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Terms of Use

Last updated: April 16, 2026

By accessing and using this website and any content provided by Tim Murphy / Pre-Fire Systems ("we," "us," or "our"), including "The Homeowner's Defensible Space Blueprint" (the "Blueprint"), you agree to the following terms.

Educational & Informational Purposes Only

All content on this website and in the Blueprint — including text, graphics, guides, checklists, and recommendations — is provided strictly for general educational and informational purposes. It is based on Tim Murphy's professional experience as a Certified Fire Investigator, Licensed General Contractor, and Certified Master Inspector.

This content does not constitute professional fire safety consulting, engineering advice, building code compliance guidance, or a guarantee of protection against wildfire. Every property, terrain, climate condition, and fire event is different.

No Guarantee of Protection

While the strategies described in the Blueprint and on this website are based on decades of field experience and are consistent with widely accepted wildfire mitigation practices, no guide, system, or set of actions can guarantee that a home will survive a wildfire.

Nature has the final say. In truly extreme conditions — high winds, prolonged drought, unprecedented ember showers — some fires cannot be stopped regardless of preparation. What defensible space and home hardening do is dramatically reduce risk and improve your home's odds. That reduction in risk is real and significant, but it is not absolute.

Consult Local Professionals

Before making modifications to your property, you should:

  • Consult your local fire department or fire marshal for area-specific guidance
  • Check local building codes and HOA regulations before structural changes
  • Hire licensed professionals for any work beyond basic landscaping and maintenance
  • Contact your insurance provider to understand how mitigation affects your coverage

Local conditions, building codes, and fire regulations vary significantly by jurisdiction. The Blueprint provides general guidance — your local authorities provide the specifics.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tim Murphy, Pre-Fire Systems, and any affiliated parties shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from:

  • Your use of or reliance on the content of this website or the Blueprint
  • Any actions you take or fail to take based on the information provided
  • Property damage, personal injury, or loss of any kind related to wildfire events
  • The accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information provided

You acknowledge that wildfire preparedness involves inherent risks and uncertainties, and you assume full responsibility for any decisions and actions you take based on the information provided.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website and in the Blueprint — including text, images, graphics, design, and layout — is the property of Tim Murphy and is protected by copyright law.

  • Personal use: You may download and use the Blueprint for your own personal, non-commercial wildfire preparedness efforts.
  • Sharing: You may share the Blueprint with neighbors, friends, and family for their personal use. We encourage it — community preparedness benefits everyone.
  • Prohibited: You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, sell, or use any content for commercial purposes without written permission from Tim Murphy.

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites (such as wildfireguide.com or service providers). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of external sites.

Email Communications

By submitting your email address through our form, you consent to receive the Blueprint and related follow-up emails. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email. See our Privacy Policy for full details on data handling.

Modifications to These Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:

Tim Murphy / Pre-Fire Systems
Email: prefiresystems@gmail.com