Thursday, August 16, 2012

New York City Standpipe Fire Protection Systems

New York City Standpipe Fire Protection Systems


The standpipe fire sprinkler system is a type of fixed system that is generally installed in high rise or multi-floor buildings. Fire hoses can then be connected to the fire sprinkler standpipes, and they serve just as a fire hydrant would serve, should the need arise for a fire to be extinguished. NFPA 14 for more information regarding standpipe fire protection systems.

Types of Standpipe Fire Protection Systems


Wet Standpipe Fire Protection


Dry Standpipe Fire Protection


Combined Standpipe Fire Protection



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Email: nycfirepro@gmail.com
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New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Retrofit and Remodel

New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Retrofit and Remodel


When there is not a fire protection system present or in the event the existing fire protection system requires modifications; it is referred to as retrofitting the fire sprinkler system, or remodeling the fire protection system. This allows the fire safety engineers and licensed fire protection contractors to assess the risks of fire danger, what types of flammable materials may be present and the best way to extinguish all forms of fire dangers.


By retrofitting your home with a fire protection system, you add peace of mind to your home knowing that your family, loved ones, personal valuables and prized possessions are safe from the devastating effects of fire. You also may save money on your home owners fire hazard insurance policy contact your insurance representative for details.


Remodeling takes a fire safety engineer to address the new or existing fire dangers and risks, modifying the existing fire protection system by remodeling the fire detection alarms, fire alarms, fire sprinklers, sprinkler heads, or other components of the fire safety system.


The USFA (United States Fire Administration) suggests, “What Are Home Fire Sprinkler Systems? Using quick response sprinklers and approved piping, homes can be built or even retrofitted to include low-cost automatic sprinkler systems connected to the domestic water supply. Sprinkler systems offer advantages to the homebuilder:


A low-cost reliable safety option that would attract many buyers.

Trade-offs between sprinklers and code requirements that can result in lower construction costs, more units per area of land, etc. (5 to 15 percent)

For homeowners, the advantages include assurance of a safer environment for their families, protection of their investment and irreplaceable family possessions, and lower insurance rates 5 to 15 percent.” (USFA Reference)

We have all seen fire protection systems and fire sprinklers in schools, office buildings factories, etc…But what about protecting your home, your family and irreplaceable possessions. Fire safety is a concern for you and your family and should be addressed contact us today for a fire protection system bid and obtain a detailed quote to see an estimate of the costs involved in retrofitting your home with a fire sprinkler system.


New York City Fire Protection Company
New York City Fire Prevention and Safety Phone: (347) 220-8330

Email: nycfirepro@gmail.com

New York City Fire Protection
New York City Fire Sprinklers
New York City Fire Protection Service

Emergency Fire Protection
Service Available

Install, Service & Repair

Fire Service Pro LLC
New York City Amerex Fire Extinguishers New York City Brooks Fire Protection Equipment

New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Repair

New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Repair


Our fire protection company will be able to identify the issues and repair any existing problems with the components of your fire protection system. Repairing your fire sprinkler system consists of a fire safety engineer or New York State licensed fire protection contractor coming to your home, testing and inspecting the existing fire protection system, fire sprinklers and fire alarms, then making any necessary repairs to the fire protection system.

Types of fire protection systems that may Require Maintenance:


The NFPA has established a set standard for maintaining your fire protection system for residential it is NFPA 13D, and commercial is NFPA 25, which explains the types of fire protection systems and the maintenance that should be completed.

Water Based Fire Protection Systems which includes piping above head and/or ground piping that include the following fire sprinkler systems, wet pipe system, antifreeze system, dry pipe system, deluge system, pre action system, and combined dry pipe pre action.

Stand Pipe Systems which include wet standpipe systems, dry standpipe systems, combined standpipe and fire sprinkler system, private fire service main, fire pump, water tank, water spray fixed system, deluge foam water sprinkler and foam water spray systems, foam water spray systems, foam water sprinkler system, and control valves.

Responsibility of the owner or occupant, the owner shall provide ready accessibility to components of water based fire protection systems that require inspection, testing, maintenance and the owner will maintain and repair any components that are not properly functioning.


New York City Fire Protection Company
New York City Fire Prevention and Safety Phone: (347) 220-8330
Email: nycfirepro@gmail.com
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New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Maintenance

New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Maintenance


Your fire protection system will require regularly scheduled intervals for testing,maintenance, inspection and sometimes certifications. Maintenance of the fire sprinkler system will consist of testing, inspecting, repairing and fixing any components of the fire protection system that do not function properly. If you are unfamiliar with the fire protection system installed in your home contact a fire safety engineer or licensed fire protection contractor to explain what maintenance is required on the fire protection system.
The financial benefit is also rewarding by maintaining your fire sprinkler system. This allows you to schedule the necessary repairs at a convenient time and reveal any issues with your fire protection system long before it may become a major expense to repair.
The National Fire Protection Association has created a standard for maintenance of the residential fire sprinkler system referred to as NFPA 13D. The scope reads, “1.1* Scope. 1.1.1 This standard shall cover the design, installation, and maintenance of automatic sprinkler systems for protection against the fire hazards in one- and two-family dwellings and manufactured homes. 1.1.2 This standard assumes that the sprinkler system is designed to protect against a fire originating from a single ignition location.” (Reference)

New York City Fire Protection Company
New York City Fire Prevention and Safety Phone: (347) 220-8330
Email: nycfirepro@gmail.com
New York City Fire Protection
New York City Fire Sprinklers
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Emergency Fire Protection
Service Available
Install, Service & Repair
Fire Service Pro LLC
New York City Amerex Fire Extinguishers New York City Brooks Fire Protection Equipment

New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation

New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation


We offer competitive quotes and bids for the installation of your new fire protection system. Our licensed fire protection contractors and fire safety engineers will be able to identify the fire risks present in your home and create and install a fire sprinkler system in your home residence. We are also able to retrofit your home with a fire sprinkler system or remodel your existing fire sprinkler system.



If it’s time to Install, retrofit, or remodel a fire protection system in your home residence you will need to maintain that system, which will require routine tests, inspections and maintenance of your fire protection system, fire sprinklers, sprinkler heads, and other components of the fire safety system. We are able to inspect, test, maintain and repair your fire protection system. Contact us today for a bid on a fire protection system installed in your home.



Installing a fire sprinkler system in your home residence consists of a network of pipes, the proper fire extinguishing materials, fire sprinkler heads, portable fire extinguishers, fire detection alarms and fire alarms. A water based fire sprinkler system is generally installed, with portable fire extinguishers as back-up, fire detection alarms and fire alarms to notify you and your family in the event of fire.



We see fire sprinklers in schools, parking structures and other public buildings, but what about your home. Shouldn’t fire prevention be just as, if not more important where you and your family live? Fire sprinkler systems help prevent the devastating effects of fire in your home residence, the fire alarms alert you and your family that the dangers of fire are present giving time for evacuation.



The costs of a fire sprinkler system installed in your home will vary depending on the size of your home, types of flammable materials that need coverage, if you are building new construction or if it will be a retrofit or remodel. We offer our bid for the installation of your fire sprinkler system and detailed quotes breaking down the estimate of costs for the fire sprinkler system.



The US Fire Administration (USFA) states, “It is the official position of the U.S. Fire Administration that all Americans should be protected against death, injury, and property loss resulting from fire in their residences. All homes should be equipped with smoke alarms and automatic fire sprinklers, and families should prepare and practice emergency escape plans.” According to the USFA fires have taken a high toll on life and property.

Installed Fire Sprinklers—the Solution


Fires in residences have taken a high toll of life and property. In 2009 there were:

· 377,000 residential fires

· 2,590 civilian fire deaths

· 13,050 civilian fire injuries

· $7.8 billion in property damage

Source: National Fire Protection Association Fire Loss in the U.S. 2009.

Studies by the Federal Emergency Management Agency's United States Fire Administration indicate that the installation of residential fire sprinkler systems could have saved thousands of lives; prevented a large portion of those injuries; and eliminated hundreds of millions of dollars in property losses.



Types of Fire Protection and Fire Sprinkler Systems


Water Based Fire Sprinkler Systems Include:


Wet Pipe Fire Sprinkler System


Antifreeze Fire Sprinkler System


Dry Pipe Fire Sprinkler System


Deluge Fire Sprinkler System


Pre Action Fire Sprinkler System


Combined Dry Pipe and Pre Action Systems


Standpipe Fire Protection Systems Include:


Wet Standpipe Fire Protection


Dry Standpipe Fire Protection


Combined Standpipe Fire Protection


Private Fire Service Mains


Fire Pump


Water Tank


Water Spray Fixed Fire Protection Systems Include:


Deluge Foam Water Fire Sprinkler


Foam Water Fire Sprinkler System


Fire Control Valves


Portable Fire Extinguishers Include:


Water Fire Extinguishers


Foam Fire Extinguishers


Liquefied Gas Fire Extinguishers


Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers


Fire Alarms


Fire and Heat Detection Alarms


Fixed System Fire Extinguishers


Fire Suppression Systems



New York City Fire Protection Company
New York City Fire Prevention and Safety Phone: (347) 220-8330
Email: nycfirepro@gmail.com
New York City Fire Protection
New York City Fire Sprinklers
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Emergency Fire Protection
Service Available
Install, Service & Repair
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New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Inspection

New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Inspection


Having a fire sprinkler inspection completed by a licensed professional may help you sleep easier at night, if you are concerned about the devastating effects of fire, knowing that the fire protection and fire prevention system is working. From the fire detection alarms, to the fire sprinkler heads springing to life to extinguish the fire, these fire protection systems aid in preventing fire from damaging lives, home, and help protect personal valuables.

Some parts of your fire sprinkler system can be inspected by you the home owner. Inspecting your fire protection system, fire sprinklers, fire hydrants, and portable fire extinguishers, such as testing your fire alarms to make sure they are properly working. Knowing the components, parts, fire detection and fire alarms of your fire prevention system will aid you in knowing how to do weekly, monthly and quarterly inspections. If you are unfamiliar with a previously installed system have a fire sprinkler inspection completed by a licensed fire contractor and ask questions regarding the fire prevention system, and how to perform regular service checks that make sure your fire sprinkler system is functioning properly.
Some inspections and fire certifications may be required by the New York State Fire Marshal, to ensure that your fire sprinkler system complies with local fire codes, rules, and regulations, and is properly functioning. Check with your local fire marshal for additional information regarding new fire protection and fire prevention code, rules, and regulations.
Having fire protection, and full fire sprinkler coverage on your residence may qualify you for additional fire hazard insurance discounts, check with your local home owners fire hazard insurance provider for details.



New York City Fire Protection Company
New York City Fire Prevention and Safety Phone: (347) 220-8330
Email: nycfirepro@gmail.com
New York City Fire Protection
New York City Fire Sprinklers
New York City Fire Protection Service
Emergency Fire Protection
Service Available
Install, Service & Repair
Fire Service Pro LLC
New York City Amerex Fire Extinguishers New York City Brooks Fire Protection Equipment

Residential Fire Sprinkler Estimates

Residential Fire Sprinkler Estimates


How much will a fire protection and fire sprinkler system cost to install in my home residence?

New York City Residential Fire Sprinkler Estimates, Quotes, and Bids


Estimating the cost of your home fire protection and fire sprinkler system depends on the size of your residence, flammable materials present, type of fire coverage, detection, and fire alarms that are installed. We are able to send a fire safety engineer or New York State licensed fire protection contractor to your home residence.
The fire safety engineer or New York State licensed fire protection contractor will assess and evaluate the fire dangers that are present in your home and what types of fire protection systems are needed to provide fire prevention coverage to those areas. The will also review your homes evacuation exits and make sure fire alarms are properly installed.
The fire sprinkler bid will give you a detailed quote itemizing the expenses that will be incurred for the installation of the fire protection and fire sprinkler system. This allows you to calculate the costs of installation for the fire protection and fire sprinkler system.

New York City Fire Protection Company
New York City Fire Prevention and Safety Phone: (347) 220-8330
Email: nycfirepro@gmail.com
New York City Fire Protection
New York City Fire Sprinklers
New York City Fire Protection Service
Emergency Fire Protection
Service Available
Install, Service & Repair
Fire Service Pro LLC
New York City Amerex Fire Extinguishers New York City Brooks Fire Protection Equipment