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The State of California requires all Automatic Fire Sprinkler systems to have a 5 Year Certification test performed by a Certified Fire Protection Company. In addition, the California State Fire Marshall requires a Title 19 NFPA-25 test completed every five years. The fire sprinkler system installed on a property must be in compliance with NFPA 25 and Title 19, to perform as intended by their design specifications. GC Fire Sprinkler will complete a 5 year certification of your fire sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 25 and Title 19. A Certification can be granted once the inspection, testing and any necessary repairs are complete. Our team uses state of the art equipment to ensure each and every job not only meets, but exceeds all requirements in NFPA-25 California Edition, the State of California Title-19 and all Local City regulations and Insurance Company requirements. Our technicians will test, service and inspect any of the following types of Fire Equiupment...

Our goal is to provide a system that keeps people safe, meeting and exceeding fire codes and insurance requirements.

OUR TECHNICIANS WILL PERFORM AS NEEDED THE FOLLOWING:

• Visually inspect for proper orientation, support, and clearance of all sprinkler heads and system piping that are readily viewable and accessible from the floor
• Visually inspect all fire sprinkler heads, hangers and earthquake bracing
• Visually inspect all pipes and fittings to ensure they are free of corrosion and damage
• Inspect for any damage or blockage that could prevent the system from operating normally
• Perform main drain tests and record results to verify proper water volume and pressure is available for the sprinkler system
• Work and Lubricate all control valves
• Check alarm and supervisory devices to make sure proper annunciation and notification is indicated, if connected to the building alarm system
• Test flow switches by flowing water from the inspectors test connection
• Test tamper switches by exercising the valve through the full range of motion and verifying that signals are received at the fire alarm control panel
• Check system gauge calibration date and verify the water pressure is adequate
• Check for proper signage on valves
• Inspect spare head box for proper inventory of spare sprinkler heads and wrench
• Verify that all valves are in the proper position and sealed or supervised
• Verify signals are received at the central monitoring station, if the system is monitored
• Check fire department connections for proper caps and being unobstructed
• Perform a back flush of the fire department connection check valve to ensure there is no obstructions in the fire line, and inspect all rubber seals inside the check valve.
• Perform all tasks required under Title-19 and NFPA-25 Regulations
• Issue a report of our findings to You and the Fire Department
• Additional procedures could be required depending on system type and code requirments

Annual & Quarterly inspections ensure that you are meeting the minimum standard set for in NFPA 25 and Title 19. They also can help prevent small problems that develop from turning into big expensive repairs. Most importantly, quarterly inspections are the best way to make sure your property is protected by a properly functioning fire sprinkler system. Quite a few City Fire Departments and most Insurance Companies now require at least Annual Inspections on your Fire Sprinklers. And some require more frequent Inspections. Others offer rate discounts for completing this. Either way, GC Fire Sprinkler can perform this inspection and provide the property owner with the necessary report...

OUR TECHNICIANS WILL PERFORM AS NEEDED THE FOLLOWING:

• Visually inspect for proper orientation, support, and clearance of all sprinkler heads and system piping that are readily viewable and accessible from the floor
• Visually inspect all fire sprinkler heads, hangers and earthquake bracing
• Visually inspect all pipes and fittings to ensure they are free of corrosion and damage
• Inspect for any damage or blockage that could prevent the system from operating normally
• Perform main drain tests and record results to verify proper water volume and pressure is available for the sprinkler system
• Work and Lubricate all control valves
• Check alarm and supervisory devices to make sure proper annunciation and notification is indicated, if connected to the building alarm system
• Test flow switches by flowing water from the inspectors test connection
• Test tamper switches by exercising the valve through the full range of motion and verifying that signals are received at the fire alarm control panel
• Visually inspect the gauges for damage
• Check for proper signage on valves
• Inspect spare head box for proper inventory of spare sprinkler heads and wrench
• Verify that all valves are in the proper position and sealed or supervised
• Verify signals are received at the central monitoring station, if the system is monitored
• Check fire department connections for proper caps and being unobstructed
• Perform all tasks required under Title-19 and NFPA-25 Regulations for Annual & Quarterly Inspections
• Issue a report of our findings to You and if required, to the Fire Department

Insurance Companies require Annual inspections or Main Drain Tests to help ensure that you are meeting the minimum standard set for in NFPA 25 and Title 19. These Inspections also can help prevent small problems that develop from turning into big expensive repairs. Most importantly, Annual inspections are the best way to make sure your property is protected by a properly functioning fire sprinkler system. Some Insurance Companies offer rate discounts for completing Annual Inspections and Main Drain Tests. Either way, GC Fire Sprinkler can perform these inspections for you and provide the necessary Report Documentation...

OUR TECHNICIANS WILL PERFORM AS NEEDED THE FOLLOWING:

• Visually inspect for proper orientation, support, and clearance of all sprinkler heads and system piping that are readily viewable and accessible from the floor
• Visually inspect all fire sprinkler heads, hangers and earthquake bracing
• Visually inspect all pipes and fittings to ensure they are free of corrosion and damage
• Inspect for any damage or blockage that could prevent the system from operating normally
• Perform main drain tests and record results to verify proper water volume and pressure is available for the sprinkler system
• Work and Lubricate all control valves
• Check alarm and supervisory devices to make sure proper annunciation and notification is indicated, if connected to the building alarm system
• Test flow switches by flowing water from the inspectors test connection
• Test tamper switches by exercising the valve through the full range of motion and verifying that signals are received at the fire alarm control panel
• Visually inspect the gauges for damage
• Check for proper signage on valves
• Inspect spare head box for proper inventory of spare sprinkler heads and wrench
• Verify that all valves are in the proper position and sealed or supervised
• Verify signals are received at the central monitoring station, if the system is monitored
• Check fire department connections for proper caps and being unobstructed
• Perform all tasks required under Title-19 and NFPA-25 Regulations for Annual & Quarterly Inspections
• Issue a report of our findings to You and to your Insurance Company

All Fire Hydrants are required to be inspected by a Licensed Fire Protection Professional on an Annual and Five (5) Year Schedule to ensure Compliance with NFPA-25 & 291 Fire Code Regulations. The Annual Fire Hydrant Inspection consists of a Visual and an Operational Inspection of the Fire Hydrant Components ensuring the Valves, Stems, Caps, Seals and Threads are Operational, Lubricated and Undamaged. The Annual and Five (5) Year Fire Hydrant Inspections and regularly scheduled maintenance are essential to a maintaining a Fire Hydrants Fire Code Compliance and are necessary to ensure that any damage to the system is repaired so it will function as designed when needed...

OUR TECHNICIANS WILL PERFORM AS NEEDED THE FOLLOWING:

• Hydrant Flushing and Inspection in Accordance with NFPA-25
• Operational and Visual Inspection of Fire Hydrant Components
• Inspect for leaks and cracks
• Inspect for any damage or blockage that could prevent Hydrant from operating normally
• Ensure gaskets and other parts are in good working order
• Work and Lubricate all control Hydrant valves
• Inspect outlet threads
• Inspect caps and cap gaskets
• Inspect hydrant operating nut
• Evaluate operating stem and ensure it is in good working order
• Perform Annual Flush of all outlets
• Check for Blue Reflective Markers
• Check for proper crash posts
• Check 36" Cleared Space Surrounding the Fire Hydrant
• Check and Work Emergency Underground Hydrant Valve
• Check that Underground Valve Tube is unobstructed
• **5-Year Hydrant Flow Test with calculated readings
• Issue a report of our findings to You and to the Fire Department

The single most important thing you can do to keep your fire sprinkler system in good condition and up to code is to have it inspected and maintained by GC Fire Sprinkler at least on an annual basis. The more frequent your system is inspected, the better chance there is of catching any problems that could prevent it from operating properly in the time of an emergency. Some insurance companies will lower premiums for properly maintained and inspected fire sprinkler systems. GC Fire Sprinkler has over 35-Years experience at Testing and Repair of almost any type of Fire Protection Equipment having to do with Fire Fighting and Water...

GC FIRE OFFERS COMPLETE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF MOST SYSTEMS

• Visually inspect for proper orientation, support, and clearance of all sprinkler heads and system piping that are readily viewable and accessible from the floor
• Visually inspect all fire sprinkler heads, hangers and earthquake bracing
• Visually inspect all pipes and fittings to ensure they are free of corrosion and damage
• Inspect for any damage or blockage that could prevent the system from operating normally
• Leaky Pipes or corroded and leaking sprinkler heads.
• Loose, broken or bent piping
• Jammed, malfunctioning or leaking control valves
• Below normal pressure, damaged or malfunctioning gauges
• Malfunctioning water bells or alarm bells
• Frozen PIV Valves and OSY Valves
• Missing signage on valves or system
• Damaged or missing spare head box, spare sprinkler heads and wrench
• Damaged or leaking check valves
• Damaged or bad flow switches and tamper switches
• Missing fire department connections, swivels or caps
• Obsolete parts or equipment.
• Loose or broken seismic braces or hangers