Fire Extinguishers
At Element Fire & Security, we supply, install, and maintain high-quality fire extinguishers to help protect lives, property, and business continuity. From initial risk assessments to ongoing servicing, our certified engineers ensure your extinguishers are always compliant, fully functional, and ready to use in an emergency.
Fire Extinguisher Supply & Installation
We provide a full range of extinguishers — including water, foam, CO₂, dry powder, and wet chemical, to match the specific fire risks in your environment. Our team will install them to British Standards (BS 5306), complete with signage and mounting where required.
Annual Servicing & Inspections
Regular servicing is a legal requirement and essential to ensure your extinguishers will work when needed. We carry out annual checks, pressure tests, refills, and provide clear service records to maintain full compliance.
Commissioning & Certification
Every new extinguisher is commissioned on-site to ensure it’s correctly installed, pressurised, and positioned. We also issue fire extinguisher certificates for your fire safety file and insurance records.
Emergency Call-Outs & Replacements
If you’ve discharged or damaged an extinguisher, we offer quick call-outs for replacement or repair to keep your fire safety measures uninterrupted.
Why Are Fire Alarms Important?
Fire alarms are the first line of defence in protecting lives, property, and businesses. Fire alarms alert people to danger, reducing the risk of injury or fatality by ensuring early evacuation.
Early detection saves lives. A correctly installed and well-maintained fire alarm system provides an immediate warning when smoke, heat, or fire is detected, giving occupants vital time to evacuate safely and emergency services time to respond before the fire spreads.
Types of Fire Extinguishers
At Element Fire & Security, we supply and install the full range of fire extinguishers to suit every risk. Each type is designed to tackle specific fire classes, ensuring maximum safety and effectiveness in an emergency.
Water Extinguishers
Effective on fires involving wood, paper, and other solid materials. Cools the burning material to stop the fire spreading.
Foam Extinguishers
Ideal for use on flammable liquids and solid fires. Forms a blanket over burning liquids to smother flames and prevent re-ignition.
Carbon Dioxide Extinguishers
Designed for electrical fires and flammable liquids. Displaces oxygen to suffocate the fire without leaving any residue.
Dry Powder Extinguishers
Versatile extinguisher suitable for solids, liquids, gases, and electrical fires. Offers fast knockdown but can reduce visibility.
Dry Powder Extinguishers
Specifically made for kitchen fires involving cooking oils and fats. Reacts chemically to cool and smother the fire.
How often do fire extinguishers need to be serviced?
By law, fire extinguishers must be professionally serviced annually (once per year) and visually inspected monthly. This ensures they are safe, pressurised, and fit for use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I legally need fire extinguishers on my premises?
Yes. Most commercial and non-domestic premises in the UK are legally required to have appropriate fire extinguishers under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The type and number will depend on your fire risk assessment.
What happens if an extinguisher is used or damaged?
If an extinguisher is discharged, damaged, or showing a fault, it must be replaced or refilled immediately. We offer quick-response call-outs for refills, servicing, or replacements.
Do fire extinguishers expire?
Yes. Most extinguishers have a lifespan of 5 to 10 years, depending on the type. After this, they should be replaced or undergo extended servicing (such as pressure testing or refurbishment).
