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Fire Protection No building material can guarantee a fireproof home, but there are some preventative measures that a homeowner can take to better prepare for fires— like installing a non-combustible home exterior.
Fire Prevention Read about fire prevention.

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Fire officials and homeowners on fire prevention
"The firefighters said because the fire was so hot, if the Hardie siding had not been there I would not have a cabin." Homeowner, Angora Fire, El Dorado County, Lake Tahoe
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Technical Information
James Hardie fiber-cement exteriors have been tested by various IAS Certified Laboratories to ASTM International standards.
Technical Information Approved for fire-resistance rated construction (ASTM E119)
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Resources
Websites offering valuable information on fire prevention.
Firewise Firewise Construction Checklist recommends use of fire-resistant exterior wall facings.
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FAQ
Are your products 1-hour fire-rated?
What constitutes a 1-hour fire-rated assembly?
Are James Hardie products a masonry product?
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