FireLog Editorial Team
Fire Protection Industry Research
The FireLog editorial team produces guides on fire inspection compliance, NFPA standards, sprinkler systems, and fire protection business operations. Our content helps fire protection contractors stay compliant and grow their businesses.
Articles by FireLog Editorial Team (19)
NFPA 80 Fire Door Inspection Requirements: What Changed in 2026
Complete guide to NFPA 80 fire door inspection requirements — annual inspection checklist, common deficiencies, and documentation that satisfies AHJs.
How to Start a Fire Inspection Business in 2026
Step-by-step guide to starting a fire protection inspection company — licensing, certifications, equipment, pricing, and getting your first customers.
Fire Inspection Software ROI: How Much Time and Money You Actually Save
Real-world ROI analysis of switching from paper to digital fire inspection software — time savings, error reduction, and revenue impact per tech per year.
Fire Sprinkler Inspection Frequency: Complete NFPA 25 Schedule Guide
How often must fire sprinklers be inspected? Complete NFPA 25 frequency table for visual, functional, and full-flow tests — weekly through 20-year intervals.
Insurance Requirements for Fire Protection Contractors (2026 Guide)
What insurance do fire protection contractors need? GL, E&O, workers' comp, commercial auto — coverage requirements, typical costs, and how documentation helps.
How to Win More Fire Inspection Contracts (7 Proven Strategies)
Practical strategies fire protection contractors use to win more inspection contracts — from professional reports to recurring revenue models.
NFPA Inspection Deficiency Codes: What They Mean and How to Prioritize
Understanding fire inspection deficiency classifications — critical, non-critical, and advisory — and how to prioritize corrections for NFPA compliance.
How to Prepare for a Fire Inspection Compliance Audit (AHJ & Insurance)
Step-by-step guide to preparing for fire inspection audits from AHJs and insurance carriers — documentation, common findings, and how to pass every time.
Fire Alarm System Types: Conventional vs Addressable vs Analog — A Complete Guide
Compare conventional, addressable, and analog fire alarm systems. Learn how each works, inspection differences, common deficiencies, costs, and upgrade paths.
NFPA 72 Inspection & Testing Frequencies: The Complete Reference Guide
Complete reference for NFPA 72 inspection and testing frequencies by device type. Covers visual inspections, functional testing, and documentation requirements.
Fire Protection for Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities: Inspection Requirements
Fire protection inspection requirements for manufacturing and industrial facilities. Covers special hazards, NFPA 30/652, suppression systems, and insurance expectations.
Fire Sprinkler Hydraulic Calculations: What Inspectors Need to Know
Learn the basics of fire sprinkler hydraulic calculations for inspectors. Covers density/area method, reading hydraulic placards, common deficiencies, and NFPA 13 references.
Fire Protection System Impairments: Tracking, Notification & NFPA 25 Requirements
Complete guide to fire protection system impairments. Covers NFPA 25 Chapter 15 requirements, notification procedures, fire watch, tagging systems, and tracking software.
Fire Inspection Report Writing: Best Practices for Clear, Professional Reports
Best practices for writing fire protection inspection reports. Covers report structure, photo documentation, deficiency descriptions, severity ratings, and delivery standards.
Fire Protection for Assisted Living & Long-Term Care: NFPA 101 Requirements
Fire protection requirements for assisted living and long-term care facilities. Covers NFPA 101, defend-in-place, smoke compartments, sprinklers, CMS surveys, and common deficiencies.
How to Start a Fire Protection Inspection Business: The Complete 2026 Guide
Complete guide to starting a fire protection inspection business in 2026. Covers certifications, licensing, insurance, equipment, pricing, finding customers, and scaling.
Foam Fire Suppression System Inspection: Complete Testing & Maintenance Guide
How to inspect foam fire suppression systems — NFPA 11 requirements, foam concentrate testing, proportioner checks, and discharge testing procedures.
Fire Alarm Device Placement & Spacing: NFPA 72 Quick Reference Guide
Quick reference for fire alarm device placement and spacing per NFPA 72 — smoke detectors, heat detectors, pull stations, notification appliances, and common installation errors to flag during inspection.
Fire Protection System Winterization: Preventing Freeze Damage & Cold Weather Failures
Complete winterization guide for fire protection systems — how to prevent freeze damage to sprinklers, fire pumps, and standpipes, plus inspection checklist for cold weather readiness.