Whether you want to keep your home or business premises safe it’s important to have a good fire alarm system in place. As well as having the system set up, it is also important to keep them maintained, ensuring they do work.
But before we get started let’s clear one thing up. Many people can get confused in knowing the difference between a fire alarm and a smoke detector.
Fire Alarm: A fire alarm will detect smoke within your premises, and sound an alarm throughout the building.
Smoke Detector: A smoke detector will detect smoke and sound an alarm in the room where the smoke has been detected.
It is more common for large buildings/homes, estates, and businesses to have fire alarms, rather than smoke detectors. This is important, as it will alert everyone on the premises of the fire. As well as this, the alert from the smoke detector may not be heard. Whereas, smoke detectors are more commonly found in smaller houses, as you’re more likely able to hear the alert from the smoke detector due to the size of the premises.
Fire Alarm Maintenance
Keeping your fire alarms up to date will increase the safety of your home or business. However, postponing your fire alarm maintenance could mean your alarms giving you false alerts, disturbing your working day, or even your sleep.
For many businesses, their fire alarms should be tested weekly. However a fire alarm maintenance check should be carried out every six months, this is recommended by the BAFE Fire and Safety Register.
Here at S S Electrical, we offer a Fire Alarm and Maintenance service that involves battery replacements, testing sensors, and making those important upgrades to ensure you and your premises are safe. We also provide a Smoke Alarm Installation service, focusing on the areas of your home that are likely to be prone to a fire outbreak.
If you are looking to have your fire alarms checked and upgraded, visit our website to enquire about our services today. Or if you’d like to learn more about our general services, head to our home page now.
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