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Fire Detection & Alarms

Fire Alarm Systems

Life-saving detection designed, installed, and maintained to BS 5839 β€” protecting people, property, and your legal obligations with systems you can trust.

Early Detection Saves Lives

Professional Fire Alarms, Built Around Your Building

From a single retail unit to multi-floor commercial estates, SAFECORE designs fire detection that matches your risk profile, layout, and budget β€” with full compliance documentation on every handover.

Free site surveys and clear, no-obligation advice
BS 5839-compliant design and installation
Conventional, addressable & wireless options
Commissioning, certification and staff training
Planned maintenance and rapid fault call-outs
Fire alarm control panel and detection system installation
BS 5839 Design Β· Install Β· Maintain

Compliant fire detection you can rely on

BS 5839

Full compliance focus

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System types available

24/7

Emergency support options

100%

Certified handovers

Choose the Right System

Fire Alarm Systems We Install

Every building is different. We recommend the system that gives you the right level of detection, control, and cost of ownership β€” never a one-size-fits-all package.

Zones

Conventional Systems

Proven, cost-effective detection for smaller premises. Devices are wired in zones so the panel identifies which area of the building is in alarm.

  • Ideal for small shops & offices
  • Clear zone-based indication
  • Straightforward operation
  • Competitive install cost
Popular

Addressable Systems

Each detector and call point has a unique address. The panel pinpoints the exact device in alarm β€” perfect for larger or multi-floor buildings.

  • Device-level identification
  • Faster emergency response
  • Advanced cause & effect
  • Scalable multi-loop designs
Flexible

Wireless Systems

Battery-powered radio devices with minimal cabling. Ideal for heritage buildings, listed properties, rapid upgrades, and sites where disruption must be limited.

  • Minimal fabric disruption
  • Heritage & listed friendly
  • Fast installation timelines
  • Expandable coverage

End-to-End Service

Everything Covered, From Survey to Servicing

SAFECORE manages the full lifecycle of your fire alarm system so you stay protected and compliant without juggling multiple suppliers.

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Design & Risk Review

We assess building layout, occupancy, escape routes, and fire risk to specify the right category of system and device placement.

Supply & Installation

Quality panels, detectors, sounders, and call points installed by experienced engineers with minimal disruption to your operations.

Commissioning & Testing

Full system testing, cause-and-effect verification, and commissioning so every device performs exactly as designed.

Training & Handover

Clear user training, operating instructions, zone charts, and certification so your team is confident from day one.

Interfaces & Integration

Link to AOV smoke vents, access control release, plant shutdown, and monitoring centres where your risk assessment requires it.

Upgrades & Extensions

Modernise legacy panels, add new zones or loops, and expand coverage as your premises grow or change use.

Detection Technology

The Right Devices in the Right Places

Accurate detection reduces false alarms and speeds evacuation. We select and site devices based on the environment, not guesswork.

Smoke Detectors

Optical and multi-sensor heads for offices, corridors, bedrooms, and general accommodation areas.

Heat Detectors

Fixed-temperature and rate-of-rise devices for kitchens, plant rooms, and dusty environments.

Manual Call Points

Break-glass or resettable call points on escape routes for immediate manual alarm activation.

Sounders & VADs

Audible sounders and visual alarm devices to alert occupants, including areas with high noise or hearing-impaired users.

Beam & Aspirating

Long-range beam detectors and aspirating systems for warehouses, atriums, and high-ceiling spaces.

Control Panels

Clear, user-friendly panels with zone or device indication, battery backup, and event logging.

How It Works

A Clear Path From Enquiry to Protection

No jargon, no surprises β€” just a structured process that gets the right system installed and certified with minimal disruption.

  1. 01

    Site Survey

    Free visit to assess risks, layout, and compliance needs.

  2. 02

    Proposal

    Itemised quotation with system type and design recommendations.

  3. 03

    Installation

    Professional install with phased work where needed.

  4. 04

    Commission

    Full testing, training, and BS 5839 documentation.

  5. 05

    Maintain

    Scheduled servicing and priority emergency support.

Legal & Standards

Built for BS 5839 & the Fire Safety Order

As a responsible person, you must take reasonable steps to keep people safe. A correctly designed and maintained fire alarm system is central to that duty.

We design and install systems in line with BS 5839-1 for non-domestic premises and BS 5839-6 for domestic dwellings and HMOs β€” selecting the appropriate system category for your building.

On completion you receive commissioning records, certificates, zone charts, and guidance that supports your fire risk assessment and insurance requirements.

BS 5839-1

Commercial & industrial fire detection

BS 5839-6

Domestic dwellings & HMOs

RRFSO 2005

Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order

EN 54

Components & product standards

Where We Work

Fire Alarms for Every Environment

Whether you manage a home, a high-street unit, or a multi-site estate, we tailor detection to how your building is used.

Offices & Commercial

Multi-floor addressable systems with phased evacuation options.

Retail & Hospitality

Discreet detection that protects staff, customers, and stock.

Industrial & Warehouses

Beam, heat, and aspirating detection for large open spaces.

Education

Compliant systems for schools, colleges, and halls of residence.

Healthcare & Care

Sensitive environments with clear staff indication and interfaces.

Residential & HMOs

BS 5839-6 grade systems for homes, flats, and shared housing.

Ongoing Care

Keep Your System Compliant Year After Year

Fire alarms need regular testing and professional servicing. Our maintenance packages keep logbooks up to date, catch faults early, and give you priority response when something goes wrong.

  • Periodic engineer inspections & testing
  • Compliance logbooks maintained
  • Fault diagnosis and remedial quotes
  • Priority call-out for contract clients

Why SAFECORE

Trusted Fire Protection Specialists

Part of IT Data and Security Limited, we bring technical rigour, clear communication, and reliable aftercare to every fire alarm project.

Qualified Engineers

Experienced installers and commissioning technicians.

Full Documentation

Certificates, charts, and handover packs as standard.

Fast Response

Rapid support to restore protection quickly.

Integrated Solutions

Fire alarms linked with CCTV, access & AOVs.

Common Questions

Fire Alarm FAQs

Straight answers to the questions we hear most often from building managers and business owners.

Do I legally need a fire alarm system?

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsible person must ensure suitable fire detection and warning. The exact system category depends on your fire risk assessment, building use, and occupancy.

What is the difference between conventional and addressable?

Conventional systems report by zone (an area of the building). Addressable systems identify the exact device in alarm, which speeds response and is usually preferred for larger or more complex premises.

How often should fire alarms be serviced?

BS 5839 recommends planned inspection and testing by a competent person at suitable intervals β€” typically every six months for many non-domestic systems β€” plus regular user checks. We tailor maintenance to your system and risk profile.

Can you upgrade an existing system?

Yes. We assess your current panel, cabling, and devices, then recommend a cost-effective upgrade path β€” from panel replacement to full system redesign β€” with minimal downtime where possible.

Do you cover Sussex and the wider UK?

Yes. We work from Sussex across the UK for new installations, upgrades, and maintenance contracts. Contact us with your postcode for availability and lead times.

Complete Protection

Pair Your Fire Alarm With Related Services

Many clients combine fire detection with emergency lighting, extinguishers, and AOV smoke control for full life-safety coverage.

Ready to Get Protected?

Book a Free Fire Alarm Site Survey

Speak to SAFECORE for expert advice, a free survey, and a clear no-obligation quotation for design, installation, or maintenance.

Ready to Get Protected?

Get a Free Quote on Any Service

Fire alarms, CCTV, access control, and more β€” contact SAFECORE today for expert advice and a no-obligation quotation.