Understanding the Licensing and Insurance Requirements for Hiring a CA UL Listed Fire Alarm Contractor

As a business owner or property manager, the safety of your building and its occupants is of utmost importance. One way to ensure the safety of your building is by having a properly installed and maintained fire alarm system. However, finding the right fire alarm contractor can be a daunting task, especially when considering the various licenses and certifications required.

In California, fire alarm contractors must hold a C-10 electrical contractor license issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB). This license allows contractors to install and maintain electrical systems, including fire alarms. In addition, fire alarm contractors must be certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to work with UL Listed fire alarm systems.

UL Listed fire alarm systems are those that have been tested and certified by UL for compliance with national standards for safety and performance. Hiring a contractor that is certified by UL ensures that your fire alarm system is installed and maintained in compliance with industry standards.

Moreover, it’s important to hire a fire alarm contractor who is fully insured. Liability insurance protects both you and the contractor in the event of property damage or personal injury during the installation or maintenance of your fire alarm system.

At Black Dragon Technologies, we understand the importance of having a properly installed and maintained fire alarm system. As a California electrical contractor specializing in commercial fire alarm systems, we have been providing exceptional services to clients for over two decades.

To provide top-quality services to our clients, we have partnered with 5 Alarm Fire Protection, a UL Listed company based in Tustin, CA, to handle all fire alarm services for commercial buildings in Southern California. Our partnership allows us to offer 24-hour monitoring for fire alarm systems at reasonable costs, as well as a free inspection of your fire alarm system to ensure it is in excellent working condition.

Don’t wait until it’s too late to comply with codes and standards. Contact Bernadette at Black Dragon Technologies at (951) 530-3360 or 5 Alarm Fire Protection at (714) 632-8646 and mention that Bernadette referred you to schedule a maintenance check or installation today. Let’s work together to ensure the safety of your building and occupants.

Written by Bernadette Merrill

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Black Dragon Technologies

Electrical Contractor, Commercial Construction Consultant, Fire Alarm Company Owner, LED Lighting Expert and Content Writer