5 Reasons To Leave Fire Alarm Maintenance To The Professionals
False fire alarm activations accounted for 42% of the incidents attended by Fire and Rescue Services in England in 2020. This cost the UK over £1 billion within that year alone. On the other hand, actual fires only accounted for 28% of all incidents. These statistics emphasise the importance of installing and maintaining your fire alarm systems in the correct manner.
In this article, you will understand the importance of having a professional install and maintain your fire alarm system.
From what is the best fire alarm system for your specific property, to understanding which trusted manufacturers to choose from, we will divulge all the secrets to a pain-free process.
It is incredibly important that you understand what fire alarm system best suits your property. This will be determined by many factors, so we recommend hiring a professional who can survey your building and attribute the correct method and products.
The Best Fire Alarm Installation Design For Your Needs
One of the most important factors that determine which fire alarm system you should be using is the size and complexity of your building. If your property is made of more than a couple of buildings, an engineer/installer would need to design the system to best benefit the customer in terms of identifying where an alarm is sounding. To do this, an Addressable system would need to be installed. This way, the responsible person can locate the exact room and alarm that it is sounding. When looking after a building with multiple occupants, this is even more important, as you can manage the alarm without too much disruption.
Another factor you would need to consider is the licensing of your building. If your property is listed or you are unable to install wires etc into the walls themselves, you are likely to be recommended a Wireless system. This means you can create intricate systems that do not affect the integrity of the building. We recommend the Hochiki Wireless FIREwave protocol which enables the installer maximum adaptability. This way, compatible devices from external manufacturers can be added to help personalise your system.
A slightly different factor you may want to consider is the visual appeal of the system and devices. This can be a major factor for businesses that are aesthetically driven, such as hotels and showrooms. A&E Fire and Security work closely with a few trusted eCommerce equipment companies such as Fire and Security Store, who are incredibly capable of recommending the best devices for you.
Understanding Fire Alarm System Updates And Future Requirements
The average fire alarm device will last from around 10-15 years; however, this can vary depending on the manufacturer. The system itself is also determined by the provider, however, there are a few things you can do to make sure both the device and the system stand the test of time.
In section 2.52 of the BS, it states that all commercial buildings need to be tested weekly. Although it may not be as crucial to check that regularly, you mustn’t leave your system unchecked for long durations of time.
The first thing you can do to maintain the longevity of your system is to clean the device from all dust and dirt particles regularly. This means that it is kept free from any compromising materials that will set off regular false alarms.
We also recommend that you check all emergency automatic release doors and windows are working on a weekly basis as part of your fire systems check.
There are a few things that can alter the integrity of your fire system other than dust and dirt particles in the air. The health of your system can also be compromised due to the initial installation of the devices. If the wires are loose or placed incorrectly, the safety of your building will be under threat from the very start. Make sure to choose a company like A&E who are accredited and affirmed safety providers by some of the following;
- BAFE, IFSM, CHIC, FUSION21, NSI and more to provide TOP service and installation time after time.
Trusted Fire Alarm System Manufacturers
A&E works with some of the UK’s top providers of fire and security around. Fire and Security Store are one of the leading sellers, carrying incredible brands at even more incredible prices.
One of the manufacturers/brands we trust is Hochiki. Hochiki are renowned for their innovative technology and durability. The ‘Hochiki FIREwave Smoke Detector- ROP-3’ is used by our engineers very regularly, due to its modern, wireless technology. Wireless devices and systems are being used more and more every year, this is down to the fact that it does not need to compromise the structural integrity of a building, as well as its incredible life-span and durable, sleek exterior.
Another major manufacturer A&E works closely with to bring our customers high-quality fire alarm systems at a price to suit every budget, is C-TEC. C-TEC is one of the market leaders in terms of quality and price. The ‘C-TEC XFP 2 Loop 32 Zone Fire Alarm Control Panel w/ Hochiki Protocol’ is an amazing example of a fire alarm panel that incorporates both intelligent addressable ESP protocols and a competitive price of £529.61.
A&E are focused on bringing not only TOP service, but also maintaining the standard of work through products that we are assured will fit the standard.
Free Fire Alarm Installation Site Survey And Quotation
A free fire alarm site survey consists of a member of the A&E team visiting your premises to understand what kind of system your property needs.
Our surveyor will look at things such as the size of the property, and how much cabling it may require, to the buildings licensing and history. In cases such as listed or impenetrable buildings, we would recommend systems such as Wireless ones, to ensure an uncompromising installation.
Our free fire alarm site survey will be done at the discretion of the customer and may take anywhere between 30 minutes and a few hours, depending on the size and intricacy of the property.
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It can be difficult to wrap your head around the ins and outs of the fire alarm installation process, therefore, you can rest assured that when you choose one of our A&E professionals, everything is under control. There will only be one thing you need to decide before choosing an installation expert to install your fire alarm system, and that is the budget.