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Fire Alarm Inspection Services

Fire Alarm Inspection Services

Certified Fire Alarm Inspection, Testing & Maintenance

Fire alarm systems play a critical role in life safety by detecting fire conditions early, alerting occupants, and enabling emergency response. Proper inspection and testing are essential to ensure systems function correctly at all times.

Otis Fire Protection provides ASTTBC-certified fire alarm inspection, testing, and maintenance services in accordance with ULC-S536 and the BC Fire Code. If you are searching for fire alarm inspection near me, our licensed fire alarm inspectors deliver thorough inspections accepted by fire departments and insurance providers.

Fire Alarm Testing and Inspection

Fire Alarm System Components We Inspect

Initiating Devices

  • Smoke detectors
  • Heat detectors
  • Beam detectors
  • Manual pull stations
  • Pressure and tamper switches

Notification & Control Devices

  • Horns and bells
  • Strobes and horn/strobes
  • Annunciators
  • Fire alarm control panels

ULC-S536 Fire Alarm Inspection Requirements

Under ULC-S536 and the BC Fire Code, fire alarm systems require routine fire alarm compliance inspection at monthly, semi-annual, and annual fire alarm inspection intervals.

  • Testing of all initiating devices
  • Verification of audible and visual signals
  • Battery and power supply testing
  • Annunciator and panel functionality checks
  • Signal transmission and communicator testing
  • Trouble signal simulation and verification
  • Emergency phone and monitoring checks

Commercial Fire Alarm Inspection

We provide commercial fire alarm inspection services for offices, retail buildings, shopping centres, industrial facilities, and multi-unit residential properties requiring documented compliance.

Types of Properties We Service

  • Residential buildings (low-rise and high-rise)
  • Schools and educational facilities
  • Commercial offices and retail buildings
  • Shopping centres and plazas
  • Industrial and manufacturing facilities
  • Remote and specialized facilities

Serving Vancouver & the Lower Mainland

Fire alarm inspection services are available throughout Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Coquitlam, Delta, and surrounding Lower Mainland communities.

We also provide related fire protection services including fire sprinkler inspection services, emergency lighting inspection services, fire extinguisher inspection services, and backflow preventer inspection services.

Why Choose Otis Fire Protection?

  • ASTTBC-certified and licensed fire alarm inspectors
  • ULC-S536 and BC Fire Code compliant inspections
  • Comprehensive testing of all system components
  • Clear, accurate fire alarm inspection reports
  • Trusted by commercial, industrial, and residential clients

After the Inspection

Upon completion, you will receive detailed fire alarm inspection reports that meet ULC-S536 requirements. One copy is stored at the fire alarm control panel as required, and another is provided to the building owner or manager for records.

Contact us today to schedule monthly, semi-annual, or annual fire alarm inspection services.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should fire alarm systems be inspected?

Fire alarm systems must be inspected monthly, semi-annually, and annually according to ULC-S536 and local bylaws.

Do you service both conventional and addressable fire alarm systems?

Do you offer emergency service?

Will I receive a certified inspection report?