Protecting your home and your most valuable asset, your family inside, is our specialty.
Your safety is our top priority, and it is proven that fire sprinklers drastically reduce civilian fire deaths. We are experts in Residential fire sprinkler systems and will partner with you to ensure your home is adequately protected should a fire break out. Fire sprinklers save lives and safeguard your property from the devastation that fire may bring. Imperial Fire Protection is a full-service fire protection firm that designs and installs residential fire sprinkler systems and services and repairs them to ensure that they operate when you need them.
Fire sprinkler system repair is available from Imperial Fire Protection for various residential sprinkler systems. Our highly qualified specialists can handle any form of fire protection emergency at your residence. Fire sprinkler system maintenance can also help you save time and money by extending the life of your sprinkler system. You can rely on our extensive knowledge in fire protection services, and you can be assured that when we service or repair your equipment, your fire sprinkler systems will function effectively in the event of a fire. Call us today to book a service appointment for your home sprinkler system.
Residential Fire Sprinkler Design
A Residential Fire Sprinkler System designed by Imperial Fire Protection will provide you with the assurance and peace of mind that your most important assets will be safeguarded in the event of a fire. Fire sprinkler systems can save lives and avoid financial, physical, and emotional harm. Simply put, a well-designed sprinkler system protects lives. Fire sprinkler design is complex, but you can trust Imperial Fire Protection to complete it correctly and with honesty and integrity.
Our number one goal is to keep you and your loved ones safe. We have experience with a wide range of projects and 21 years of design expertise. Whether your project is big or small, we provide long-term solutions you can rely on. Our licensed professionals are highly skilled and design fire sprinkler systems according to the National Fire Protection Association guidelines that are cost-effective without sacrificing quality. Our unparalleled attention to detail ensures your residential fire sprinklers will work when you need them.
Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation
We know there are many companies to choose from that install residential fire sprinkler systems. However, our commitment to excellence and dedication to fire safety distinguishes Imperial Fire Protection from the competition. Our highly educated professionals will ensure that your fire sprinklers are properly installed, potentially saving lives and reducing property damage in the event of a fire.
Our meticulous attention to detail and dedication during the installation process assures that your fire sprinkler system will function exactly as intended and that your home will have automatic fire extinguishing capabilities when they are needed. Our staff has installed fire sprinkler systems of various sizes and has years of installation experience. As a result, Imperial Fire Protection can handle any work, big or small. We can install a fire sprinkler system in any type of residence, no matter the square footage, from new home construction, manufactured homes, two-family dwellings, and more. In addition, we follow the installation guidelines of the National Fire Protection Association.
Residential Fire Sprinkler Repair
Imperial Fire Protection is a full-service fire protection company that designs and installs fire sprinkler systems and services and repairs them to ensure that they operate when you need them. If your residential fire sprinkler system is out of date, we can bring it up to code and make any necessary repairs to ensure proper operation. Our Texas-based company is licensed and insured and delivers professional service on time when you need it.
Home sprinkler system repair is available from Imperial Fire Protection for a variety of residential fire sprinkler systems. Our highly qualified specialists are capable of handling any form of fire protection emergency. You can rely on our extensive knowledge in fire protection services, and be assured that when we service or repair your equipment, your fire sprinklers will function effectively in the event of a fire.
Imperial Fire Protection adheres to the standards outlined by the National Fire Protection Association for fire sprinkler system repair. So whether we’re performing routine maintenance or an emergency repair on your residential fire sprinklers, you can rest assured that our fire sprinkler services will be completed correctly, and your fire protection system will function when you need it. When residential fire sprinklers work properly, they save lives and safeguard your precious property.
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FAQs about Home Fire Sprinklers
How do fire sprinklers work in a house?
Understanding how home fire sprinklers work is quite straightforward. The sprinkler, normally found in the ceiling, is nothing more than a stopper that prevents water from flowing into a pipe similar to your other plumbing lines. The heat from a fire will break a glass tube or melt a solder plug, allowing the water to escape. The water sprays out and extinguishes the fire in the area immediately surrounding the sprinkler. Then, only the sprinkler nearest to the fire is activated. All of the other sprinklers are still closed, limiting the water to the fire area.
What are the two main types of home fire sprinkler systems?
Stand-alone and multi-use sprinkler systems are the two most common types of residential sprinkler systems. Even though both systems use the home’s water supply, a stand-alone system has its own pipes and may require a back-flow device. Flexible plastic or copper tubing will be used in stand-alone systems. If a home gets its water from a well, a storage tank and pump are required to guarantee the system has enough water in the case of a fire. The size of the storage tank varies based on the size of the system, and some codes demand a minimum-sized tank. The water in stand-alone systems does not circulate and, depending on the piping utilized, may get stagnant.
A multi-use sprinkler system uses the same plumbing pipes as the rest of the house; whenever water is turned on anyplace in the house, new water is pumped through the pipes. This type of system ensures that non-stagnant water is released in the case of a fire. Multi-use systems are installed during the construction of new homes and are custom-engineered for the home. However, extending a multi-use sprinkler system through additions or remodels can be challenging.
A flow alarm will be included in residential sprinkler systems, which will sound a warning when the system is turned on. If the homeowners are not there, an alarm bell put on the outside of the house can alert neighbors of the system activation. Some systems can be set up to notify the local fire department if they are activated, while others can be integrated with a home’s security system.
The sprinkler heads used in these systems will vary depending on the manufacturer; however, the majority will be heat-activated. Some have a bulb filled with a specific liquid that expands at a constant pace when exposed to heat; when the bulb reaches a specific temperature, it breaks, triggering the sprinkler head. Other sprinkler heads may feature a soldered connection that melts when the temperature reaches a specified level. A single sprinkler is usually sufficient to cover an average-sized room. However, larger rooms may necessitate the use of two. Sprinkler heads for the home are available in a variety of styles, ranging from the commercial-looking metal spoke head to sleek, décor-friendly discs.
What pressure should a residential sprinkler system be?
Home fire sprinkler systems have improved to the point where they may now be built to consume the same amount of water as a modern home’s plumbing system, if not less. Fire sprinklers typically operate at a pressure of 7 pounds-per-square-inch (psi), which is lower than the minimum pressure necessary for home plumbing fittings. For any plumbing fixture, a minimum pressure of 8 psi is required. For example, temperature-controlled shower valves require a minimum pressure of 20 psi. The main supply connection must have a minimum pressure of 40 psi (applies to all homes with indoor plumbing, even those supplied by wells).
A single fire sprinkler can use up to 8 gallons of water every minute (gpm). With most home fire sprinkler systems designed to accommodate two simultaneously flowing sprinklers, 16 gpm may be all that is required to keep the sprinklers running. This is less than the 18 gpm necessary by the Plumbing Code to supply plumbing fixtures in a typical entry-level home with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two external hose connections. Larger, more expensive homes require more water for fire sprinklers, but they also have more plumbing fixtures, which necessitates an additional water supply for plumbing. When sprinklers are not supplied by a water distribution system, one or two sprinklers must flow for a minimum of 7-10 minutes, which can be given by a well and/or a small tank.