Fire Sprinkler Systems

Fire sprinkler systems are invaluable for businesses and homeowners because fires often occur instantaneously. Homeowners and business owners are frequently surprised by the many different ways that fires can start. Faulty electronics often start fires. An air conditioning unit may cause a fire if a leak causes wiring to fizzle. Gas and electric stoves can both start fires. Grease may quickly ignite flames and spread them into other areas of the home or business.

Fire extinguishers are often poor at fully extinguishing fires. Flames can travel very quickly. Older homes may have flammable insulation that can set an entire house ablaze within a few minutes. All homes and commercial properties should ideally have fire sprinkler systems installed because they are the most effective way to prevent fires. Most people panic during a fire. They may fumble for their phone or try to find their fire extinguisher. Many fires start in an unoccupied structure. People may come home to find that the neighbor has called the fire department for them or a business may get a call late in the night about a malfunctioning sprinkler system.

Fires cause over $11.5 billion in damages every year.

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Modern sprinkler systems are designed to be economical and durable. Many home sprinkler systems are now made with nonmetallic pipes that are cheaper and easier to maintain. Many people think that sprinkler systems are triggered by smoke, but they are actually heat activated. This means that fire sprinkler systems often stop a fire before it has time to become a serious problem. Home sprinkler systems use only a small fraction of the water that fire departments typically use to put out fires. Fire sprinkler systems often also have rapid response technology installed. This technology is similar to the kind used in burglar alarms. The sprinkler system will automatically notify the fire department.

 

Less than one-third of the fires (31%) occurred between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m., but these fires accounted for 67% of the direct property damage. Similarly, 19% of fires occurred on weekends, but these incidents caused 31% of the associated property loss. These findings highlight the need for automatic detection and extinguishing equipment to protect these properties when they aren’t occupied.
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Attempting fire sprinkler repair without the help of a professional is dangerous and illegal. A professional who installs fire sprinkler systems is also an expert at repairs. Installing a fire sprinkler system may ultimately prove to be one of the best investments you make in your home or business. Your business and your family need to be protected in the event that a fire starts.

If you are looking for a contractor to install a fire sprinkler system, our certified plumbers will be happy to install one for you. We can install, test and design fire sprinklers.

We can give you an estimate that can fall within your budget. We install in both residential and commercial properties.

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