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Your Complete Guide to Residential Fire Sprinkler System Cost

In the case of a fire, installing a residential sprinkler system in your home may save lives and safeguard your property.

According to the National Fire Sprinkler Association, the number of total residential fires has significantly decreased over the last four decades; nevertheless, modern-day fires spread faster and the flames are hotter than they previously were owing to the extensive use of synthetic fibers, leaving property owners with only several minutes to evacuate.

Fire sprinklers might offer you extra time to get out of the property in the event of a fire. As per the report of the National Fire Protection Association, when a domestic fire sprinkler system is installed, individuals are 81% less likely to die in a residential fire, and property loss is decreased by approximately 70%.

Interested in installing new or updating your current residential sprinkler systems? Do you want to know how much a sprinkler system costs? Keep reading to learn more!

What Is a Fire Sprinkler System?


A fire sprinkler system is made up of a water source, a pipe system for water distribution, and sprinkler heads. Water is automatically discharged to restrict the spread of the fire and extinguish it.

When it comes to establishing the right fire sprinkler system for your home, there are a lot of standards and needs to consider.

Here are some examples of the type of residential sprinklers to give you some context:

  • Dry pipe system
  • Wet pipe system
  • Pre-action system
  • Deluge system

[Read: The 4 Essential Fire Prevention Equipment to Keep in Your Home]

Why Are Home Fire Sprinkler Systems Important?

fire sprinklers save lives in case of fire


Fire sprinklers save lives in the event of a fire. They safeguard property and make communities more secure.

Of course, those are compelling reasons to install a domestic system, but they are not the end of the tale. The decision to use sprinklers is also influenced by a patchwork of changing patterns, such as the fact that a fire protection system may increase the value of your property.

[Learn more about the signs you need a fire sprinkler inspection here]

How Much Is the Cost of Residential Fire Sprinkler Systems?


The cost of installing a home fire sprinkler system is determined by the following factors:

  • amount of space to be covered
  • the type of residential fire sprinklers to be used
  • If the building is new or a renovation of an existing one
  • any optional features

Therefore, it is clear that the cost varies depending on your home.

However, a decent starting point is to anticipate that most homes in the United States cost between $2,000 and $6,000 to equip with a household sprinkler system. This, too, varies depending on the system design, as well as considerations such as the usual temperature in the area, local water supply, square footage, and market demand for contractors in the region.

[Related: 5 Best Practices To Maintain Your Sprinkler System]

Contact B&W Fire Security Systems Today!


Are you ready to install residential multipurpose systems in your home?

Call B&W Fire Security Systems to speak to a qualified sprinkler contractor regarding the costs. We provide an impressive suite of fire and security systems services for both residential and commercial customers throughout Arizona.

Do you have any questions about fire sprinkler installation costs? Do you have other fire safety concerns? Contact us or Leave us a comment below and we’ll get back to you!

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