Residential Fire Protection

Flashover Chart


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United States Fire Protection protects thousands of single-family houses, townhomes and low-rise condominiums. Since 1988, USFP recognized that the residential construction process differs significantly from commercial. To better meet the need, a new division of specialized employees was created and continues to thrive today.

Residential fire sprinkler systems are simple by design; however putting them into stick-built homes requires experience and judgment. Our team works collaboratively with the builder and the municipality to find innovative solutions to the unique challenges that frequently arise during construction.

All home builders benefit from our competence and reliability. Prompt shop drawings and permits, timely field mobilization and trouble-free inspections are how we deliver extra value. You can confidently focus on your customers.

Today new homes are built with many safety enhancements, yet the need for residential fire protection has never been greater. Even if a home's construction could be deemed 100 percent noncombustible, the typical contents brought inside represents sufficient fuel to achieve deadly flashover in just minutes (see Flashover Chart). The prevalence of synthetic materials in these items produces a far more toxic byproduct than in the past.

Homeowners with residential sprinklers can rely on United States Fire Protection for prompt inspections, testing and maintenance of their systems.

For suggested pipe insulation techniques, click here. Note: these details are provided solely for our customer's reference in the absence of advice from the insulation contractor; USFP does not perform nor inspect this work.

To schedule an appointment or request a quotation:

Greater Chicago, northern Illinois and northwest Indiana:
Contact: Jamie Reap: (847) 816.0050

Greater Milwaukee, Greater Madison and Wisconsin:
Contact: Rob Hassler: (262) 782.3311

Residential Fact & Fiction

Projects

List of Large Single-Family and Town Home Projects