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Save yourself some headaches. Talk to an expert that knows the compliance codes.

Dan Freitag • June 28, 2022

Be informed so you can meet your budget and avoid costly mistakes!

Fire extinguishers are a critical part of keeping your community safe, but they're not all created equal. If you're considering buying fire extinguishers for your apartment community, keep these facts in mind:


Not all fire extinguishers are equal.


1A:10B:C fire extinguishers may not meet the code for your building or community. 


Apartment communities have to meet certain standards when it comes to fire safety equipment — namely, those required by NFPA, state, and county regulatory bodies.


Talk to a fire expert today to make sure you are in compliance and have the equipment you need incase of a fire.

Contact A to Z Fire today to learn more about our service programs and product sales. We've made it our mission for the past 25 years to protect people, property, and profits by supplying property mangers with the best in fire protection equipment and services.

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