Fire Protection FAQ's

How much should I expect to pay for my fire sprinkler system?

If installed during newhome construction, home fire sprinklers often cost no more than 1 to 1 1/2 percent of the total building cost, which is about what you'd pay for an upgrade to carpeting. The investment in your family's fire protection may be slightly lower or higher, depending on the location and complexity of the home.

How do I take care of my fire sprinkler system?

A residential fire sprinkler system is basically maintenance free. The only testing required on a regular basis is opeing the drain/test valve to check the alarm operation. The rest of the system is designed to operate properly for 20 years or more without any maintenance. Some basic precautions to safegaurd your fire sprinkler system are: Avoid painting or otherwise covering the fire sprinkler devices, as that will affect their sensitivity to heat. Do not hang decorations, plants or other objects from the sprinkler piping.

What if my home will not be connected to a public water supply?

Homes can be protected by automatic fire sprinklers in even the most remote areas. Several manufacturers offer self-contained water tanks to supply residential fire sprinkler systems. These tanks are desinged to fit in your garage or another storage area of the home, and they hold enough water to comply with the National Fire Protection Association Standard 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and two family dwellings and manufactured homes.

Will Fire Sprinklers Reduce Water damage?

Fire hoses, on average, use more than 8 1/2 times the water that sprinklers do to contain a fire. According to the Scottsdale Report, a 15 - year study of fire sprinkler effectiveness, a fire sprinkler uses, on average, 341 gallons of water to control a fire. Firefighters, on average, use 2935. Reduced water damage is a major source of savings for homeowners.