Fire Safety Inspection & Compliance Service
Inspect buildings for fire safety compliance and code requirements
Overview
Fire safety inspectors generate $100,000-$800,000 annually with 75-90% margins.
In 2025, fire safety regulations require inspections and compliance.
Revenue from fire safety inspections ($200-$2,000 per building), fire suppression system inspections ($300-$3,000), emergency exit and egress inspections ($150-$1,500), fire alarm system testing ($250-$2,500), fire extinguisher inspections and service, and fire safety plan development.
Successful inspectors understand fire codes and NFPA standards, inspect fire protection systems and equipment, identify fire hazards and code violations, test fire safety systems, and provide compliance documentation.
Commercial buildings, landlords, and businesses as clients.
Marketing through property management companies, fire marshals and departments, code compliance requirements, fire safety certifications, and insurance companies.
Required Skills
- Fire Safety Codes
- NFPA Standards
- Fire Protection Systems
- Code Compliance
- Inspection Procedures
- Documentation
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Fire code compliance required for buildings
- Recurring annual inspection requirements
- Multiple fire safety revenue streams
- Help prevent fires and save lives
- Insurance companies require inspections
Cons
- Need fire safety certifications
- Liability for missed fire hazards
- Must stay current with changing fire codes
- Building access coordination required
- Competition from fire protection companies
How to Get Started
- Obtain fire safety inspection certifications
- Learn fire codes and NFPA standards
- Invest in inspection and testing equipment
- Market to property managers and businesses
- Conduct fire safety inspections
- Test fire protection systems
- Provide compliance reports and recommendations
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