Fire safety servicing is essential for maintaining a safe and compliant workplace. With multiple factors influencing price, understanding how costs are calculated can sometimes be unclear.
At Jim’s Fire Safety, we make the process simple. From assessing your site and equipment to tailoring a quote, our experienced team will guide you through every step to ensure your business meets its fire safety obligations.
Calculating Your Fire Safety Service Costs
There’s no one-size-fits-all price for fire safety services. Costs can vary based on your business type, fire risk level, equipment volume, and compliance needs. Below are the key questions to consider when estimating fire safety service costs:
How many fire safety items need to be serviced?
Pricing often depends on how many pieces of equipment need to be checked or maintained, such as fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, emergency lighting, fire blankets, or hose reels. The more equipment you have, the higher the total cost may be.
What types of fire protection equipment are on-site?
Different fire safety devices require different testing procedures. For example, fire extinguishers require pressure and weight checks, while emergency lights must undergo timed discharge testing. Equipment in poor condition or nearing expiry may also need replacement, which can impact the overall price.
Is your site easily accessible for inspections?
Accessibility can impact how quickly and efficiently we can complete the service. If equipment is located in hard-to-reach areas, across multiple buildings, or within high-security or restricted zones, additional time and planning may be needed, which can influence the cost.
How often do you require fire safety servicing?
Australian Standards outline how frequently fire safety equipment should be tested. For example, AS1851 requires scheduled servicing of extinguishers, alarms, and emergency lighting at set intervals, which may vary based on your risk level. High-risk sites like factories or construction areas typically need more frequent servicing than low-risk office environments.
Do you need additional services?
Jim’s Fire Safety offers more than just standard fire extinguisher servicing. Our technicians can also conduct testing of emergency and exit lighting, smoke alarm checks, fire blanket inspections, and provide comprehensive compliance reports. Bundling these services can improve efficiency but may increase the overall cost depending on your needs.
Do you require urgent or after-hours service?
We offer emergency callouts and after-hours servicing to suit your operations. If your business operates outside of standard hours, or if urgent servicing is required to remain compliant, additional fees may apply.
Will you need detailed reports or compliance documentation?
We provide detailed inspection reports and certificates to help you meet insurance and regulatory obligations. Further customised reporting may incur an additional cost depending on your requirements.
Fire Safety Cost Calculation
To give you a rough estimate, here’s a basic way to calculate potential fire safety service costs. Keep in mind that exact pricing may vary depending on your location, equipment, and specific needs.
Estimated Cost = (Number of items × $ per item)
- Additional Services (e.g. emergency lighting checks, smoke alarm testing)
- Access or travel fees (if applicable)
- After-hours or urgent service fees (if needed)**
This simple structure helps you plan, but for an accurate quote tailored to your business, we recommend speaking with your local Jim’s Fire Safety technician.
Speak with Fire Safety Experts
Trying to estimate the cost of fire safety compliance on your own can be difficult. Let our experienced team take the guesswork out of it.
Contact your local Jim’s Fire Safety team today to discuss your needs, understand your legal obligations, and receive a clear, detailed quote based on your workplace and risk level.
