Fire Sprinkler Retrofitting Services in Vermont

Addressing fire safety in your building is an essential concern for any owner or manager, and not every company is up to the task. Firetech Sprinkler Corp. is a leading fire sprinkler retrofit contractor for Colchester, VT, and surrounding areas — and we’re always prepared to deliver services that meet or exceed rigorous fire safety standards in any situation.

If your building needs fire sprinkler retrofitting, reach out to our team to schedule a consultation today.

What Does It Mean To Retrofit a Sprinkler System?

Retrofitting is the process of upgrading fire sprinklers in existing buildings or installing fire sprinklers in areas where they didn’t previously exist. Many older buildings in Vermont were built without fire sprinklers in some or all areas or contain sprinkler systems that have become outdated over the years.

Why Retrofit Your Sprinkler System?

Retrofitting is performed to improve the fire safety of a building by creating more efficient ways to suppress and manage fires. Retrofits and fire sprinkler upgrades for older buildings help meet the following goals.

• Improve life safety: Properly retrofitted sprinkler systems help save lives in the event of a fire.
• Increase community safety: When a fire breaks out, a retrofitted fire sprinkler system is better able to reduce the risk of the fire spreading to nearby buildings.
• Protect property: By detecting and suppressing fires as early as possible, retrofitted fire sprinkler systems help keep property damage to a minimum.
• Reduce insurance premiums: Retrofitting your building’s sprinkler system shows a commitment to risk mitigation that can save money on insurance over time.
• Compliance: Professional NFPA fire sprinkler retrofitting ensures your building is up to standard and meets NFPA 13 retrofit requirements.

Our Sprinkler Retrofitting Process

Retrofitting a fire sprinkler system is a process that requires attention to detail and comprehensive knowledge of compliance requirements. Our rigorous process includes:

1. A professional assessment to evaluate fire protection hazards and needs, identify deficiencies, and take detailed measurements.
2. System design to meet requirements based on occupancy, codes and standards, and building structure.
3. Water supply evaluation for capacity and ability to support the new or upgraded sprinkler system.
4. Installation adhering to the final design and system plans, including pipes, sprinkler heads, and connection to the water system.
5. Testing for flow, pressure, and other system functions.
6. Commission, documentation, and training on the system.

Firetech Sprinkler Corp. also provides ongoing maintenance and regular inspections to keep your retrofitted system effective and up to standards.

Types of Buildings That Need Sprinkler Retrofitting

Any building may require sprinkler retrofitting to remain safe under local codes and standards. Some of the most common buildings we retrofit include:

• High-rises over 75 feet tall
• Hotels and motels
• Commercial office buildings
• Schools and universities
• Multi-family residential buildings
• Retail stores and shopping malls
• Industrial buildings and warehouses
• Healthcare facilities

Why Choose Us?

Firetech is a trusted partner for fire sprinkler retrofits and upgrades in Colchester because we’re a locally owned and operated full-service contractor with NICET certification and multiple industry awards and affiliations. We ensure top system quality by keeping our design in-house and maintaining fabrication capabilities so we can install systems tailored to your building’s needs.

If it’s time for fire sprinkler retrofitting in your building, contact Firetech today for a seamless upgrade experience.