No matter the type or size of your building, a sprinkler fire system has its benefits for you and the occupants instead. Whether this is for your own residential home or place of work. Sprinklers have been known to both save lives and damage property.    But, what should you consider before installation? Find out […]

Though at RAD Fire Sprinklers, we advocate the installation of fire sprinkler systems in all buildings, sometimes it is much more complicated. There are certain historic buildings that officials do not want to modify, due to conserving their structure. More commonly, listed buildings also celebrate the history and architectural interest across the UK. However, this […]

Though all buildings, no matter commercial or residential, should be installed with sprinklers, it can be hard to know which fire sprinkler type to use. It all depends on the type of building, what obstructions may be in place and how you want the overall space to look. These can all affect which fire sprinkler […]

Throughout all commercial buildings, it is important to identify potential fire risks and suitable solutions to deal with these problems. There are certain common causes of commercial fires that water sprinklers can easily stop spreading. Find out more here.    How To Prevent Electrical Fires Faulty electrical equipment, which is perhaps one of the most […]

At RAD, we install sprinkler heads in a variety of residential and commercial buildings. Our experts understand where to locate these heads for the best results in the case of a fire. However, there are certain rooms that would benefit more from the inclusion of sprinklers than others. Find out more about which rooms would […]

Throughout the UK, when it comes to residential buildings, the regulations on a mandatory sprinkler system differ depending on the location. It is important that landlords and tenants understand when automatic sprinkler systems need to be retrofitted throughout residential buildings, no matter the size.   Find out when sprinklers are required in residential buildings below.  […]

It is important that the “responsible person” under The Fire Safety Act 2021 ensures that the correct fire safety procedures are in place in case of an emergency. And this includes fire safety in the workplace. The “responsible person” is in charge of not just the customers who may be in your building, but also […]

You might think that water and electricity don’t go together. And though you are right, there are certain exceptions to this rule. Sprinkler systems are put in place to help save lives and suppress property damage by smothering the flames. But, what about in electrical rooms? The value of property in a room like this […]

Fire prevention and protection systems are essential for protecting a building from fire. Some may think they are the same, yet there are key differences that those responsible for a property should be aware of. It is crucial to understand the importance of a prevention and fire protection system and how they work together to […]

Don’t believe everything you see on TV. Especially when it comes to accurate depictions of sprinklers; more importantly, what sets off a fire sprinkler system. Of course, the accuracy of fire sprinklers is typically overlooked, especially in films that already have fictitious and improbable elements (such as superheroes and a talking bear). And mostly, these […]