor facilities — need to take similar precautions. Skyler recommends:
- Regular landscape maintenance to remove fire fuel around commercial buildings
- Strategic plant selection — choose fire-resistant native plants for your commercial landscape
- Hardscaping solutions like stone walkways, retaining walls, and gravel beds that act as natural firebreaks
- Irrigation system audits to ensure all landscaping stays properly hydrated during dry months
Utah’s Wildfire Risk: The Reality
Utah faces increasing wildfire threats each year, with dry summers, high winds, and expanding wildland-urban interfaces. Communities in Salt Lake City, Park City, Cottonwood Heights, Sandy, Draper, and White City are all at risk. Skyler’s message is clear: prevention is always better than recovery.
By investing in fire-smart landscaping now, you’re not just protecting your property — you’re protecting your family, your neighbors, and your community.
How Prime Landscaping Can Help
At Prime Landscaping, we specialize in creating beautiful, functional, and fire-resistant landscapes across Utah. Our services include:
- Defensible Space Creation — We design and maintain the critical zones around your home to reduce fire risk.
- Fire-Smart Plant Selection — We choose plants that are both beautiful and fire-resistant for Utah’s climate.
- Hardscape Installation — Stone, gravel, and concrete features that enhance beauty while acting as firebreaks.
- Irrigation Systems — Smart watering solutions to keep your landscape healthy and hydrated.
- Seasonal Cleanup — Removal of dry vegetation, dead plants, and fire fuel before peak fire season.
“We don’t just build landscapes — we build peace of mind. When you know your property is prepared, you can sleep better at night, especially during fire season.”
Ready to Protect Your Home?
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Contact Skyler and the Prime Landscaping team today for a free fire prevention landscape assessment.
Call Now: (435) 659-5739Watch the Full KUTV Interview
Skyler’s interview with KUTV Channel 2 covered even more ground — from the science of fire behavior to real-world examples of homes that survived wildfires thanks to proper landscaping. The segment highlights how simple, affordable changes can make a life-saving difference.
Stay tuned to our blog for more expert landscaping tips, seasonal maintenance guides, and updates from the Prime Landscaping team. Together, we can build safer, more beautiful communities across Utah.