4 Maintenance Tips for Fire Sprinkler Systems

6/18/2022 (Permalink)

Keep sprinkler heads clean.

Fire Sprinkler System Maintenance

Having a fire sprinkler system installed in your business can be imperative for safety should a flame break out. However, these systems can also malfunction, resulting in unnecessary water damage to the building. To ensure they function properly, routine sprinkler maintenance is key. Here are four tips to maintain the system in your Geneva, IL, property.

1. Keep Sprinkler Heads Clean
For proper function, sprinkler heads should be cleaned regularly. They can collect grease, dust, grime and more material that can obstruct the flow of water if needed. Use a solution aimed at removing grease to clean off any residue.

2. Check Water Pressure in Fire Sprinklers
In the event of a fire, there should be good water pressure within the sprinkler system. Have a fire or plumbing professional check the pressure regularly to make sure there is a good flow of water when needed.

3. Inspect Non-electric Control Valves
Inspecting the system's control valves is a key component of sprinkler maintenance to avoid water accidentally spilling out when no fire occurs. Non-electric valves should ideally be checked weekly to make sure they are open.

4. Perform Routine Inspection of the Entire System
Enlist a fire service professional to inspect the building's entire sprinkler system. This is the best way to ensure the sprinklers will perform properly when there is a fire and won't cause water damage to the building if not. An inspector can check for unseen issues, such as damaged pipes within the system and other concerns that building owners might miss.
Plan an all-system inspection to take place once every year. Neglecting this method of sprinkler maintenance could result in accidental activation and an immense water cleanup project only water damage restoration professionals can handle.
Keep your building's fire sprinkler system maintained by cleaning sprinkler heads, checking water pressure and control valves, plus having an annual inspection of the system.