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Fire Extinguisher Services
Commercial Fire Extinguisher Inspection & Service
Annual inspections, maintenance, recharging, sales and replacement for portable fire extinguishers — documented, tagged and scheduled so nothing falls through the cracks.
Starting at $12 per extinguisher
What this service involves
Portable fire extinguishers are often the first line of defense against a small fire. To do that job they need to be the right type for the hazard, mounted where people can reach them, fully charged and in good mechanical condition.
YearRound inspects and services extinguishers at restaurants, offices, warehouses, apartment communities, schools and other commercial properties. Every unit we service is checked, tagged and recorded so you have a clear record of what was done and when the next service is due.
What’s included
- Annual inspection and maintenance of portable extinguishers
- Service tags and a written service report for your records
- Recharging after use or when pressure is low
- Internal maintenance and hydrostatic testing coordination when due
- New extinguisher sales — ABC dry chemical, CO₂, Class K and others
- Installation, mounting, signage and cabinet replacement
- Hazard assessment to recommend extinguisher type and placement
- Removal of expired or damaged units
Why it matters
- Extinguishers that are discharged, under-pressurized, damaged or blocked may not work when they are needed.
- Fire inspectors, insurance carriers and property managers commonly look for current service tags during inspections.
- The wrong extinguisher type for a hazard — for example, a standard ABC unit for a commercial fryer — can be ineffective. Kitchens with cooking oils typically need Class K units.
- Federal OSHA rules require employers who provide portable extinguishers for employee use to inspect, maintain and test them (29 CFR 1910.157).
When you need this service
- Annual service is due or tags are expired
- An extinguisher was used, even briefly
- A fire inspector or insurance carrier noted a deficiency
- You are opening, renovating or changing the use of a space
- You are taking over management of a property with unknown service history
- Gauges show low pressure or units are damaged, corroded or missing pins
Our Process
What to expect
Schedule
We confirm your locations, approximate extinguisher count and access requirements, then book a time that works around your operations.
Inspect & service
Technicians check each unit’s type, mounting, pressure, seals, hose, nozzle and physical condition, and perform required maintenance.
Tag & document
Each serviced unit is tagged. You receive a written report listing every unit, its location and condition.
Report deficiencies
Units needing recharge, hydrostatic testing or replacement are identified with a clear quote before any additional work is done.
Remind
We track your next service date and contact you before it is due.
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Learn moreFrequently asked questions
How often do commercial fire extinguishers need to be serviced?
NFPA 10, the standard most jurisdictions adopt for portable extinguishers, generally calls for a monthly visual inspection (which your own staff can perform), annual maintenance by a qualified technician, and periodic internal maintenance and hydrostatic testing at longer intervals that depend on the extinguisher type. Your local fire authority may adopt a specific edition or add requirements, so we confirm the schedule that applies to your property.
What does the annual inspection include?
A technician verifies each extinguisher is the correct type, properly mounted and accessible, fully charged, and free of damage, corrosion or obstruction. Seals, pins, hoses, nozzles and labels are checked, and the unit is tagged with the service date.
Do you sell and install new extinguishers?
Yes. We supply and install new extinguishers, brackets, cabinets and signage, and we can recommend the right types and placement for your hazards.
What type of extinguisher does a commercial kitchen need?
Kitchens using cooking oils and fats generally need a Class K wet-chemical extinguisher near the cooking line, in addition to the kitchen suppression system and other extinguishers for general hazards. We assess your space and recommend accordingly.
Can my staff do the monthly checks?
Yes. Monthly visual checks are commonly performed by trained staff. We can show your team what to look for and provide a simple checklist. Annual maintenance should be performed by qualified, licensed personnel.
References & standards. Requirements depend on the edition of each standard adopted by your jurisdiction and on local amendments. Confirm requirements with your Authority Having Jurisdiction.
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Get a written quote for fire extinguishers.
Tell us about your property. We’ll confirm scope, scheduling and pricing in writing before any work begins.
- Response from our team — available 24/7
- No corrective work without your approval
- 15% off the first service for new commercial accounts
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