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June 11, 2025

If you own or manage a commercial property in New York City, you’ve likely heard the terms “fire alarm monitoring” and “fire alarm testing.” These two services are both essential for fire protection and code compliance — but they’re not the same thing.

May 27, 2025

Your fire alarm monitoring system is one of your building’s most critical lines of defense. It protects your property, staff, and customers by ensuring that any sign of fire triggers an immediate response — often before flames or smoke become life-threatening. But like any system, fire alarm monitoring technology can become outdated or less effective over time.

December 20, 2024

Commercial buildings have unique fire safety requirements to protect property, employees, and customers. One critical component of fire safety is fire alarm monitoring. But when is monitoring required, and what benefits does it provide? Here’s what you need to know.

December 20, 2024

Ensuring the safety of your building and its occupants is not just a responsibility—it’s the law. In 2012, the FDNY adopted the National Fire Protection Association’s Standard #25 (NFPA 25), which establishes the requirements for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems.

September 10, 2024

As cities grow and evolve, so too must the measures we take to ensure the safety and security of their residents and businesses.

July 26, 2024

Receiving a summons of non-compliance can be a stressful experience, but it’s important to act quickly to address the issue. Here's a step-by-step guide on what to do next:

June 01, 2023

As a building owner or manager, one of your most important responsibilities is ensuring the safety of your occupants. This includes installing and maintaining a reliable fire sprinkler system.

May 30, 2023

Fire is among the most dangerous hazards in any building, especially in high-rise buildings. In New York City, a high-rise building is any structure over 75 feet or six stories tall.

May 26, 2023

Fire sprinkler systems in commercial buildings are essential for preventing property damage and loss of life in the event of a fire. But when these life-saving systems are not maintained properly and regularly, they can become ineffective.