Nolan Terry
Founder & CEO
Nolan Terry is the founder of FireLog and CEO of Nolan Ventures, building inspection management software for fire protection contractors. He created FireLog to replace paper-based NFPA inspection workflows that cost fire protection companies time, money, and compliance headaches.
Articles by Nolan Terry (88)
Best Fire Inspection Software in 2026 (Compared)
We compared the top fire inspection tools for small to mid-size fire protection companies — pricing, features, and what real inspectors say.
NFPA 10 Fire Extinguisher Inspection Checklist (2026 Complete Guide)
The complete NFPA 10 fire extinguisher inspection checklist — what to check, how often, and documentation requirements.
Fire Inspection Report Template (Free + Professional)
What every fire inspection report needs to include — NFPA requirements, formatting, and how to generate professional reports.
How to Get More Fire Inspection Customers (Without Cold Calling)
Marketing strategies for fire protection companies — Google Business, referrals, building manager relationships, and digital presence.
NFPA 25 Sprinkler Inspection Guide: What to Check & How Often
Complete guide to NFPA 25 sprinkler system inspections — frequency, checklist, common deficiencies, and documentation requirements.
NFPA 25 2026 Edition: Key Changes Fire Protection Contractors Need to Know
Breaking down the most important updates in the NFPA 25 2026 edition — new inspection frequencies, documentation requirements, and what changes for your business.
NFPA 72 Fire Alarm Inspection Checklist: Complete 2026 Guide
The complete NFPA 72 fire alarm system inspection checklist — initiating devices, notification appliances, control panels, and documentation requirements.
Fire Inspection Pricing Guide: What to Charge in 2026
How to price fire extinguisher, sprinkler, alarm, and fire door inspections — per-device vs flat rate, competitive positioning, and profit margins.
NFPA 96 Kitchen Hood Suppression Inspection: Complete Checklist & Requirements
Complete guide to NFPA 96 kitchen hood suppression system inspections — semi-annual inspection checklist, cleaning frequency, common deficiencies, and documentation.
Fire Watch Requirements: What to Do When Fire Protection Systems Are Down
Complete guide to fire watch requirements — when it's required, who can serve, documentation, AHJ notification, and how to manage impairments professionally.
Standpipe Inspection Requirements: NFPA 25 Guide for Fire Protection Contractors
Complete guide to standpipe system inspections under NFPA 25 — Class I, II, and III systems, inspection frequency, flow tests, and documentation requirements.
Fire Damper Inspection Requirements: NFPA 80 & IBC Guide for Contractors
Complete guide to fire and smoke damper inspections — frequency, testing procedures, common deficiencies, and the growing demand for qualified inspectors.
Clean Agent Fire Suppression System Inspection: NFPA 2001 Guide
Complete guide to clean agent suppression system inspections — FM-200, Novec 1230, and inert gas systems for data centers, server rooms, and critical facilities.
Warehouse Fire Protection Requirements: NFPA Compliance Guide for High-Piled Storage
Fire protection requirements for warehouses and distribution centers — NFPA 13 sprinkler design, high-piled storage rules, commodity classification, and inspection needs.
Emergency Exit Lighting Inspection Requirements: NFPA 101 & IBC Compliance Guide
Complete guide to emergency and exit lighting inspections — testing frequency, checklist, battery backup requirements, and how to add this service to your business.
Fire Protection Technician Training & Certification Guide (NICET, ICC, State)
Complete guide to fire protection technician certifications — NICET levels I-IV, ICC Fire Inspector, state licenses, and building a certification path for your team.
Fire Inspection Costs in Houston, TX (2026 Pricing Guide)
What fire inspections cost in Houston — extinguisher, sprinkler, alarm, and fire door inspection pricing for building owners and property managers in the Houston metro.
Fire Inspection Costs in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (2026 Pricing Guide)
What fire inspections cost in Dallas-Fort Worth — sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, and fire door inspection pricing for the DFW metroplex.
Fire Inspection Costs in Phoenix, AZ (2026 Pricing Guide)
What fire inspections cost in Phoenix — sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, and fire door inspection pricing for the Phoenix metro and Valley of the Sun.
Fire Inspection Costs in Atlanta, GA (2026 Pricing Guide)
What fire inspections cost in Atlanta — sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, and fire door inspection pricing for the metro Atlanta area.
Fire Inspection Costs in Tampa, FL (2026 Pricing Guide)
What fire inspections cost in Tampa — sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, and fire door inspection pricing for the Tampa Bay metro area.
Fire Inspection Costs in Denver, CO (2026 Pricing Guide)
What fire inspections cost in Denver — sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, and fire door inspection pricing for the Denver metro and Front Range.
Fire Inspection Costs in Charlotte, NC (2026 Pricing Guide)
What fire inspections cost in Charlotte — sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, and fire door inspection pricing for the Charlotte metro area.
Fire Inspection Costs in Nashville, TN (2026 Pricing Guide)
What fire inspections cost in Nashville — sprinkler, alarm, extinguisher, and fire door inspection pricing for the Nashville metro area.
Fire Pump Inspection & Testing: Complete NFPA 20 & NFPA 25 Guide (2026)
Complete fire pump inspection and testing guide covering NFPA 20, NFPA 25 Chapter 8, weekly/monthly/annual/5-year requirements, flow testing, and documentation.
Backflow Preventer Testing for Fire Protection Systems: Requirements, Procedures & Documentation
Complete guide to backflow preventer testing for fire sprinkler systems — annual testing requirements, test procedures, common failures, and documentation best practices.
Fire Alarm False Alarm Reduction: Causes, Fixes & NFPA 72 Compliance (2026)
How to identify and reduce fire alarm false alarms — common causes, detector selection, maintenance strategies, and NFPA 72 requirements for false alarm management.
Commercial Kitchen Hood Suppression System Inspection: Ansul, Wet Chemical & NFPA 17A Guide
Complete inspection guide for commercial kitchen hood fire suppression systems — Ansul R-102, wet chemical systems, NFPA 17A requirements, semi-annual testing, and documentation.
Healthcare Facility Fire Inspection: NFPA 99, Joint Commission & CMS Requirements (2026 Guide)
Complete guide to fire protection inspection requirements for healthcare facilities — NFPA 99, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, Joint Commission standards, CMS Conditions of Participation, and documentation.
High-Rise Fire Safety Systems Inspection: Standpipes, Stairwell Pressurization, Elevators & Smoke Control
Complete inspection guide for high-rise building fire safety systems — standpipe testing, stairwell pressurization, elevator recall, smoke control systems, and NFPA/IBC requirements.
Fire Protection System Impairment Management: NFPA 25 Chapter 15 & Fire Watch Requirements
Complete guide to fire protection system impairment management — NFPA 25 Chapter 15, impairment coordinator duties, fire watch procedures, notification requirements, and documentation.
Fire Inspection Route Planning & Scheduling: How to Run More Inspections Per Day
Practical guide to optimizing fire inspection scheduling and route planning — geographic clustering, tech utilization, seasonal planning, and scaling your fire protection business.
Fire Sprinkler Antifreeze Systems: NFPA 25 Requirements, Testing & the 2022 Phase-Out Update
Complete guide to fire sprinkler antifreeze systems — NFPA 25 testing requirements, concentration limits, the propylene glycol mandate, annual sampling, and conversion options.
Fire Sprinkler System Types Explained: Wet, Dry, Pre-Action & Deluge
Complete guide to the four types of fire sprinkler systems — how wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems work, where they're used, and inspection differences.
Fire Alarm Monitoring Requirements: Central Station vs. Proprietary vs. Remote
Understanding fire alarm monitoring types — UL-listed central station, proprietary, and remote monitoring. Requirements, costs, and what building codes mandate.
Multi-Tenant Building Fire Inspections: Who's Responsible? (Landlord vs. Tenant Guide)
Who pays for fire inspections in multi-tenant buildings? Lease obligations, common area vs tenant space, and how fire protection contractors should navigate shared buildings.
How to Write Fire Protection Inspection Proposals That Win (Template + Tips)
Step-by-step guide to writing winning fire inspection proposals — what to include, how to price, common mistakes, and a template structure that closes deals.
NFPA 13 vs NFPA 25: Understanding Installation vs. Maintenance Standards
The difference between NFPA 13 and NFPA 25 explained — when each standard applies, why it matters for inspections, and how they work together for sprinkler compliance.
Fire Inspection Scheduling: How to Manage Routes, Recurring Visits & Technician Capacity
Practical guide to scheduling fire inspections efficiently — route optimization, recurring visit management, tech capacity planning, and reducing windshield time.
Fire Protection for Schools & Educational Facilities: Inspection Requirements Guide
Complete guide to fire protection inspection requirements for K-12 schools, universities, and educational facilities — codes, frequency, unique challenges, and contract opportunities.
When to Replace Fire Sprinkler Heads: NFPA 25 Requirements & Best Practices
Complete guide to fire sprinkler head replacement — when NFPA 25 requires it, lab testing requirements, common replacement triggers, and field replacement procedures.
Fire Protection for Hotels & Hospitality: NFPA Compliance Guide
Complete guide to fire protection requirements for hotels, motels, and hospitality properties — NFPA 101 occupancy rules, inspection requirements, and revenue opportunities.
Retrofit Fire Sprinkler Systems for Older Buildings: Requirements, Costs & Opportunities
Guide to fire sprinkler retrofit requirements for existing buildings — when retrofits are mandated, cost factors, installation challenges, and the inspection opportunity.
Fire Extinguisher Types & Selection Guide: ABC, K, CO2, Water & More
Complete guide to fire extinguisher types and classes — how to select the right extinguisher for each hazard, NFPA 10 requirements, and common mistakes.
Fire Protection for Data Centers & Server Rooms: Systems, Inspections & Revenue
Complete guide to fire protection in data centers — clean agent suppression, VESDA detection, raised floor considerations, and the booming inspection opportunity.
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Basics Every Fire Protection Contractor Should Know
Practical guide to NFPA 101 for fire protection contractors — occupancy classifications, means of egress, fire protection requirements, and how it affects your inspections.
Fire Sprinkler Freeze Protection: Preventing Cold Weather System Failures
How to protect fire sprinkler systems from freezing — dry systems, antifreeze, heat trace, insulation, and cold-weather inspection best practices.
Fire Protection for Churches & Places of Worship: Requirements & Inspection Guide
Fire protection requirements for churches, synagogues, mosques, and other places of worship — occupancy classification, system requirements, and unique challenges.
Customer Retention Strategies for Fire Protection Contractors: Keep Every Client
How fire protection contractors retain inspection clients — renewal automation, professional reporting, value-add services, and relationship management tactics.
Fire Sprinkler Corrosion & MIC: Identifying Pipe Degradation Before System Failure
How to identify and manage fire sprinkler pipe corrosion and microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) — causes, inspection methods, NFPA 25 requirements, and remediation.
Fire Protection Requirements for Self-Storage Facilities: NFPA Compliance Guide
Fire protection requirements for self-storage buildings — sprinkler systems, fire alarm requirements, occupancy classification, and inspection needs for this growing market.
Fire Protection for Parking Garages: Sprinkler, Standpipe & Alarm Requirements
Fire protection requirements for parking garages and parking structures — sprinkler systems, standpipe requirements, ventilation, and inspection needs by garage type.
Fire Extinguisher Placement Requirements: NFPA 10 Location & Mounting Guide
Where to place fire extinguishers per NFPA 10 — travel distance rules, mounting height, hazard classification, and the most common placement violations inspectors find.
Pre-Incident Planning for Fire Protection Contractors: Adding Value Beyond Inspections
How fire protection contractors can offer pre-incident planning services — building system documentation, FD coordination, and a high-value add-on to inspection contracts.
Fire Protection for Mixed-Use Buildings: Residential Over Commercial Compliance Guide
Fire protection requirements for mixed-use buildings — residential over retail/restaurant, fire separation, shared systems, inspection responsibilities, and common issues.
Annual Fire Protection Budget Planning for Building Owners (2026 Guide)
How building owners and property managers should budget for fire protection — inspection costs, system maintenance, common repairs, and multi-year capital planning.
Fire Protection System Commissioning: Acceptance Testing & Handoff Guide
Complete guide to fire protection system commissioning — acceptance testing procedures, required documentation, contractor-to-owner handoff, and starting the ITM cycle right.
Fire Sprinkler Obstruction Investigation: NFPA 25 Chapter 14 Guide
Complete guide to fire sprinkler obstruction investigation per NFPA 25 Chapter 14 — when to investigate, what to look for, and how to document findings.
Fire Alarm Voice Notification Systems: NFPA 72 Inspection & Testing Guide
How to inspect and test fire alarm voice notification/evacuation systems per NFPA 72 — speaker placement, intelligibility testing, and common deficiencies.
Fire Protection for Restaurants & Commercial Kitchens: Complete Inspection Guide
Everything fire protection contractors need to know about restaurant and commercial kitchen fire suppression — hood systems, Ansul inspections, NFPA 96 compliance, and growing this service line.
Fire Sprinkler Water Flow Testing: Procedures, Equipment & NFPA 25 Requirements
Complete guide to fire sprinkler water flow testing — main drain tests, inspector's test procedures, flow switch testing, and how to interpret results per NFPA 25.
Fire Protection for Industrial Facilities: OSHA & NFPA Compliance Guide
Complete guide to fire protection requirements for industrial facilities — OSHA 1910 Subpart L, NFPA codes, inspection requirements, and how to build an industrial fire protection service line.
5-Year Internal Pipe Inspection: NFPA 25 Requirements & Revenue Guide
Everything you need to know about the NFPA 25 five-year internal pipe inspection — what's required, how to perform it, documentation standards, and how to turn it into a high-revenue service line.
Dry Pipe Sprinkler System Inspection & Maintenance: Complete NFPA 25 Guide
Complete guide to dry pipe sprinkler system inspection and maintenance — NFPA 25 schedules, full trip tests, common problems, nitrogen inerting, and pricing.
Fire Department Connection (FDC) Inspection Guide: NFPA 25 Requirements
Complete FDC inspection guide — NFPA 25 requirements, common deficiencies, inspection checklist, FDC types, and working with fire departments.
Fire Protection for High-Piled Storage & Rack Systems: Inspection Guide
Complete guide to fire protection for high-piled storage — commodity classification, in-rack sprinklers, flue space requirements, ESFR sprinklers, and inspection checklist.
Smoke Control System Inspection & Testing: NFPA 92 Guide
Complete guide to smoke control system inspection and testing — stairwell pressurization, atrium exhaust, NFPA 92 requirements, annual test procedures, and pricing.
NFPA 110 Emergency Generator Inspection Guide for Fire Protection Contractors
Complete NFPA 110 emergency generator inspection guide — system classifications, testing schedules, inspection checklists, fuel calculations, and how to add generator inspections to your services.
Fire Protection for Historic Buildings & Adaptive Reuse Projects
Guide to fire protection in historic buildings — code compliance approaches, concealed sprinklers, wireless fire alarms, working with preservation boards, and inspection considerations.
Fire Protection for Laboratories & Cleanrooms: NFPA 45, 318 & Beyond
Complete guide to fire protection for laboratories and cleanrooms — NFPA 45, NFPA 318, chemical hazards, sprinkler design, clean agents, and inspection checklist.
Fire Sprinkler Occupancy & Hazard Classification Guide (NFPA 13)
Complete NFPA 13 occupancy and hazard classification guide — Light Hazard through Extra Hazard, design densities, water demand, occupancy changes, and inspector quick reference.
Deluge Sprinkler System Inspection & Maintenance Guide (NFPA 25)
Complete guide to deluge fire sprinkler system inspection requirements under NFPA 25 — valve testing, strainer maintenance, trip testing, and common deficiencies inspectors find.
Fire Protection for EV Charging Stations & Parking Structures (2026 Guide)
Fire protection requirements for electric vehicle charging stations and parking structures — lithium-ion battery fire risks, suppression challenges, code requirements, and inspection considerations.
Pre-Action Sprinkler System Inspection & Testing Guide (NFPA 25)
Complete guide to pre-action fire sprinkler system inspection and testing under NFPA 25 — single interlock, double interlock, trip testing, and common deficiencies.
Fire Protection for Cold Storage & Freezer Facilities: Complete Inspection Guide
Fire protection challenges and inspection requirements for cold storage warehouses, freezer facilities, and refrigerated spaces — sprinkler system issues, ice damage, NFPA compliance, and practical solutions.
Fire Alarm Addressable vs. Conventional Systems: Inspector's Comparison Guide
Detailed comparison of addressable and conventional fire alarm systems for inspectors — architecture differences, testing procedures, troubleshooting, cost considerations, and when each type makes sense.
Fire Protection for Cannabis Growing & Processing Facilities (2026 Guide)
Fire protection requirements for cannabis cultivation, processing, and extraction facilities — unique hazards, code requirements, extraction booth suppression, and inspection considerations for this growing market.
NFPA 13R Residential Sprinkler System Inspection Guide
Complete guide to NFPA 13R residential sprinkler system inspection — what's different from NFPA 13, common residential deficiencies, testing requirements, and growing the residential inspection market.
Fire Protection Inspection Documentation for Insurance Compliance
How fire protection inspection documentation affects insurance compliance — what insurers look for, documentation standards, claim implications, and how thorough records protect both inspectors and building owners.
Fire Sprinkler Water Supply Analysis: Inspector's Complete Guide
Complete guide to fire sprinkler water supply analysis for inspectors — flow testing, supply vs. demand curves, residual pressure calculations, municipal supply changes, and when to flag inadequacy.
Smoke Detector Sensitivity Testing & Cleaning Guide (NFPA 72)
Complete guide to smoke detector sensitivity testing per NFPA 72 Chapter 14 — testing methods, acceptable ranges, cleaning procedures, and common deficiencies that inspectors catch.
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Fire Protection Guide (NFPA 855)
Complete guide to fire protection and inspection requirements for battery energy storage systems under NFPA 855 — thermal runaway risks, suppression strategies, ventilation, and what inspectors need to know.
Fire Extinguisher Hydrostatic Testing Requirements (NFPA 10)
Complete guide to fire extinguisher hydrostatic testing per NFPA 10 — testing intervals by extinguisher type, test procedures, failure criteria, documentation, and how to build this into your service offering.
Fire Sprinkler Seismic Bracing Inspection Guide (NFPA 13)
How to inspect seismic bracing on fire sprinkler systems — NFPA 13 requirements, brace types, common deficiencies, and inspection checklists for earthquake-prone regions.
Fire Protection for Senior Living & Memory Care Facilities
Complete guide to fire protection requirements for assisted living, independent living, memory care, and nursing homes — NFPA 101 occupancy classifications, sprinkler requirements, alarm systems, and inspection considerations for elderly care facilities.
Duct Smoke Detector Inspection & Testing Requirements
Complete guide to duct smoke detector inspection, testing, and maintenance — NFPA 72 and NFPA 90A requirements, sampling tube cleaning, functional testing procedures, and common deficiencies.
Fire Protection for Construction Sites & Hot Work Permits (NFPA 241)
Guide to fire protection during construction, alteration, and demolition per NFPA 241 — hot work permit programs, fire watch requirements, temporary fire protection, impairment management, and contractor responsibilities.
Underground Fire Main Inspection & Flow Testing Guide
Complete guide to underground fire main inspection, flow testing, and maintenance — NFPA 25 requirements, hydrant flow tests, main valve exercising, internal pipe assessment, and common deficiencies in underground fire protection water supply systems.