Premier Construction Information for Property and Building Owners

Fire sprinkler systems are an integral part of keeping buildings and homes safe from fire. They are designed to act quickly to extinguish a fire before it gets out of control. However, if your fire sprinkler system is not properly maintained, you could be putting yourself and your family at risk. The sprinkler system may break down or get damaged, which can compromise its responsiveness or functionality. In case your fire sprinkler system gets damaged, it's important to schedule repair services as soon as possible to get them fixed and keep your building safe. Here are three signs that suggest that you need to schedule fire sprinkler system repair services:

Noisy Pipes

If you hear the sound of running water in your pipes when the sprinklers aren't on, there's a good chance that you have a leak somewhere in the system. It's important to get this checked out as soon as possible. If it's not repaired in good time, it could lead to a burst pipe or other damage. Hiring a professional repair technician can ensure the cause of the leak is efficiently diagnosed and fixed. It's important to turn off individual sprinklers until the problem is repaired. 

Frozen Sprinklers

In colder climates, you may run into problems with frozen sprinklers. This may not necessarily be an issue with the sprinklers themselves, there could be missing insulation on your water supply pipes. This prevents them from staying above freezing temperatures and thus prevents them from working properly. It's important to get a professional fire extinguisher technician to diagnose and fix the problem because they are familiar with such problems and they know how to best fix them.

Fire Sprinklers Aren't Turning On

If your fire sprinklers aren't turning on when they should be, this is a good indication that something isn't working properly. You can check for leaks by pouring water into one of the pipes and seeing if it comes out somewhere else (such as an upstairs bathroom). If there isn't any water coming out at all, then there could be blockages or other issues with your pipes that need attention ASAP. A professional can accurately diagnose the problem and ensure they are properly fixed to avoid similar issues in case of a fire.

Having functional fire sprinkler systems can offer your home or business defense against fires. If your fire sprinklers are leaking water, are frozen, or have rusty or noisy pipes, it's important to contact a professional immediately to troubleshoot the problem. Contact a reliable fire extinguisher repair company (for instance, FireSolutionsNW) to schedule repair services.