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Let’s face it, movies haven’t always favoured accuracy over entertainment or shock value. And this is no exception for the depiction of domestic sprinklers in media forms such as films and TV programmes. It might be funny when Mr Incredible sets off the sprinkler system with smoke, dousing the entire house in water. But, is […]

No matter whether you opt for commercial or domestic sprinkler system installation, they will each provide a reliable, life-saving service. Efficient water sprinkler systems are around 99% effective in properties where they are installed, keeping inhabitants safe and protecting the building from structural and material damage. From residential fire sprinkler systems to commercial variations, all […]

The simple answer is no. No matter what the movies have told us, it is much harder to accidentally set off a fire sprinkler system than you’d think. Most residential sprinkler systems are heat-responsive, designed to activate once a blaze of over 56°C is detected; with the closest sprinkler head releasing the right amount of […]

Although a high-quality sprinkler system is a common sight in commercial properties such as hotels and offices, they aren’t as popular of a choice in domestic and residential dwellings. Although smoke alarms are an essential component of fire safety, residential fire sprinklers are the most effective method of controlling and extinguishing fires. They can save […]

RAD Fire Sprinklers advocates fire safety in all buildings, with the designing and installation a domestic sprinkler system. From care homes to high-rise accommodation, it is important for this procedure to be in place in case of emergencies; to protect you, your family and your home. We are proud to be members of a number […]

The fire safety regulations differ between the nations of the UK. Though Scotland and Wales have made sprinklers mandatory in all new and refurbished schools, in England it is very much different. In 2019, only 15% of new schools have a fire sprinkler system installed and this was when it was “considered necessary”. This figure […]

Making the decision to install a fire sprinkler system into your home or commercial property is the best decision for you and anyone else who occupies the building. They are incredibly effective and work to detect heat from a fire, extinguishing it efficiently. There are various sprinkler heads available, each of which has its own […]

According to Fire First, there are about 37,000 house fires in the UK each year with the majority of incidents occurring between 10 pm and 6 am. With approximately 200 deaths per year, this statistic can easily decrease with the installation of domestic sprinkler systems, which are one of the quickest ways of diminishing a […]

A water sprinkler system is a great choice for all kinds of buildings. Homes, commercial properties and institutions such as schools can all benefit from their life-saving features. A quality sprinkler system activates at the first sign of the heat from a fire, extinguishing the blaze effectively. If you’ve already had a sprinkler system fitted, […]

For everybody’s safety, it is important to install a residential sprinkler system in homes around the UK. They are not only more environmentally friendly, as sprinklers reduce greenhouse gases by 98% (according to a 2021 FM Global report), but sprinkler systems also save countless lives. These systems protect homes and families for years to come […]