What roof material is safest in a NM wildfire zone?

Class-A assemblies — standing-seam metal, concrete tile, or Class-A architectural shingle. Wood shake is the #1 home-loss factor in WUI fires and should be replaced.

Do insurance companies require WUI mitigation in New Mexico?

Yes — most NM carriers now require documented Class-A roof and ember-resistant vents to renew coverage in East Mountains, Placitas, Ruidoso, Los Alamos, and Santa Fe foothills.

How do embers actually ignite a roof?

Embers accumulate in gutters, valleys, open attic vents, and Zone 0 mulch. Cleaning debris, upgrading to 1/8" mesh vents, and removing combustibles within 5 ft of walls closes the top ignition pathways.

NM Wildfire Roof Defense Score — Ember & WUI Audit

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Wildfire Roof Defense Score

Is your NM roof ready for the next ember shower?

Seven questions built for East Mountains, Placitas, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, and Los Alamos homeowners. Instant risk grade, Class-A verification checklist, and an ember-hardening plan.

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Where is the home located?

Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) proximity is the #1 ember-risk driver in NM.

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