Commercial Fire Alarm Systems in Northern California

Your fire alarm is your first line of defense in a fire emergency, so you can’t afford to take any chances. If your fire alarm is inadequate or ineffective, your facility and everybody inside it will be in jeopardy if disaster strikes. That’s why so many property owners and managers who need fire alarm systems in Northern California turn to Foothill Fire Protection. Our team has provided end-to-end fire protection services for three decades, and our fire alarm installation experts are California licensed.

If you need a fire alarm system that won’t let you down and meets or exceeds California code requirements and NFPA 72 standards, call the fire prevention experts at Foothill today.

Fire Alarm Services in Northern California

Our experienced team of fire alarm professionals can develop a system that protects your property and people and fits your budget. Plus, our monitoring professionals will monitor your system 24 hours a day.

Our fire prevention and containment services include:

Design and installation — Our dedicated fire safety design experts create custom fire protection systems for commercial, industrial, and residential applications. Our fire alarm installation technicians make sure every component works flawlessly.
Inspection and testing — California law requires fire alarm systems to be tested at least once a year. Foothill offers comprehensive fire alarm inspection and testing services to keep you in compliance and identify issues that could pose a danger.
Emergency repair services — Foothill understands that you rely on your fire alarm system to protect your people and property. That’s why we have crews standing by to perform fire alarm repairs at any hour of the day or night.
Around the clock monitoring — Our fire alarm monitoring center operates around the clock. It is filled with state-of-the-art monitoring equipment, and our fire alarm experts are always ready to respond in an emergency.

Alarm System Inspection, Testing, and Monitoring Services Provide Peace of Mind

Foothill’s professional fire alarm monitoring services provide peace of mind 24 hours a day, and our testing and safety inspection teams will make sure your system is code-compliant and working properly. Our monitoring professionals will respond immediately if you have an emergency, and our emergency repair teams work around the clock. We always put our clients first and never stop working for them, and that dedication to safety and customer service has made us the most respected fire protection company in Northern California.

A Complete Fire Prevention and Containment Solution

Fire alarm systems are most effective when they are part of a comprehensive building safety plan that also includes detection devices like smoke sensors and suppression measures like fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems.

That’s why Foothill provides a broad range of services and products that protect buildings and people from devastating fires. Our certified technicians are familiar with the latest fire prevention and containment tools and technology, and our design team works tirelessly to integrate all these advances into systems that protect building occupants and prevent fires from spreading.

Our Service Area

Foothill installs, maintains, and monitors fire alarm systems from the tranquil vineyards of Sonoma County to the bustling streets of San Francisco. Our installation and maintenance technicians understand that lives depend on the quality of their work, and we have monitoring professionals on duty around the clock.

Sacramento

Our experienced professionals are available to monitor and maintain fire alarm systems in government buildings close to the State Capitol and retailers in the Arden Fair shopping mall. We also offer fire prevention services to healthcare facilities located along U.S. Route 50 and beyond.

San Francisco

Soaring office towers in San Francisco’s downtown and financial districts, and historic buildings near Golden Gate Park that attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, deserve the best. Our fire protection services keep them safe, along with the city’s schools and colleges.

San Jose

Some of the nation’s largest and most impressive corporate campuses are located in Silicon Valley. Industrial and logistics facilities near Mineta San Jose International Airport and shopping centers, and around Santana Row, also need fire protection services.

Redding and Shasta Lake

The Interstate 5 corridor in Redding and Shasta Lake is home to dozens of schools, manufacturing facilities and hospitals with fire alarm systems that are monitored 24 hours a day. We also inspect them regularly to keep them code compliant.

Santa Rosa and Sonoma County

Many of the vineyards, hotels, and retail outlets in Northern California’s thriving wine country use state-of-the-art fire alarm systems to protect their properties, employees, and visitors.

Chico and Paradise

Foothill’s service area covers college towns like Paradise and Chico. These communities are filled with apartment communities, university housing complexes, and healthcare campuses that all need fire protection.

Trust Foothill to Meet Your Fire Protection Needs

Fire prevention and mitigation measures can protect your property, employees, and visitors, and a working fire alarm is required to meet the strict standards of California building and safety codes. Foothill has been keeping Northern California properties safe for more than 30 years, and our services range from design and installation to maintenance and monitoring. We go above and beyond to meet our clients’ needs.

If you want to enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing experienced and trained professionals are watching over your property, contact our fire protection experts at Foothill today.

Fire Alarm Systems FAQs

Home and business owners who want to protect their properties often have questions about fire alarm systems. Here are the answers to some of the most common ones.

How often do fire alarm systems need inspection?

The fire alarm inspection frequency requirements in California are laid out in the California State Building Code and based on guidelines provided by the National Fire Protection Association’s National Fire and Signaling code, which is often referred to a NFPA 72. Most fire alarm systems in California must be inspected at least once a year, but semiannual or quarterly inspections are required for some components. They include an alarm system’s power supply, its initiating devices, and its control panel.

Can Foothill monitor my fire alarm system 24/7?

Yes — Foothill monitors fire alarms in all parts of California around the clock. Our monitoring service is UL-listed, and our monitoring technicians are all ASFA and NICET-certified. Our technicians and electronic systems monitor fire alarm systems to ensure the fastest emergency response possible.

What types of properties need fire alarm systems?

California fire codes require all commercial, institutional, and industrial properties and multi-family dwellings to be equipped with fire alarm systems that meet NFPA 72 standards. California law also requires smoke alarms to be installed in all residential properties. To help property owners meet these requirements, Foothill designs fire alarm systems for properties including hospitals, schools, and office buildings.

What happens if my fire alarm fails testing?

If a fire alarm system in California fails an inspection, the property owner will receive a report that details the issues that led to the failure and the steps necessary to correct them. Property owners who don’t make the necessary repairs by a specified date can be fined and lose their certificates of occupancy. To prevent this from happening, Foothill technicians can repair malfunctioning alarm systems, replace faulty components, and perform tests to ensure the system meets the required standards.

Can Foothill upgrade outdated alarm systems?

Yes — Foothill can replace or upgrade an older alarm system to bring it up to the standards required by California law. This work often includes replacing outdated parts with code-compliant components, adding wireless features, and installing new control panels and initiation devices. Foothill often performs these services when an alarm system fails an inspection or a property changes hands.

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