Offering wildfire prevention and restoration services throughout Northern Idaho and Spokane Washington.
Wildfire Preparedness & Property Support
Holmes Earth Construction helps Northern Idaho property owners with land clearing, tree removal, access improvements, and other excavation needs before or after a wildfire.
With 20+ years of experience, we’re here to help you assess your property and determine the right next steps.
Credentials & Experience That Matter
Certified Arborist Expertise – Cody Holmes is a Certified Arborist with the knowledge and experience to evaluate trees and determine the best course of action for your property. He can identify trees that pose a safety risk, recommend which trees should be removed, and recognize potential problems that could become more costly or dangerous if left unaddressed.
Trusted, Professional Assessments – Cody’s arborist expertise provides insurance companies with a professional assessment of the trees and property damage involved in a claim. His experience allows him to clearly document the condition of affected trees and provide an informed evaluation of the work that may be required.
Powerline & Storm-Damage Experience – Cody is also a Powerline Journeyman with specialized experience in powerline-clearance tree trimming. His training includes working around high-voltage electrical infrastructure and safely managing trees in challenging environments. That experience is especially valuable when properties have experienced severe storm damage, fallen trees, or hazardous conditions involving power lines.
Our Wildfire Prevention Services
We provide a wide range of wildfire prevention services. We can lower the chances of wildfires happening on your property by:
- Removing underbrush
- Mowing fields
- Trimming trees
- Laying mulch
Our Wildfire Restoration Services
We provide a wide range of wildfire restoration services. If your property has been affected by wildfires, we’re here to help.
Debris cleanup: Clear burned structural materials, ash, and rubble from the property.
Hazardous tree removal: Push over and clear burned, dangerous trees that threaten safety or rebuilding.
Foundation removal: Break up and haul away damaged concrete foundations, slabs, and footings.
Erosion control: Install silt fences, straw wattles, and sediment basins to stop mudslides after heavy rain.
Slope stabilization: Grade and reinforce steep hillsides damaged by fire to protect the property.
Topsoil replacement: Strip damaged topsoil and bring in clean fill dirt to prepare the land for new landscaping.
Culvert clearing or replacement: Clean out or replace melted or blocked drainage pipes under driveways.
Road and driveway repair: Re-grade, fill, and compact gravel access roads burned or washed out by post-fire runoff.
Trenching: Dig new trenches for underground utility lines like water, power, and gas before rebuilding.
Communities That Benefit From Wildfire Prevention and Restoration:
- Athol
- Sandpoint
- Rathdrum
- Sagle
- Idaho
- Spokake, Washington
Insurance claims can be stressful, especially when you’re already dealing with property damage. Holmes will work with you throughout the restoration process and help you navigate communication with your insurance company. We’ll assess the damage, provide an honest evaluation of the restoration needs and costs, and help ease some of the uncertainty and frustration. When you’re dealing with insurance, it helps to have an experienced restoration professional in your corner.
