Fire Alarm System Installation Houston

Fire Alarm System Installation Houston

Houston Fire Alarm System Installation 101

Whenever a new building is constructed, all fire safety equipment is installed before the building is occupied. Few see the training and experience necessary to make these things work. However, when a building is in use and these systems need to be installed or upgraded, staff and guests can see up close and personal how exacting the process can be.

A good installation team will take great measures to work seamlessly with current occupants and create as little disruption to the normal schedule as possible.

Reasons for Fire Alarm System Installation Upgrades

Many building situations are “grandfathered.” Old, outdated systems are sometimes permitted to stay since they are already in place and functioning properly. Any change will likely require the building to be brought up to code—buildings with no alarm system will need a system, and buildings with outdated systems will need to bring them up to code, including:

• Adding or changing a building’s use.
• Adding space to existing space.
• Making significant changes to existing spaces.

Installing a new system or upgrading an existing system follows several predictable steps.

Inspection and Assessment of a New Fire Alarm System Installation

A building owner or manager will be very aware of the compliance measures that need to be met, but some staff and guests might not be cognizant of the plan. A small group of technicians might be wandering around like tourists, looking at interesting details throughout the building.

• The inspection will be thorough, with an examination of every room.
• If the building has an alarm system that needs to be upgraded, attention will focus on existing structures.
• The inspection will also include gathering building plans and specifications/operation manuals for existing fire safety equipment.

Fire Alarm System Installation Design Steps

After the tourists leave, expect a lengthy design phase; before anything can be installed, a plan will need to be developed.

• The design team will be in communication with local compliance and code enforcement agencies.
• A design will be customized for each building.
• The design will need to mesh with other building systems—electric, plumbing, communication, internet connectivity, etc.
• The design stage will take significant communication with the owner/building manager concerning every detail.

Procuring Equipment

The design plan will determine the quantity and quality of the necessary parts. Before a system can be installed, the proper components need to be gathered for the project. While waiting for their arrival, any permits that are needed will be planned and procured.

Fire Alarm System Installation 

After everything is gathered and prepared, the team will communicate with the facility manager for the most convenient installation plan possible. There will be some inconvenience, but planning will keep this to a minimum.

• The key to a good installation plan is to ensure a safe work environment for everyone.
• Our team consists of experienced technicians who specialize in the installation of smoke and heat detectors, manual pulls, and control panels.
• The installation will include fire-rated wiring to ensure reliable connections in the event of a fire.
• The system should include a backup power system to ensure an uninterrupted supply.
• The system will network with communication systems as necessary to communicate with occupants and first responders.

Fire Alarm System Installation Testing 

This is potentially annoying, but it is certainly temporary.

• The control panel must be set precisely to meet alarm thresholds and communicate properly with the rest of the system.
• Each alarm device will need to be tested to guarantee the sensors function properly and the alarms are connected to the control panel.
• The alarms may sound during this phase, but it should not happen often.
• Installation will not be complete without training staff within the building to operate and maintain the system properly.

Fire Alarm System Installation Final Inspections

Once the system is installed and tested, it will need to be performed for an inspection to be certified compliant with building codes. Our team will leave compliance documentation, equipment manuals, inspection reports, and required permits.

Fire Alarm System Installation in Houston Texas

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