FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERVICES
Professional Fire Extinguisher Supply, Installation, Servicing & Disposal
Protect your business and premises with professional fire extinguisher services from WP Extinguishers. We provide supply, installation, commissioning, annual servicing, and responsible disposal for businesses, landlords, and commercial premises across Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey & Oxfordshire.
Our services ensure that your fire safety equipment is always compliant and ready for use.
✓ Supply & Installation ✓ Annual Servicing ✓ Disposal & Collection
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS SERVICES
Complete Extinguisher Services
WP Extinguishers provides professional fire extinguisher services for businesses, landlords and commercial premises across Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey & Oxfordshire.
From annual servicing and maintenance to supplying, installing and commissioning new extinguishers, we provide straightforward advice and dependable local support.
Our servicing includes inspection of the extinguisher’s condition, pressure or weight where applicable, operating components, seals, hoses and identification labels,
with maintenance carried out in accordance with BS 5306-3.
ANNUAL SERVICING
Professional inspection and maintenance of your fire extinguishers in accordance with BS 5306-3.
SUPPLY
Quality fire extinguishers supplied to suit the fire risks and requirements of your premises.
INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING
New extinguishers correctly positioned, installed and commissioned in line with relevant British Standards and your fire risk assessment.
DISPOSAL & COLLECTION
Responsible collection and disposal of unwanted, condemned or out-of-date fire extinguishers.
ANNUAL SERVICING & MAINTENANCE
Professional Fire Extinguisher Servicing
Regular fire extinguisher servicing helps ensure your equipment remains safe, operational and ready for use when required.
WP Extinguishers provides professional annual servicing for businesses, landlords and commercial premises across Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey & Oxfordshire.
Our servicing includes inspection of the extinguisher’s condition, pressure or weight where applicable, operating components, seals, hoses and identification labels.
Maintenance is carried out in accordance with BS 5306-3.
✓ Annual fire extinguisher servicing
✓ Inspection and maintenance to BS 5306-3
✓ Replacement parts and extinguishers available where required
✓ Computerised service documentation provided
SUPPLY • INSTALLATION • COMMISSIONING
The Right fire safety equipment for Your Premises
Choosing the correct fire extinguishers is just as important as having them properly maintained. WP Extinguishers can supply, install and commission suitable fire extinguishers based on the risks, layout and requirements of your premises.
We work in accordance with your fire risk assessment and relevant guidance, including BS 5306-8 for the selection and positioning of portable fire extinguishers.
This helps ensure the correct type, rating and location for the risks present.
✓ Fire extinguisher supply
✓ Professional installation & positioning
✓ Commissioning of new extinguishers
✓ Appropriate signage and mounting where required
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FIRE EXTINGUISHER TYPES
Choosing the Right extinguishers
💧 WATER
For Class A fires involving solid combustible materials such as wood, paper and textiles.
Not suitable for fires involving flammable liquids or live electrical equipment.
⚪ CO₂
Commonly used for fires involving electrical equipment and suitable flammable-liquid risks.
CO₂ leaves no residue, making it particularly useful around electrical and electronic equipment.
🟨 FOAM
Suitable for many Class A and Class B fire risks, including solid combustible materials and certain flammable liquids.
The suitability and fire rating of the individual extinguisher should always be checked.
🔵 POWDER
A versatile extinguisher suitable for several fire classes depending on the type of powder used.
Powder can significantly reduce visibility and contaminate equipment, so it is generally not preferred for routine use inside many buildings.
🟡 WET CHEMICAL
Designed primarily for Class F fires involving cooking oils and fats, making it particularly suitable for commercial kitchens.
Many wet chemical extinguishers also carry a Class A fire rating.
Not sure which extinguishers your premises requires? We can assess your requirements alongside your fire risk assessment and recommend suitable extinguisher types, ratings and locations.
FIRE CLASSES
Understanding Different Types of Fire
Fire extinguishers are designed for specific types of fire. Understanding the fire classes present within your premises helps determine which extinguishers are appropriate for the risks identified in your fire risk assessment.
CLASS A — SOLID MATERIALS
Fires involving solid combustible materials such as wood, paper, textiles and many plastics.
CLASS B — FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
Fires involving flammable liquids, such as petrol, solvents and certain paints.
CLASS C — FLAMMABLE GASES
Fires involving flammable gases, such as propane and butane.
CLASS D — COMBUSTIBLE METALS
Fires involving combustible metals such as magnesium, sodium and lithium, requiring specialist extinguishing media appropriate to the metal involved.
CLASS F — COOKING OILS & FATS
Fires involving cooking oils and fats, particularly deep-fat fryers and commercial cooking equipment.
⚡ What About Electrical Fires?
Electrical equipment is not a separate UK fire class.
Where live electrical equipment is involved, the extinguisher must be suitable for the underlying fire risk and safe for use around the electrical hazard.
Always follow your fire risk assessment when determining the type, number and positioning of fire extinguishers required for your premises.
EXTINGUISHER DISPOSAL
Old or Unwanted Extinguishers?
Old, condemned or unwanted fire extinguishers need to be handled and disposed of responsibly.
Whether you’ve replaced old equipment, had extinguishers condemned during servicing or simply have unwanted units taking up space, we can arrange collection from your premises.
✓ Old & condemned extinguishers
✓ Multiple extinguisher types accepted
✓ Collections for businesses & commercial premises
✓ Waste Transfer Note / disposal documentation available
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
Professional Fire Extinguisher Services You Can Trust
WP Extinguishers is an IFEDA member, providing professional fire extinguisher services with training covering the selection, installation, commissioning and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers.
Our extinguisher training has been approved by the British Standards Institution and BAFE as satisfying the training requirements of SP101, supporting professional standards across the services we provide.
✓ IFEDA Member
✓ BAFE-Recognised fire Extinguisher Training
✓ Training Based on BS 5306-3 & BS 5306-8
FIRE EXTINGUISHER FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you service extinguishers supplied by another company?
Yes. We can inspect and service suitable portable extinguishers already installed at your premises, subject to their condition and serviceability.
How often should fire extinguishers be serviced?
Portable extinguishers should generally receive a basic service annually by a competent person in accordance with BS 5306-3. Additional maintenance requirements depend on the extinguisher type and condition.
How many fire extinguishers does my premises need?
There isn’t one number suitable for every building. The quantity, type and positioning should reflect the size and layout of the premises, the fire risks present and the findings of the fire risk assessment.
Which type of fire extinguisher do I need?
That depends on the risks present. Water, foam, CO₂, powder and wet chemical extinguishers are designed for different applications. We can advise on suitable types and ratings alongside your fire risk assessment.
Where should fire extinguishers be positioned?
Extinguishers should be conspicuous and readily accessible, normally positioned on escape routes and near appropriate fire risks. Selection and positioning should follow the fire risk assessment and relevant guidance including BS 5306-8.
What happens if an extinguisher fails its service?
We’ll explain the issue and advise whether maintenance or replacement is appropriate. Any additional work or replacement equipment can be discussed with you.
Do you provide service documentation?
Yes. Computerised service documentation is provided following completion of the service and settlement of the invoice.
Can you dispose of old fire extinguishers?
Yes. WP Extinguishers provides collection and disposal of old, condemned and unwanted condemned or unwanted extinguishers. You can arrange a collection through our dedicated Fire Extinguisher Disposal page.
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CUSTOMER REVIEWS
What Our Customers Say
Businesses, landlords and commercial customers across Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey & Oxfordshire trust WP Extinguishers for professional, reliable fire extinguisher services. See what our customers have to say.
AREAS WE COVER
Local Fire Safety Services Across the Region
Based in Hampshire, WP Extinguishers provides professional fire safety services to businesses, landlords and commercial premises across Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey & Oxfordshire.
We work with a wide range of premises including offices, shops, warehouses, factories, HMOs and other commercial properties, providing dependable local support tailored to each site.
HAMPSHIRE
Fire safety services for businesses and commercial premises across Hampshire.
BERKSHIRE
Professional fire safety support throughout Berkshire.
SURREY
Reliable fire safety services for businesses across Surrey.
OXFORDSHIRE
Professional fire safety services throughout Oxfordshire.
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Keep Your Premises Protected
Whether you need annual fire extinguisher servicing, new extinguishers supplied and installed, professional commissioning or disposal of old equipment, WP Extinguishers is here to help.
Serving Hampshire • Berkshire • Surrey • Oxfordshire