Since 1985, Ottawa Fire Safety has been a trusted partner in the community, providing comprehensive fire retrofit inspections, detailed reports, thorough fire code reviews, and expert fire retrofits for all types of buildings.
Our inspector’s expertise lies in working in residential environments, ensuring that residents’ safety is prioritized while minimizing disruption to their daily lives.
A fire retrofit means making changes or upgrades to an older building to improve its fire safety, so it meets current fire codes and protects people better in case of a fire. As fire safety codes evolve, buildings that were originally constructed under older regulations may not meet the current standards, which can pose risks in the event of a fire emergency.
It's all about ensuring that older buildings are safer and comply with the latest fire safety rules.
This inspection focuses on Section 9.5 and Section 9.6 of the fire code, identifying areas where the residential building's current fire protection systems are outdated, inadequate, or non-compliant with current standards.
With a deep understanding of current fire codes, our inspector is skilled at identifying and addressing gaps in older building systems.
Before purchasing property, it is highly recommended to conduct a fire inspection to ensure compliance with fire safety codes and to safeguard both your investment and the safety of the premises.
If the building's purpose changes (e.g., from residential to commercial, convert a 3 unit building into a 4 unit building), a fire inspection may be required to assess safety measures.
Some insurance policies require periodic fire inspections to maintain coverage or lower premiums.
Our fire retrofit inspection report will provide a comprehensive overview of any fire code deficiencies present in the building.
This detailed assessment serves as valuable information especially for property buyers, looking to ensure that all aspects of fire safety and compliance are thoroughly addressed. Our report will equip you with the critical information needed to make informed decisions and avoid potential legal and safety issues in the future.
Once booked for an inspection, we will meet on site and analyze the building together.
Inspections can be done
quickly - typically within 30 minutes to an hour depending on the building and what's needed.
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