Are you considering installing fire alarm systems at your commercial business or rental property in Walton on Thames? Precision Electrical Services conduct all electrical installations with the highest regard to safety standards and building regulations. For a professional service, get in touch with the team today.
A fire alarm system is composed of various components which work collaboratively to achieve the same overall goal. Detecting smoke or fires and providing individuals the chance to evacuate as early as possible.
Once the team visits your property in Walton On Thames, we’ll have a better understanding of your business operations, size of property, occupancy and number of floors. We will then be able to share our recommendations of the various components you might want installed. Typically, a fire alarm system is composed of:
Correctly installed fire alarm systems will give you early detection if a fire or smoke is present within the building. This will allow the majority of individuals on site to evacuate as quickly as possible. Through a fire alarm system you can limit the extent of damage to the building in Walton On Thames but also drastically reduce injury to individuals.
Some fire alarm systems can be linked to local fire emergency services. This way, there is a greater chance of reducing the damage to the property but can also ensure early assistance is provided to those who need it.
From a legal point, fire alarm systems are essential in properties such as private rentals and commercial businesses. Landlords who fail to provide smoke and carbon monoxide alarm systems could face prosecution or fines up to £5,000.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 provides guidance on the fire alarm systems in commercial settings. Guidance on who the "responsible person” may be at your business in Walton On Thames, the fire precautions you need to put in place and the availability of well lit exit routes at your rental property are all points our experienced team can help you with.
All guidance stated in the legislation points to reliable, early detection measures to alert individuals when a fire or smoke is detected.
Likewise, the Housing Act 2004 must be considered to ensure reliable fire alarm systems are installed but also maintained regularly in rental premises.
An initial site survey will be conducted by one of the experienced members of the team here at Precision Electrical Services. We can determine any specific needs and work towards creating a personalised fire alarm system for your property in Walton on Thames.
Once the fire alarm system design has been approved, we can go ahead and carry out the installation stage. System testing is a key stage as we need to be confident that the system functions correctly in an emergency.
Fire alarm systems need to be maintained regularly to ensure all components are working as they should. We provide bespoke servicing packages according to the nature of your business for commercial clients but can provide 6 monthly services for landlords as per the guidance stated in BS 5839-1.
As locals to Walton on Thames, it’s safe to say, we’re very familiar with the community and local businesses. We have established excellent working relationships with homeowners, private landlords and commercial business owners. Many of our clients do in fact refer us on to friends and family due to the excellent customer service they receive.
For a reliable service from NICEIC approved traders, Precision Electrical Services are your go to electrician in Walton on Thames.
If you would like to speak to a member of the team about fire alarm system installation, give us a call today.