Fire Alarms

Fire Alarm & Mass Notification Systems

Fire Alarm — Birmingham, AL — Automatic Fire Systems

Fire Alarm Control Units

Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. is your one-stop solution for comprehensive fire alarm services. We handle fire alarm inspections, maintenance, installations, and monitoring. Whether it's routine inspections or large-scale mass notification systems, you can trust Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. to ensure your fire alarm equipment is always in compliance with the latest codes. Our experienced project managers and NICET-certified fire alarm specialists are experts in NEC, NFPA 72 regulations, Government UFC, and local AHJ requirements.


We service a range of systems, including DMP, Honeywell Fire-Lite, Monaco Enterprises, Potter Signal, Honeywell Silent Knight, Kidde Commercial and more. Additionally, our team is equipped to handle the maintenance and repair of explosion-proof devices and systems. Our NICET certified technicians are dedicated to resolving your issues efficiently.


As your fire and life safety partner, we're here to assist with your current system, as well as plan, install, and maintain new ones. We can collaborate with you to develop a strategy for transitioning from outdated systems to modern, addressable ones, which are often recommended by local authorities or insurers. Regular inspections and maintenance significantly enhance the effectiveness of fire alarms. What sets us apart from the competition is our competitive pricing for inspections and services. We also offer commercial fire and security monitoring services.l.

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Mass Notification Systems

Fire Alarm Mass Notification Systems (FAMNS) play a crucial role in informing building occupants about fire emergencies. In recent years, FAMNS has advanced to incorporate mass notification features, enabling it to alert occupants about any urgent situation that demands immediate attention.


During emergencies, time is critical. An MNS (Mass Notification System) can be activated automatically or by a person to send out important alerts with essential information and guidance to people in the affected area. These systems can share various messages, like evacuation instructions, lockdown procedures, and severe weather alerts.


When an MNS is combined with a public address system, it allows building owners and operators to efficiently communicate with occupants across the entire facility, even in challenging-to-reach spots. Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. specializes in installing FAMNS with MNS features, guaranteeing a comprehensive and dependable life safety system for your building.eliable.

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Innovative Solutions

When it comes to life safety, it's crucial to have a mass notification system (MNS) that is tailored to your specific property. At Automatic Fire Systems, Inc., our knowledgeable professionals will work with you to design and install the appropriate technical solution for your building, ensuring that it meets your needs and provides the functionality and value you want.


Our team is well-versed in both existing and new technology, which enables us to design innovative MNS. We provide equipment from leading manufacturers, so you have the freedom to choose the suitable systems and the right service partner. This approach results in a better, more straightforward service experience.


If you're interested in adding an MNS to your property, don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach us online or by calling 205-661-3388, and our team will be happy to help you determine if an MNS is the right fit for your property. Trust us to provide you with reliable and effective life safety solutions.

Fire Alarm Monitoring

Having a dependable fire alarm system in your building is essential to ensure that you and your employees receive timely alerts during a fire emergency, allowing for a safe evacuation while the system automatically notifies the fire department. If you're interested in 24-hour monitoring for your fire alarm or sprinkler system, contact Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. at 205-661-3388 and inquire about our fire alarm monitoring service.

Why Do You Need Fire Alarm Monitoring?

In most areas, it's a standard requirement that your system is monitored by a central station that is UL-listed.


When a monitored fire alarm is triggered, our local, in-state, and off-site fire alarm monitoring station at Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. receives instant notifications with details about your emergency. Subsequently, our monitoring station promptly informs the fire department and contacts the individuals on your emergency list, typically within 30 to 60 seconds after the alarm activation.


Apart from our fire alarm monitoring service, we offer annual testing and inspection for all fire alarm monitoring systems, regardless of the manufacturer. We also provide yearly certification testing for all fire alarm monitoring systems. Our main objective is to guarantee that your fire alarm monitoring system complies with all relevant codes and functions correctly.


Contact Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. online or call 205-661-3388 for all your sprinkler and fire alarm system monitoring needs. 

Fire Alarm Systems Installation

When it comes to fire safety, understanding what you need for your building or home can be overwhelming. With so many options and unique designs, it's essential to have a team that can help you make the best decision for your application. At Automatic Fire Systems, Inc., we're here to ensure you have everything you need to keep your property safe.


Our team of professionals will work with you every step of the way, making sure you have the right fire alarm system for your building or home. We pledge to find a system that will fulfill your needs and protect your property in the most efficient way possible, giving you peace of mind.

As experts in fire protection, we have a specialized staff of employees dedicated to U.S. Government and Military Facilities, including NICET certified personnel and a dedicated project manager for each project. We're highly knowledgeable about all code requirements, ensuring your system meets all necessary regulations.


Our professional fire protection technicians are in-house, providing expert design, installation, and programming for all types of standard and special hazard solutions. Our field personnel are factory trained on the products we sell, ensuring that we can provide the best possible service to all our customers from start to finish.



Don't let fire safety be a source of stress. Let us handle it for you. Your building's fire life safety plans are essential for keeping your employees safe and maintaining fire code compliance. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you keep your property safe.


Install a fire alarm system in your building—contact the experts at Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. Call 205-661-3388 or use the contact form to schedule an appointment. 

Fire Alarm Repair & Service

As Alabama's premier commercial fire protection company, Automatic Fire Systems, Inc.'s mission is to protect lives and businesses from the devastation of a fire. For more than 20 years, our dedicated professionals have provided world-class fire protection services to a wide range of industries. Along with fire alarm repairs, we also offer fire alarm installation and monitoring systems services for commercial and industrial building owners and operators. Please note that we do not provide parts addition services or reprogramming for proprietary systems. We encourage individuals to reach out directly to the respective companies that sell and program the equipment for any specific needs on proprietary systems, such as Simplex-Grinell (Tyco, Johnson Controls), Edwards EST, Gamewell FCI, etc...

When you need commercial fire alarm repair services, Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. is the one to call. Contact us online today or call us at 205-661-3388

Why Prompt Fire Alarm Repairs Are Necessary

Testing, repairing, inspecting, and maintaining your business's fire alarm system helps save lives and prevents catastrophic property damage. Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. fire alarm system repair services keep your equipment operating correctly and ensure it meets local, state, and federal fire code regulations. Proactively maintaining your commercial fire alarm system means it's always ready to alert you if a fire breaks out at your facility.

Signs a Commercial Fire Alarm Needs Repair

Even the most dependable fire alarm systems need to be periodically tested. And when something's wrong, prompt repairs should be made. Your commercial fire protection system might be at risk if:

  • It's old. It might be time to upgrade to a fire alarm system with more reliable and efficient features.
  • You've made multiple system repair calls, and they're becoming more frequent. They're both good signs the system isn't operating correctly.
  • Many fire alarms give no warning they need repair. That's why regular inspection and testing are crucial to maintaining your business's fire alarm and ensuring it operates as it should in case of a fire.


When your commercial fire alarm system breaks down, Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. can help with the repairs you need. To learn more, contact us online today or call us at 205-661-3388

Fire Alarm Inspections & Testing

Be sure to stay up to code with regular fire alarm inspection and testing services. With over 20 years of experience providing fire safety services, Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. can help you and your business remain protected and secure year-round.


Schedule fire alarm inspection and testing services today— call 205-661-3388

Our Fire Alarm Inspection Process

The experienced fire protection professionals at Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. can help you ensure your fire alarm is operating as intended so it will be ready when you need it most.

During an inspection, our fire alarm technicians will:


  • Inspect the system to ensure all NFPA service and condition standards are met
  • Identify potentially detrimental site conditions that could compromise the performance of mechanical and/or electronic components
  • Inspect the general condition and test the operation of the main and remote fire alarm panels
  • Inspect and test audible and visual devices
  • Inspect and test smoke and heat detectors
  • Inspect and test all manual pull stations
  • Inspect and test all annunciators and zones
  • Inspect and test door holders
  • Inspect and test duct detectors
  • Inspect and meter, load test all standby batteries
  • Inspect all output relays and test their activation
  • Inspect and test elevator recall
  • Inspect and exercise all flow switches, tamper switches, and low-pressure alarms
  • Verify that the Central Monitoring Station receives all signals
  • Clean the detectors as needed per the manufacture’s guidelines
  • Test non-restorable heat detector circuits by simulating electrical operation at the wiring connection
  • Perform a functional test on all accessible heat-actuating devices
  • Inspect and exercise all supervised control valves and switches
  • Tag devices as required and perform all required record keeping
  • Compile a complete report of the inspection


At Automatic Fire Systems, Inc., our expert fire alarm inspection technicians’ number one goal is to make sure your fire alarm is fully functional so it will perform adequately in a time of emergency or notify you of faulty devices in your building.

Fire Alarm Brands We Inspect

We provide fire alarm inspection for all brands of fire alarms, including:

  • Honeywell Ademco
  • ADT Unimode
  • DMP/Digital Monitoring Products
  • Edwards/EST
  • Honeywell Fire-Lite
  • Honeywell Gamewell/FCI
  • Kidde
  • Mircom
  • Monaco Enterprises
  • Napco
  • Honeywell Notifier
  • Potter Signal
  • Secutron
  • Siemens
  • Honeywell Silent Knight
  • Simplex-Grinnell
  • Honeywell Ademco
  • ADT Unimode
  • DMP/Digital Monitoring Products
  • Edwards/EST
  • Honeywell Fire-Lite
  • Honeywell Gamewell/FCI
  • Kidde
  • Mircom
  • Monaco Enterprises
  • Napco
  • Honeywell Notifier
  • Potter Signal
  • Secutron
  • Siemens
  • Honeywell Silent Knight
  • Simplex-Grinnell

Please note that we do not provide parts addition services or reprogramming for proprietary systems. We encourage individuals to reach out directly to the respective companies that sell and program the equipment for specific proprietary systems, such as Simplex-Grinell (Tyco, Johnson Controls), Edwards EST, Gamewell FCI, etc...

Contact Automatic Fire Systems, Inc. online or call 205-661-3388 for professional installation, repair, & inspections for fire alarm & mass notification systems.

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