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A fire sprinkler system is a crucial safety measure that homes and commercial buildings should utilize to protect lives and property. Unfortunately, many common misconceptions remain about how these systems function. GW Fire Protection in Anchorage, AK, offers the latest products in fire safety technology. Below, they dispel some of the myths about fire sprinklers.

Fire Sprinkler System: 4 Common Myths  

1. Myth: They Cause Water DamageFire Sprinkler System

Fact: Any damage caused by a fire sprinkler system is much less than if a fire were to destroy the building. Water damage from a sprinkler can be repaired because the structural integrity of the building will be intact. If a fire isn’t put out in time, the entire structure can collapse, leaving you with little options except to rebuild.

2. Myth: All the Sprinklers Actuate at the Same Time

Fact: Sprinkler heads are heat-sensitive, and programmed to react only at a certain temperature threshold. Typically, sprinklers will only turn on in rooms with an active fire, or that reach the necessary temperature limit. You won’t have to worry about all of your rooms and property being water damaged if the blaze affects one room.

3. Myth: Sprinkler Heads Leak

Fact: Sprinkler heads are tested under high pressure during installation. They are connected to the plumbing system and should be periodically inspected to ensure that the sprinkler system is working properly. However, unless neglected for years, leakage is not a problem.

4. Myth: Smoke Alarms are Enough

Fact: Smoke detectors and fire alarms are an important safety precaution that will alert occupants of danger, but they cannot control or stop a fire. Fire sprinkler systems provide a targeted release of water and are the best way to suppress a fire until firefighters arrive.

5. Myth: It’s Expensive

Fact: Installing a sprinkler system does not cost an astronomical amount. In most cases, your insurance company will offer reduced rates when you add the mitigation method to your policy, allowing you to recoup the cost.

Fire protection safety is a consideration that all property owners should take seriously. Without the proper measures in place, a fire could devastate everything you own. The specialists at GMW Fire Protection can help you install a fire sprinkler system to mitigate potential damage from a fire. Call (907) 336-5000 to speak with a trusted member of their team or visit them online to learn more about sprinklers and fire alarm systems.

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