Frequently Asked Questions

Fire extinguishers need to be inspected annually by a certified technician. Additionally, dry chemical extinguishers need to be recharged every 6 years and hydrostatically tested every 12 years.

The duration of an emergency light in a power outage will depend on the space and occupancy of a building. For businesses and residential buildings, the lights are required to have a duration of 30 minutes to assist in finding a pathway out of the building.

Different fires require the use of different types of fire extinguishers.

Here is a basic list to follow;

• A - Common combustibles (wood, cloth, paper, etc.)

• B - Flammable liquids and gases (gas, propane & solvents)

• C - Live electrical equipment (Computers, etc.)

• D - Combustible metals (lithium, magnesium, titanium, etc.)

• K Class - Cooking media (oils & fats)

Most smoke detectors will have a blinking light that appears occasionally, indicating that it is still functioning. They are often equipped with a test button that can be used to ensure the smoke detector is still active.

Sprinkler systems are heat activated. This means that smoke will not set off your sprinklers, they will be set off when they sense an elevated temperature.

Absolutely! We service extinguishers for individuals and businesses.