Garages are one of the most common areas where residential fires begin. Because of this risk, homes are designed with firewalls and fire-resistant barriers to help slow the spread of fire from the garage into the living space. During Las Vegas home inspections, compromised or improperly modified garage firewalls are frequently noted as a safety concern. What Is a Garage Firewall? A garage firewall (often called a fire-resistant separation wall) is the wall-and-ceiling assembl

The door between your garage and your home plays a critical role in fire safety. During Las Vegas home inspections, one of the most common safety deficiencies found is a missing, altered, or non-compliant fire-rated door between the garage and living space. Understanding why these doors are required — and what makes a door fire-rated — can help homeowners better protect their families. Why Fire-Rated Doors Are Required Between the Garage and Home A large percentage of residen