Fire Alarm
Inspection & Service
Early detection is the difference between an incident and a disaster. We provide NFPA 72 compliant testing, sensitivity verification, and 24/7 monitoring solutions.
- Annual NFPA 72 Testing
- Smoke Sensitivity Reporting
- 24/7 Central Station Monitoring
- Panel Upgrades & Retrofits
The Overwatch Advantage
What sets us apart from other service contractors is simple: We go beyond ITM. Managing proprietary alarm codes and complex deficiency reports is a massive burden for facility managers. Overwatch acts as your advocate, auditing your device inventory and ensuring your digital documentation is always "Fire Marshal Ready."
Our oversight aims to exceed expectations. We don't just find problems; we manage the lifecycle of your system to ensure "silent failures" are eliminated before they become liabilities.
Anatomy of an NFPA 72 Test
Verifying primary power supplies and testing backup battery load capacity to ensure system uptime during outages.
Ensuring smoke detectors activate within mandated NFPA entry ranges to prevent delayed detection or false alarms.
Simulating alarm signals to verify sub-60 second Central Station reception and emergency dispatch accuracy.
The "Brain" of the system that monitors all inputs and triggers sirens, strobes, and monitoring signals.
Automatic sensor that detects smoke particles. These must be tested for sensitivity every two years.
Strategically placed lever near exits allowing occupants to manually trigger the fire alarm system.
Audio/visual alerts designed to notify all occupants of an emergency, compliant with ADA standards.
Triggers on high temperatures. Ideal for kitchens or garages where smoke detectors would cause false alarms.
Conventional
Hardware-based systems that divide a building into "Zones." If a detector trips, the panel only knows the general area (e.g., "Zone 1 - First Floor West"), requiring physical searching to find the source.
Addressable
Each device has a unique digital ID. The panel identifies the exact room and specific device in alarm instantly (e.g., "Smoke Detector 42 - Server Room"), significantly reducing response times.
- 100% Device Testing Required Annually
- Sensitivity Verification Every 2 Years
- Distinctive Audibility Requirements
- Operable Condition Mandates
- 100% Inventory Accuracy
- Immediate Deficiency Resolution
- Automatic Dispatch Required
- Dual-Path Communications