Fire Protection for Residential Property

Fire Protection for Residential Property

In multi-occupancy residential buildings, fire safety is critical not only for protecting property, but for safeguarding lives. At Spectrum Fire Protection, we understand the complexity of fire safety in residential settings — particularly in high-rise or densely populated buildings — and we provide robust, compliant systems that protect residents, support building managers, and meet all current legislation.

A Trusted Partner in Residential Fire Protection

With over 35 years of experience, we’ve worked across a wide range of residential settings, including apartment blocks, social housing, mixed-use developments, student accommodation, and private residential schemes. Our deep knowledge of residential building layouts, construction types, and occupancy patterns allows us to create systems that are practical, scalable, and highly reliable.

We understand the legal obligations placed on building owners and managing agents under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Building Safety Act 2022, and the updated Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. Our systems and services are designed to keep residents safe and clients compliant.

Fire Protection Solutions Tailored to Apartment Blocks

No two buildings are the same, which is why Spectrum delivers bespoke systems based on the building’s construction, occupancy type, and fire risk assessment findings.

Our residential fire safety services include:

  • Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
    From individual flat alarms to full building-wide addressable systems, designed to alert residents quickly and clearly.
  • Waking Watch Replacement Systems
    In buildings with cladding or compartmentation issues, we install fire alarm systems to replace costly waking watch patrols with 24/7 automated protection.
  • Smoke Ventilation and Extraction
    Systems designed to manage smoke in escape routes, stairwells, and lobbies, aiding safe evacuation and firefighter access.
  • Sprinkler Systems
    Designed to control or suppress fire at source, especially important in high-rise or high-risk blocks.
  • Emergency Lighting
    Ensures residents can safely evacuate in low-visibility or power outage situations.
  • Dry and Wet Risers
    Essential for fire service access, particularly in taller residential buildings.
  • Compartmentation and Fire-Stopping
    Fire barriers and sealing systems that prevent the spread of fire and smoke between dwellings and floors.
  • Maintenance and Testing Services
    Scheduled inspections and servicing to ensure all systems remain compliant and operational.

Compliance with Modern Fire Safety Legislation

In recent years, fire safety in residential buildings has come under intense scrutiny. Spectrum stays up to date with the latest regulations and best practices, ensuring your building not only meets but exceeds compliance requirements.

Our systems are designed in line with:

  • BS 5839-6 (fire alarms in dwellings)
  • BS 9991 (fire safety in residential buildings)
  • Approved Document B (fire safety guidance in Building Regulations)
  • Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 — covering wayfinding signage, information sharing, and fire door checks

We can also support Responsible Persons with fire risk assessment updates and help implement the recommendations of safety audits or Building Safety Case Reports.

Working Collaboratively with Managing Agents and Housing Associations

We’re proud to work with housing providers, building managers, developers, and local authorities across the UK. Whether your property portfolio includes a single apartment block or a series of residential developments, we can offer consistent, cost-effective fire protection solutions backed by responsive support and transparent reporting.

Our team coordinates closely with residents and building users to ensure minimal disruption during installation or servicing. We understand that residential buildings are people’s homes — and we always conduct our work with care, discretion, and professionalism.

Long-Term Protection and Support

Fire safety doesn’t end at installation. Spectrum offers full lifecycle support for residential systems, including:

  • Regular testing and inspection
  • 24/7 call-out services for critical systems
  • Asset management and maintenance logs
  • System upgrades as buildings are modified or regulations change

With our long-term support, managing agents and Responsible Persons can have full confidence that their fire safety systems remain compliant, reliable, and ready to perform.

Why Choose Spectrum for Residential Fire Protection?

    • Decades of experience in multi-occupancy residential fire safety
    • Tailored solutions for high-rise, low-rise, and mixed-use buildings
    • Comprehensive knowledge of current and evolving legislation
    • Friendly, efficient engineers trained to work in live residential environments
    • Full design, installation, and maintenance service with one trusted provider
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Spectrum Fire Protection (UK) Ltd.
Middlemore Lane,
Aldridge,
WS9 8SP.
Telephone: 01922 744466
Email: enquiries@spectrumfire.co.uk