Can I do my own work or hire my own contractor?
Yes. Property owners who wish to conduct their own cleanup or hire private contractors to remove wildfire debris may do so, but they should be aware of local safety and…
read moreYes. Property owners who wish to conduct their own cleanup or hire private contractors to remove wildfire debris may do so, but they should be aware of local safety and…
read moreNo. The city/county will only seek reimbursement from the insurance carrier as stated above.
read moreIt depends on the policy that you have. There are generally two types of debris removal coverages in a homeowner’s insurance policy: Specified Amount: One type of debris removal insurance coverage…
read moreAll initial costs will be paid by state and federal agencies. However, if property owners have insurance that specifically covers debris removal, owners must inform their local officials. To avoid…
read moreNo. Debris removal crews are on properties to perform specific operations related to the removal of contaminated soil, ash/debris, concrete, and metals.
read moreState contractors only will remove trees that pose a safety hazard to the crews, and trees that are dead or likely to die within 5 years, as a result of…
read morePools are ineligible, however Hazardous floating debris will be removed by the crews.
read moreThe Consolidated Debris Removal Program is for destroyed houses, as directed by CalOES and the local government. If you are unsure if your house qualifies for the debris removal program,…
read moreOwners do not need to be present but are welcome to view the cleanup on their property from a safe distance. To prevent safety hazards, the public is encouraged to…
read moreDue to the high volume of program participants, we are unable to give property owners an exact date for their cleanup. However, you will receive a call from between 24-48…
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