Commercial Fire Alarm Testing & Servicing
Pricing: Pricing is based on your fire alarm system type, device numbers, panel configuration and location. Request a quote.
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Fire Alarm Testing and
Servicing with Hawkesworth
- Dedicated Account Manager
- Enhanced DBS-checked engineers
- Calibrated equipment on every visit
- Pass / fail clearly labelled
Hawkesworth provides planned commercial fire alarm testing, servicing and maintenance for commercial and public-sector customers across the UK and Ireland. Our fire alarm maintenance keeps your system reliable and compliant, and before we attend site, we agree the scope, panel and system details, access requirements and your procedures, so testing fits around how your building operates.
On arrival, our engineers sign in, confirm testing arrangements and notify your monitoring centre before placing the system on test where applicable. We inspect the control panel for faults or warnings, check indicators, zone information and power supply, then test devices, including manual call points, smoke and heat detectors, sounders and visual alarms, confirming signals are correctly received at the panel.
Once testing is complete, the system is reset and returned to normal operating condition, and your monitoring centre is informed that work has finished. Any faults or non-compliant equipment identified during the visit are recorded electronically, and relevant site contacts are informed promptly of anything that may affect the system or your fire safety arrangements.
You’ll receive electronic service records and certification appropriate to the work completed, along with dedicated account support and reminders to help you keep your testing programme on track. Whether you manage a single premises or a multi-site estate, we’ll work with you to minimise disruption while keeping your fire alarm system reliable.
Three steps to a compliant site
Prepare
We confirm testing arrangements with your responsible person, notify your monitoring centre and place the system on test mode before any work begins.
Inspect and test
We check the control panel, then test devices such as call points, detectors, sounders and visual alarms, confirming signals are correctly received.
Reset and report
The system is reset and returned to normal operation, your monitoring centre is informed, and any faults are recorded and reported to your site contact.
Why Hawkesworth?
More than a tick-box visit
One-stop service
As one of the UK's trusted fire alarm maintenance companies, with electrical and fire safety services under one roof, Hawkesworth can help you manage your testing, servicing and inspection requirements through a single provider, making compliance simpler to organise.
Minimal disruption
Testing arrangements are agreed with your responsible person and occupants notified in advance, helping to keep your operations running smoothly.
Prompt fault reporting
Any faults or non-compliant equipment are recorded and reported to your site contact promptly, so issues can be addressed quickly.
Programme scheduling and reminders
With dedicated account support, we help plan your testing frequency and send reminders, so your system stays compliant year-round.
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FAQs
Questions, answered
How often should a fire alarm be tested and serviced?
This depends on your system type and the guidance in BS 5839. Many commercial systems are tested weekly by site staff, with periodic servicing carried out by a competent engineer. We’ll agree a suitable programme for your premises.
What parts of the system are tested?
Testing typically covers the control panel, power supply, manual call points, detectors, sounders and visual alarms, confirming that signals are correctly received and the system operates as expected.
Will the alarm sound during testing?
Yes, testing usually involves activating alarms briefly to confirm they’re working. We notify your monitoring centre beforehand and agree timing with you to help manage any disruption.
What happens if a fault is identified?
Any fault is recorded and your site contact is informed promptly, so you can decide on next steps. We can quote for and carry out remedial work where needed.
Keep your workplace
safe and compliant
Tell us about your fire alarm system, site and testing requirements, and we’ll build a programme that keeps your system compliant.