Fire Sprinkler Servicing

Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) is quite a popular investment for landlords and property managers across the UK. With high occupancy rates and almost year-round demand, these buildings can offer reliable returns. But they also come with major responsibilities. Fire safety is one of the more important of these. While installing a fire sprinkler system is a major step in the right direction here, it’s only effective when maintained. Regular fire sprinkler testing and fire sprinkler...

Student Accommodation Poses A Greater Fire Risk Than Other Types Student halls need fire sprinklers because they are at a greater risk of fire than other types of accommodation. One reason for this is that PBSAs and HMOs house more people, which increases risk. They also have a higher turnover of people moving in and out. This means people are less likely to be mindful of or invested in other residents' safety. Another factor at play here is the shared kitchens that often come with student...

It’s true to say that fire sprinkler systems are one of the most important safety features that can be included in a building. Whether they are in a residential building, a commercial building, a warehouse, care home, or whatever else, these systems are designed to respond rapidly when a fire breaks out. The goal then, is to protect any people who are in the building, and the property itself. Having a fire system installed is not enough though, despite what some people may believe. Instead,...