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Guides to fire sprinklers.

Plain-language answers about how sprinklers work, how often they need attention and why they matter.

The three jobs

Inspect, test, maintain.

Inspection

A visual examination of a water-based fire protection system or portion thereof to verify that it appears to be in an operating condition and free of physical damage.

Examples from NFPA 25, Table 2-1

  • 01Gauges (wet pipe: monthly)
  • 02Control valves (sealed: weekly)
  • 03Sprinkler heads (annually)
  • 04Pipe and fittings (annually)

NFPA 25

The rhythm of a healthy system.

NFPA 25
  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Quarterly
  • Annually
  • 5 years +

FAQ

Common questions

We design and install fire sprinkler systems, and we test, inspect, service and maintain the systems already in place. We also install fire alarms for commercial clients.

Both. We proudly serve commercial and residential clients throughout Massachusetts.

No. Each head is activated individually by the heat of the fire, so only the head or heads closest to it open.

Usually 165°F.

An inspection is a visual examination, a test is a hands-on periodic check, and maintenance is work to keep equipment operable plus repairs.

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