Tag: Sprinkler System Maintenance

Spring Ahead with Spring Maintenance

testing smoke detectorSpring is the perfect time of year to get a fresh start and take care of a few tasks around the office that you’ve been putting off, especially when it comes to fire sprinkler maintenance. If you own or manage any type of commercial property, you can take advantage of a number of preventative services offered by the team at Davis-Ulmer. There are a number of issues that may have cropped up throughout the winter, all of which we can identify and solve before they become a larger problem in your building.

ROUTINELY CHECK YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS

No matter what time of year it is, testing all of the smoke detectors throughout your building is a smart idea. This is especially true if you’ve noticed one has been beeping or you simply haven’t inspected them in a while. Testing other alarms in your building, including CO2 detectors, can also be done at the same time allowing you to check several things off the to-do list at once.

GET A FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM INSPECTION DONE BY THE EXPERTS

While inspecting the sprinkler systems around your building can be done any time throughout the year, having a professional look at them in the spring is typically a smart idea. That’s because some systems are prone to freezing throughout the winter, especially if there have been several days where the temperature dropped below freezing. Inspecting your whole system in the spring allows you to check everything over for any signs of damage, allowing you to have peace of mind that if needed, they’ll be ready to handle any fire problem.

REPAIR IF POSSIBLE, REPLACE IF NOT

If any aspects of your fire sprinkler system need to be repaired or replaced, the professional team at Davis-Ulmer can take care of the job in no time. Not only do we offer inspection and testing on all systems in your building, we can also install new systems as needed.

These are just a few of the reasons that spring is a great time to have a professional ensure your building’s fire protection systems are in working order. Request a quote today from Davis-Ulmer or call the emergency service number in your area if you need immediate assistance. We are your full-service fire protection company serving New York and surrounding states.

Prevent Your Sprinkler System From Freezing This Winter

winterize your home and sprinkler systemAs the snow hits us here in Buffalo, New York, Davis Ulmer would like to remind our customers to check on the sprinkler systems in their homes and businesses to ensure that pipes are properly protected and heated from the elements. Less than two weeks ago, a sprinkler system in Plainsview, Texas burst after roofers failed to finish installing the roof’s trim before a winter storm hit. Exposed to freezing temperatures, the sprinkler system’s pipes burst, leaving the building drenched in two inches of water. To ensure an accident like this doesn’t happen to you, there are a few precautionary measures to take when the weather gets cold.

Check Your Heating System

Ensure the water running through your sprinkler system does not freeze this winter by checking your heating system as the weather gets cold. Regular maintenance is an important part of running your home or business and winter is the most important time to have your furnace in top shape. While you are checking the heat, also look around your establishment for cracks in windows and drafty areas. Seal up any gaps you find to keep your property warm and safe throughout the coldest months of the year.

Keep Temperatures Up

Even if you aren’t in the office on weekends, it is important to keep the heat running at your business. Buildings with wet sprinkler systems should not allow their temperatures to drop lower than 40 degrees Fahrenheit, so switch your thermostat to low instead of switching it off when you go home on Friday night.

Schedule a Winter Maintenance Appointment

Haven’t gotten around to your sprinkler system’s annual maintenance check? Now is the perfect time to have it looked over to ensure that everything is functioning properly and there are no chances of pipes freezing. To set up your winter appointment, contact us online or give us a call at 877-691-3200. We work with customers in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.