subject: The Significance Of Having A Well Maintained Fire Sprinkler System [print this page] Fire sprinkler systems are installed in both residential and commercial properties to save them from fire hazards. However, mere installation of a sprinkler system in your building is not enough to keep it safe. You must also ensure that it is kept in the top working condition. This can be done with the help of regular inspection, test and maintenance by a professional fire sprinkler company.
The fire sprinkler maintenance is quite easy (good thing!). All it needs is some care on your part and a call to a fire sprinkler company.
So how to keep your fire sprinklers well maintained and in top working condition?
* Schedule regular inspection, test and maintenance
According to many Authorities having Jurisdiction (your local fire department inspector), you must get your fire sprinklers inspected and tested at least once annually (more and more requiring quarterly). In order to ensure maximum safety, you must ensure that your fire sprinkler system is serviced every time you:
Change the use or occupancy of your building
There are some changes in public water supply, such as during water shortages
When you are doing remodeling in your building
Have installed or modified a water meter or backflow preventer
Caring for your sprinkler system on your own
Although you should continue with recommended inspections, there are a number of things that you can do in between those inspections to ensure that your equipment is in top working order.
Never stack anything in close proximity to your sprinkler
Never hang anything near the sprinkler heads
Make sure that your control valves are in open position (this should be checked once a week)
All signs of damage should be reported to your fire sprinkler company immediately
Various benefits of regular fire sprinkler maintenance
* Insurance benefits
When you have tested and working fire sprinkler system, you can expect discounts (4-10 percent) from insurance companies. On the flip side, many insurance providers levy hefty penalties on companies that do not have sprinkler systems or do not get them serviced on regular basis.
* Complete peace of mind
With regular inspections and maintenance, it is easy to point out various issues with your sprinkler systems thereby preventing them from becoming big issues.
* Freedom from liability
If there is no fire sprinkler system in your building, you may not get the coverage for any damage due to fire-even when local fire code does not require you to install a fire sprinkler system.
