Step-by-Step Guide to Clearing Brush Before Wildfire Season in the Tri-City Area
Living in Prescott means enjoying pine forests — and preparing for wildfire risk. The Prescott Fire Department recommends creating a 30–100 ft defensible space around your home. But where does all that brush go?
Enter Yavapai Waste Solutions’ Firewise Bins — specially designed for safe, efficient vegetation removal.
Step 1 – Know What You Can Haul
Allowed  |
Not Allowed  |
|---|---|
| Branches, pine needles, shrubs | Treated lumber, household trash |
| Dry grass, leaves | Paint, chemicals, tires |
| Small stumps (<12” diameter) | Large logs, construction debris |
Source: Prescott Fire Department – Firewise Vegetation Guidelines (Verified working 10/31/2025)
Step 2 – Rent a Firewise Bin (10 or 15-Yard)
- 10-yard: Perfect for Zone 1 (0–30 ft from home)
- 15-yard: Ideal for Zone 2 (30–100 ft)
- Delivery: Same-day in Prescott; next-day in Chino Valley
Step 3 – Load Smart & Stay Safe
- Cut branches into 4-ft lengths max
- Stack neatly — no overhanging
- Wear gloves and eye protection
- Never burn — use our bin instead
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