Sprinkler Maintenance...Where to Begin

6/19/2020 (Permalink)

Having a well-maintained sprinkler system can help to ensure that the sprinklers work in the event of a fire.

The sprinklers in your business in the Dale City, Lake Ridge, Woodbridge, and Lorton areas of Northern Virginia can help to slow or stop the spread of a fire.  Having a well-maintained sprinkler system can help to ensure that the sprinklers work in the event of a fire. However, many business owners and managers don't know where to begin when it comes to sprinkler maintenance.

1. Keep Your Sprinklers Clean

Dirt and dust can build up on your sprinklers over time, making it more likely for the sprinklers to malfunction. In some cases, your sprinklers may accidentally activate if there is an excessive amount of dirt and dust around the sprinklers and smoke detectors. As a result, you may need to contact water damage restoration experts if your building floods. In order to prevent your building's sprinklers from turning on unnecessarily, it can be helpful to frequently clean off any dirt and dust from both the sprinklers and the smoke detectors in your business.

2. Know the Signs of a Leak

If sprinkler maintenance is ignored, a leak can often occur. A leaky sprinkler may sometimes be difficult to notice in basements, attics, and other areas that you may not often frequent. Since you may not always see the results of a leaky sprinkler immediately, it can be helpful to take note of the average cost of your water bills. An unexplained spike in water usage could be an indicator that there is a leaky sprinkler somewhere in your building. 

3. Employ Professionals for Regular Maintenance

Even though there are various steps you can take to keep your sprinklers well-maintained, there are some problems that you may not notice until it's too late. Professionals can perform regular maintenance on your building's sprinkler system to ensure that your sprinklers will function if a fire occurs. Additionally, experts can help to make sure your system doesn’t turn on when it shouldn't.

Sprinkler maintenance is a useful way to ensure your building is prepared for a fire. Keeping your sprinklers clean, knowing the signs of a leak and having professionals perform routine maintenance can help to keep your fire sprinklers working their best.