Fire Alarm Servicing for Care Homes

At Kings Fire, we provide specialist fire alarm servicing for care homes, residential nursing homes, and assisted living facilities across the Home Counties and London.

Our engineers ensure your fire alarm system is fully compliant with BS 5839-1 and reliable, protecting residents, staff, and visitors. We work around daily care routines to minimise disruption and offer flexible servicing packages for 24/7 residential environments.

📋 What's Included in our Fire Alarm Service for Care Homes

Automatic service reminders
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
Logbook updates
Digital, paperless service reports
On-site adjustments to reduce disruption
Fault log review and system health check
Interface testing with nurse call systems, lifts, and door automation
Detector, sounder, call point, and control panel testing
Full inspection and testing in accordance with BS 5839-1

🏫 Fire Alarm Solutions for Care Homes

We maintain all major fire alarm system types used in care homes:

Conventional fire alarm systems
Addressable fire alarm systems
Wireless residential fire alarm systems
Heat detection in kitchens and plant rooms
Specialist smoke detection in corridors, bedrooms, and communal areas
Interfaces with lifts, doors, and emergency evacuation systems

We also provide remedial works, upgrades, and phased improvement plans, ensuring older systems remain compliant with your fire risk assessment.

Fire alarm testing at Care Homes by Kings Fire

🔥 24/7 Fire Alarm Monitoring with EMCS for Care Homes

Care homes operate around the clock, and resident safety is critical. Kings Fire offers 24/7 monitoring in partnership with EMCS, the UK's largest independent Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC).

This ensures immediate response to any fire alarm activation, giving staff and management peace of mind at all times.

🔄 Weekly Fire Alarm Testing Services for Care Homes

Regular testing is essential to protect residents and staff. Kings Fire provides scheduled testing in line with BS 5839-1, identifying faults promptly and keeping a complete digital record for your fire safety logbook.

💡 Emergency Light Testing

We can carry out emergency lighting testing during the same visit as fire alarm servicing, helping your care home stay compliant and safe.

📧 Digital Reporting & Easy Compliance

Every care home client receives:

Digital fire alarm service certificates
Detailed fault and recommendation reports
Asset lists for all devices and zones
Fully paperless record keeping
Optional customer portal access for multi-site operators

This supports compliance for CQC inspections, audits, and insurer requirements.

👨‍🏫 Why Care Homes Choose Kings Fire

Fast-response call-outs to reduce risk to residents

ISO9001:2015 accredited

Trusted by nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and care operators

Fixed-rate pricing for care homes

Minimal disruption — servicing scheduled around care routines

Experienced engineers for residential and healthcare environments

Care Home call point testing during fire alarm servicing to BS5839 by Kings Fire

📞 Emergency Fire Alarm Call-Out Services

We provide fast response if your system develops a fault:

Same-day emergency visits
Out-of-hours call-outs
Remote diagnostics to resolve minor issues quickly
Phone support to reduce unnecessary disruption

🔍 New Fire Alarm Installations for Care Homes

Before installation, a fire risk assessment is required to determine the correct system category. We then carry out a site survey and provide a tailored quote based on:

Building layout and occupancy
Bedrooms, communal areas, and high-risk areas (kitchens, plant rooms)
Interfaces with lifts, doors, and nurse call systems
Operational risk profile

Care Homes Fire Alarm Servicing FAQs

How often should an Care Home fire alarm be serviced?

Care Home fire alarm systems must be serviced at least every six months according to BS 5839-1, or more frequently where higher risks exist.

Can servicing be scheduled around care routines?

Yes. Our engineers plan visits around resident care routines and staff schedules to minimise disruption.

Will testing disturb residents or staff?

We carry out servicing with minimal disturbance, carefully managing alarms and operational areas during testing.

Can I book emergency lighting testing during the same visit?

Yes. Emergency lighting testing can be completed during the same visit as fire alarm servicing to minimise downtime and streamline compliance.

Do you support multi-site Care Home operators?

Yes. Kings Fire manages fire alarm servicing across multiple care homes or residential facilities.

Do you offer other services for Care Homes?

Yes. We also provide fire extinguisher servicing, emergency lighting, fire risk assessments, and fire alarm monitoring and more for Care Homes.

How do I request a quote for fire alarm servicing?

Contact Kings Fire via our online form or call 01462 337037 to arrange a free site survey and tailored quote.

⭐ Five-Star Service & Long-Term Reliability

5-star rated by commercial clients
Reliable, punctual engineers
Highly qualified engineers with vast experience
No annual price increases

📝 Get a Free Fire Alarm Servicing Quote For Your Care Home Today

Ready to ensure your care home fire alarm system is fully compliant and functioning properly?

Contact us via our online enquiry form
Call our friendly fire safety team for expert advice on 01462 337037
Prefer an in-person consultation? We're happy to offer a free site visit to discuss your fire alarm servicing requirements for your premises.

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Fire Alarm Servicing for Care Homes