As one of the most unpredictable threats across virtually every industry, fire must be treated as a pressing risk in all circumstances. That’s why, when it comes to fire safety, it’s vital to have a dependable alarm system in place for both commercial and residential properties.
Despite what personal experience might lead you to believe, however, fire alarm systems are often a lot more complex than a simple smoke detector. Here at PEAK Alarm, we provide professional installation of both residential and commercial fire alarm systems. In this article, we’ll be covering some of the vital differences between these kinds of setups.
Residential Fire Alarm Systems
When most people think of smoke alarms, it’s likely the residential variety that comes to mind. This is because, while some of us have experienced a commercial fire alarm system in action, far more of us have heard the smoke detector go off while cooking dinner.
Residential systems, like their commercial counterparts, can be tailored to a location by an installer who knows what they’re doing. Residential systems are designed to protect single-family homes and individual flats with features like smoke detectors, heat sensors, and carbon monoxide detectors placed strategically throughout the property.
When triggered, these systems emit a loud alarm to alert occupants to evacuate based on the detection of fire or gas. Above all, these systems are designed for ease of use and self-service as necessary. Some modern variants even offer connectivity to mobile devices, providing homeowners with valuable information and alerts from any location.
Commercial Fire Alarm Systems
Commercial fire alarm systems, in contrast, are engineered for size. These systems typically protect larger, more complex facilities such as office buildings, retail stores, and factories. With strict codes and regulations to follow, they typically involve more sophisticated components than their residential counterparts.
Commercial alarms frequently comprise a combination of numerous smoke detectors, heat sensors, flame detectors, and sprinkler systems to get the job done. Many modern varieties even feature advanced technologies, such as air sampling systems, which can detect even the earliest hint of smoke particles.
In addition to the loud, blaring alarms that signal for evacuation, commercial systems also tend to include visual cues (like flashing lights) and even automated verbal commands. Most importantly, professionally serviced alarms are frequently under 24/7 monitoring. If an alarm sounds, the fire department is already on its way.
Choosing the Right System for You
Selecting your own alarm system for fire is likely less complicated than it sounds. In fact, it will mostly depend on the local regulations guiding whatever sort of building you need to protect. Family homes, for example, can be expected to have vastly different requirements than restaurants, while structures like apartment and office buildings will have unique safety standards of their own.
Commercial Fire Alarms and More From PEAK Alarm
If you’re not sure where to begin, the experts are ready to help. Here at PEAK Alarm, we treat fire safety like we treat security — doing the job right means customizing our approach. If your home, business, or facility needs reliable fire safety measures, give us a call. We’ll send an expert to evaluate your property and determine the safest course of action for you.
When it comes to fire, preparedness makes all the difference. To protect your property and people with the most proactive approach to fire safety there is, get in touch with the Mountain West’s most trusted name in safety and security. PEAK Alarm is proud to help.
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