Fires are alive

They need oxygen to rage, and a backdraft explosion, when air rushes into an oxygen-starved blaze, claims over 100 lives annually (NFPA, 2024). Picture this: a sealed room ignites, then BOOM—firefighters call it a killer. Sprinklers, though, cut that risk by 87%, activating fast to douse flames before pros arrive. At Friendly Fire Systems, we ensure your sprinklers are primed—call 888-345-8889 for a check. Protect your lives and property, one sprinkler head at a time, and share this fiery fact to save others!

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Don’t Wait for Disaster—Fires Cost $16.9B & 3,420 Lives in 2024.

9 March 2025

In 2024, the National Fire Protection Association reported fires caused $16.9 billion in property damage and claimed 3,420 lives nationwide. Yet, 87% of fires in buildings with working sprinklers were controlled before firefighters arrived, saving lives and millions in losses. At Friendly Fire Systems, we’re committed to preventing the devastation of fire—protecting your properties and the people inside with every sprinkler head. Before you need to call the fire department call us. Visit https://www.friendlyfiresystems.com/ to safeguard your buildings today. Friendly Fire Systems Protects LIVES & Property, One Sprinkler Head at a Time. Learn More! #FireSafety #PropertyProtection #SprinklerSystems #FriendlyFireSystems

Fire Sprinkler Designer Wanted

8 February 2025

Designer - Join Our Growing Fire Sprinkler Company (brentwood / oakley) Friendly Fire Systems Inc 470 Harvest Park Dr Compensation: $20 to $45 /per hour - salary depends on qualifications Employment type: full-time Experience level: entry level Job title: Designer -Commercial & Residential Fire Sprinklers Friendly Fire Systems is an Automatic Fire Sprinkler Company in Brentwood, CA. We are looking for an experienced, initiative-taking Designer. This individual will need to demonstrate their knowledge for NFPA and CFC compliance designs and be willing to learn and grow with our team. We currently work in all types of settings and stages of construction including Residential, Mix-use, and Commercial structures - large and small. This includes overhead, underground, hydrants, backflows, fire pumps, tanks, all dry and/or wet systems. We are seeking a well-rounded and eager to learn Designer to join our growing team. • In-office position • Proficient in CAD • Knowledge of Hydraulic Calculation programs • Submit drawings for approval to AHJ • Prepare plans and submittals • Job walks and surveys • Able to use a ladder on occasion to conduct surveys • Knowledgeable in CFC/NFPA codes • Be willing to learn • Team player • Independent worker • Self-starter • Highly detail-oriented • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills • Possess observational skills • Problem-solving skills • Ability to prioritize and work between several projects at a time • Own transportation • Valid California Driver’s License • Car insurance Great pay depends on qualifications and experience. Benefits upon successful completion of a probationary period include: • Continued education opportunity • IRA with employer match • Holiday pay • Paid time off • Vacation Provide your resume. Only serious applicants will be considered.

The Palisades Fire: A Stark Reminder of Fire Safety & Prevention

7 February 2025

In the wake of the devastating Palisades fire, California communities once again find themselves asking: What more could have been done to prevent such destruction? While wildfires on this scale often seem unstoppable, one fact remains clear—fire suppression systems save lives and protect property. Fire Sprinklers are the first line of defense when it comes to structural fires, and automatic fire sprinkler systems have been proven time and again to be the difference between a contained fire and a catastrophic loss. While they are not designed to stop large-scale wildfires, they absolutely play a critical role in preventing smaller fires from escalating into full-blown disasters. There is real-world proof that sprinkler systems savelives & property. In 2022 a fire broke out in a 12-story residential building in a Los Angeles Apartment, but because a fire sprinkler system was installed, the blaze was contained to a single unit. No lives were lost, and property damage was minimal. In 2021 a San Francisco restaurant fire was extinguished within seconds due to overhead sprinklers, preventing a total loss and saving hundreds of thousands of dollars in repairs. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that buildings with fire sprinklers experience an average of 81% less property damage than those without them. Many business and homeowners hesitate to install fire sprinkler systems due to perceived costs, but the numbers tell a different story as fire damage in commercial properties without sprinklers averages $369,000 per incident. With sprinklers? $52,000. And Insurance rates drop significantly for buildings equipped with sprinkler systems, business downtime is drastically reduced, meaning fewer losses in revenue after a fire event. The Palisades fire serves as yet another urgent reminder of the importance of preparedness, prevention, and investment in proven fire suppression systems. Fire sprinkler systems should be a standard, not an afterthought. And local governments should continue expanding fire safety regulations to ensure better protection. In short—the upfront investment in fire suppression pays for itself many times over. At Friendly Fire Systems, our mission is simple: to protect lives and property, one sprinkler head at a time. The cost of not being prepared far outweighs the investment in prevention.