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Fire Alarm Testing & Monitoring Services in Exeter, Plymouth, Devon & Cornwall

Keeping your fire alarm system fully operational is not just best practice — it’s a legal requirement. At All Points Fire, we provide professional fire alarm testing, inspection, servicing and 24/7 monitoring for businesses across Exeter, Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall.

Whether you manage an office, school, warehouse, retail unit, HMO or industrial site, we ensure your system remains compliant, reliable and ready to respond in an emergency.

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What Is Fire Alarm Testing?

Fire alarm testing involves inspecting and verifying that your system:

  • Detects smoke or heat correctly

  • Activates sounders and visual alarms

  • Communicates with monitoring centres

  • Interfaces with emergency systems

  • Meets British Standards compliance

Regular testing reduces false alarms, prevents system failure and protects occupants.

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Fire Alarm Servicing & Maintenance

We provide routine fire alarm servicing across Devon and Cornwall in line with UK regulations.

Our Maintenance Includes:

✔ Inspection of fire alarm control panels
✔ Testing smoke and heat detectors
✔ Checking manual call points
✔ Sounder and beacon testing
✔ Battery and power supply checks
✔ Logbook updates and compliance certification

Fire Alarm Testing Requirements (UK)

  • Fire alarm systems must comply with standards set by the BSI under BS 5839.

  • Recommended Testing Schedule:

  • Weekly – User test (manual call point rotation)

  • Quarterly or 6-Monthly – Professional inspection (depending on system type)

  • Annually – Full system service

  • Failure to maintain your system can invalidate insurance and breach fire safety legislation.

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24/7 Fire Alarm Monitoring – Exeter & Plymouth

  • Fire alarm monitoring connects your system to an Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC).

  • If your alarm activates:

  • Signal is transmitted immediately

  • Monitoring centre verifies activation

  • Emergency services are notified

  • Keyholders are contacted

  • This is essential for:

  • Vacant buildings

  • Schools

  • Warehouses

  • Commercial properties

  • Multi-site businesses

  • Monitoring reduces response times and protects property outside business hours.

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