Fire extinguishers in York
Looking for fire extinguisher supply and servicing in York? Salts Fire and Security designs, installs and maintains fire extinguisher systems for businesses and homes across York and Acomb, Fulford, Haxby. We travel to York for installations and planned maintenance contracts.
Our fire extinguisher services in York
- Supply and installation of the right extinguishers for each risk
- Annual servicing and extended servicing
- Fire blankets, signage and stands
- Replacement after use or damage
Every system is designed and installed to BS 5306-3 and BS EN 3.
Fire extinguishers for York buildings
York has a very high number of listed buildings and a large hotel, guest house and tourism sector. Fire systems in historic buildings need careful design to protect both people and fabric.
In historic buildings we choose extinguisher types that put out a fire with as little damage as possible. For pubs, restaurants and hotels we fit wet chemical extinguishers in kitchens and suitable types in bars and bedrooms. For schools we equip classrooms, labs, kitchens and workshops and service them outside term time where possible.
Why choose Salts in York
- All work carried out by our own engineers, from our office in Baildon
- Over 30 years of experience in the fire and security industry
- BAFE and SSAIB registered, and a CHAS accredited contractor
- Paxton Gold Partner, Kentec Installation Partner and Hanwha STEP Silver partner
- Free site survey and a written quote before any work starts
Fire extinguisher servicing in York
Portable fire extinguishers should be serviced every year to BS 5306-3, with extended services and refills at the intervals the standard sets. We service extinguishers across York and record every unit.
- Water, foam, CO2, dry powder and wet chemical extinguishers matched to each risk
- Fire blankets for kitchens and staff rooms
- Commissioning on delivery and annual servicing
- Signs and stands so extinguishers are easy to find
- Replacement of damaged or condemned units
Choosing the right extinguishers
Offices usually need water or foam with CO2 near electrical equipment. Kitchens need wet chemical extinguishers and fire blankets. Workshops and industrial units in York may need powder or specialist extinguishers. Your fire risk assessment sets the number and type, and we can advise on site.
One visit for everything
We travel to York for installations and planned maintenance, grouping visits by area to keep costs down. We can service extinguishers on the same visit as your fire alarm and emergency lighting, with one set of paperwork.
Who we work with in York
York has a very high number of listed buildings and a large hotel, guest house and tourism sector. Fire systems in historic buildings need careful design to protect both people and fabric.
- Listed and heritage buildings
- Hotels, pubs and restaurants
- Schools, academies and colleges
- Shops and town-centre businesses
Areas around York we cover
We cover York across YO1 and surrounding YO districts, including Acomb, Fulford, Haxby, Clifton and Heslington. Nearby, we also provide fire extinguisher services in Harrogate, Leeds, Wakefield, Otley and Skipton.
Which fire extinguishers do you need?
Every UK extinguisher has a red body with a coloured band showing its type. Your fire risk assessment sets which types you need and where.
| Type | Band colour | Use on | Typical location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water | Red | Paper, wood, textiles (Class A) | Offices, corridors, shops |
| Foam | Cream | Class A and flammable liquids (Class B) | Offices, workshops, garages |
| CO2 | Black | Electrical equipment and Class B | Server rooms, offices, plant rooms |
| Dry powder | Blue | Classes A, B and C (gases) | Outdoors, forecourts, plant. Not for small enclosed rooms |
| Wet chemical | Yellow | Cooking oils and fats (Class F) | Commercial kitchens, takeaways, staff kitchens |
Wet chemical fire extinguishers in York
York’s restaurants, cafés and takeaways need a wet chemical extinguisher and a fire blanket wherever there is a deep fat fryer, because water on burning oil causes a violent flare-up. We supply, commission and service them, with annual servicing to BS 5306-3.
CO2 fire extinguishers in York
CO2 extinguishers are the standard choice wherever there is electrical equipment, because they leave no residue. We supply and service CO2 extinguishers for York offices, shops and plant rooms, and refill or replace them after use. We plan York visits in advance and group nearby jobs together, so you get a fixed price with no surprise travel costs.
Frequently asked questions
How often do fire extinguishers need servicing?
BS 5306-3 recommends a basic service every year by a competent person, plus monthly visual checks by the responsible person.
Which extinguisher do I need?
It depends on what could burn. Most premises need water or foam plus CO2 near electrical equipment, and kitchens need wet chemical. We advise on site.
Do you provide fire extinguisher services in Acomb and Fulford?
Yes. Alongside York, we cover Acomb, Fulford, Haxby, Clifton, Heslington and the wider YO1 and surrounding YO districts area.