Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc.

Category: Fire protection service

Address: 10282 Trask Ave suite d, Garden Grove, CA 92843, USA

Phone: +17144626095

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 6AM–6PM

Tuesday: 6AM–6PM

Wednesday: 6AM–6PM

Thursday: 6AM–6PM

Friday: 6AM–6PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Julie Wells

Aug 18, 2022

Great company to work with!! Everyone I encountered were very nice and helpful. Starting from the top down. Richard the owner was very pleasant and helpful. We were on a time crunch due to insurance compliance requirements. He was able to get us on the schedule, getting and inspection and repairs done quickly. Luis the fire extinguisher tech and Jeffrey the sprinkler tech were both very nice and knowledgeable. And David got all the paperwork back to me by next day. Would highly recommend them.

Public Pacific Church

May 31, 2022

I don't really have anything "bad" to say about this company, per se. They were professional, friendly, and competent. My only complaint is about the "extra charges." We had them do a five-year certification on our sprinkler risers for $650. Right in line with what we found elsewhere. When I contacted the office about the additional $500 fee to come out and replace an alarm bell (required to pass certification, but took way less than an hour to install), the owner Richard told me all the reasons he HAD to charge me $500 for a guy to come out and replace what he admitted was a $50 bell. No repeat customer discount, no desire to work with me, no desire to help. That is his prerogative. It is my prerogative to choose a different company next time.

Kevin Kwak

May 17, 2022

Black Bird was very easy to contact and promptly responded and repaired our broken fire sprinkler pipe. Richard, the owner himself, serviced our house. He was very friendly and thoroughly completed the job. I would definitely recommend them.

Gabriel Hluz

Apr 15, 2022

Luis and Richard are extremely professional just to name a few. All the repairs were done quickly without any damage to our property. The technicians were extra careful inside tenants' units. We had a major leak from our riser and they were able to schedule a repair the very next day. I currently use their service for fire extinguisher certification and fire sprinkler system repair.

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Questions & Answers

How often do kitchen hood suppression systems need to be inspected?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

According to the NFPA, kitchen hood suppression system service must be performed on a semi-annual basis and when systems are activated.

What is the best type of fire extinguisher for sensitive electrical equipment?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

Clean agent fire extinguishers are specifically designed to combat electrical fires while preserving delicate electrical and electronic equipment. We recommend using clean agent such as a Halotron, Halon or CO2 extinguisher as it discharges as a rapidly evaporating liquid that leaves no residue.

What kind of fire extinguisher do I need in my commercial kitchen?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

Class K. Fires involving cooking fats and oils (classified as class K in the U.S.) burn hotter than most flammable liquids, rendering a standard class B extinguisher ineffective. Such fires should be extinguished with a wet chemical extinguisher. Extinguishers of this type are designed to extinguish cooking fats and oils through saponification. Saponification is the process by which the extinguishing agent rapidly converts the burning substance to a non-combustible soap. This process is endothermic, meaning that it absorbs thermal energy from its surroundings, which decreases the temperature of the surroundings, further inhibiting the fire. Make sure you never put water on a flaming pan of oil. “Just like with class B fires, a solid stream of water should never extinguish Class K fires because it can cause the fuel to scatter, spreading the flames.

What is hydrostatic testing on a fire extinguisher?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

The dry chemical contents inside your fire extinguisher are kept under pressure over long periods of time, which can eventually cause damage to the extinguisher shell. To ensure the shell, hose, and nozzle have no defects, whether due to metal fatigue or other causes, the extinguisher shells are emptied, filled with colored water, and brought up to a specified pressure over a short period of time (typically 30 seconds). The shell must be able to hold that pressure for one minute (or the time specified by the manufacturer’s maintenance procedures) while the cylinder is inspected for signs of stress, leaks, bulging, and other indications of metal fatigue. Hoses on some extinguishers must also be hydrostatically tested.

When should a fire extinguisher be recharged? How can I tell if I need my fire extinguisher recharged?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

There are two simple ways to make sure your fire extinguishers are always properly charged. The first way is by making sure you lift and shake your fire extinguishers once a month and have all other necessary fire extinguisher maintenance. The second way is to make sure you have your fire extinguishers recharged every time you use them – this way you’ll always know they’re safe. Extinguishers also need to be recharged and examined by a professional if they show any of the following deficiencies: low-pressure reading, illegible operating instructions, broken or missing safety seals and tamper indicators, obvious physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or a clogged nozzle.

How do I know if my fire extinguishers are in working order? How often do I need fire extinguisher inspection?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

Fire extinguishers sit inactive a vast majority of the time. The best way to tell if fire extinguishers are working is to schedule routine fire extinguisher inspections. Simple checks can be performed yourself monthly, but more in-depth testing and maintenance from a professional must be completed annually. Extinguishers need to be recharged and examined by a professional if they show any of the following deficiencies: low-pressure reading, illegible operating instructions, broken or missing safety seals and tamper indicators, obvious physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or a clogged nozzle. Every six years, your fire extinguishers must go through a complete breakdown and internal inspection from a professional. Every twelve years (5 years for vehicle-mounted and some others), your fire extinguishers must go through hydrostatic testing from a professional to ensure there is no damage to the extinguisher shell, hose, and nozzle, whether due to metal fatigue or other causes.

How many fire extinguishers do I need in my building?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

The number of fire extinguishers one needs in their building depends on the size, layout and hazard level of the building. Generally, you will want Class A extinguishers placed no more than 75 feet of space between one another. Class B extinguishers should be placed no more than 50 feet of space between one another. For more information on fire extinguishers, contact Black Bird Fire Protection online or by calling us at (714) 462-6095.

I have a residential fire sprinkler system. Do you provide service and repairs on residential fire sprinkler systems?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

Yes, we do. We provide service and repairs of both commercial and residential fire sprinkler systems.

What areas do Black Bird Fire Protection service?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

We provide fire protection service and repairs to all of Southern California. This includes Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego Counties, and the surrounding communities.

Does Black Bird Fire Protection offer emergency after hour calls?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

Yes, we do. We are available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for emergency/after hour calls.

How can I request a quote?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

To request a quote, you can call us at (714) 462-6095 or you can go onto our website and request a quote by clicking Contact Us and then Get a Quote.

How often should I have my sprinkler system tested and inspected? What are the requirements?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

Fire sprinkler systems are required to be inspected and tested annually per NFPA and Title 19. Once the annual test is completed, a certification tag is affixed to the fire sprinkler riser. Testing must be performed by a licensed fire protection technician. If it is time for your fire sprinkler system to be tested, the experts at Black Bird Fire Protection would love to work with you. We are a full-service fire protection company. We provide testing and inspections along with repairs on a variety of fire protection systems. We would be happy to help you make sure your system is in working order and is compliant per code. You can reach us at (714) 462-6095

Will all the sprinklers in my building go off during inspection?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

No, the fire sprinklers heads are only visually inspected. No fire sprinkler heads will go off during the inspection and test.

What if my fire sprinkler inspection/test failed? What do I do now?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

If your building does not pass an annual fire sprinkler test or 5-year fire sprinkler test, the AES test report will be provided with the deficiencies along with a written proposal for the repairs needed for retest and certification of your fire sprinkler risers. Once repairs are approved, our Service Manager will reach out to schedule the repairs and recertification. Once repairs have been completed, your fire sprinkler riser(s) will be certified, and a passing AES report will be provided along with the invoice. The AES report will be provided to the authority having jurisdiction or AHJ, also known as the fire department.

What is a 5-year sprinkler inspection and test?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

A 5-year fire sprinkler test consists of all the items in an annual fire sprinkler inspection and test with the only additional item of an FDC (Fire Department Connection) backflush. The FDC backflush is an extremely important part of the 5-year inspection. Over time, debris and trash can enter through the FDC opening if the caps are not securely in place. When the FDC backflush is performed, it removes all the debris and trash from your fire sprinkler system. This process is vital in keeping your fire sprinkler system in safe and working condition as debris and trash will cause clogging in your pipes and sprinklers. The water flow will also be reduced with debris and trash preventing the fire sprinkler heads from being activated. This process will help protect your building against fires. Fire Departments require a 5-year certification because of the California State Law Title 19 mandate. Insurance companies will also require this certification.

What is done during an annual fire sprinkler inspection and test?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

Black Bird Fire Protection follows NFPA 25 and Title 19 regulations. The annual fire sprinkler inspection and testing include, but it not limited to, inspection/testing of the following: - Control valve signs - Waterflow devices - Supervisory devices - Gauges - Water supply pressure below and above check valves - Pressure readings - FDC (Fire Department Connection) - Alarm valves - Fire sprinkler heads - Exposed pipes - Fittings, hangers/bracings

How often should I have my sprinkler system tested and inspected?

Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021
Black Bird Fire Protection, Inc. | Nov 27, 2021

Fire sprinkler systems are required to be inspected and tested annually per NFPA and Title 19. Once the annual test is completed, a certification tag is affixed to the fire sprinkler riser. Testing must be performed by a licensed fire protection technician. If it is time for your fire sprinkler system to be tested, the experts at Black Bird Fire Protection would love to work with you. We are a full-service fire protection company. We provide testing and inspections along with repairs on a variety of fire protection systems. We would be happy to help you make sure your system is in working order and is compliant per code. You can reach us at (714) 462-6095

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