Fire alarm systems are essential to protect people, property and business operations. At SCE Electric, we design, install and maintain reliable fire alarm and monitoring systems that allow for early detection and rapid emergency response.
By detecting smoke or heat at the earliest stage and triggering audible alarms and visual strobes, a properly installed fire alarm system allows occupants to evacuate safely and helps reduce injuries, property damage and operational downtime.
Fire alarm system installation
The primary purpose of a fire alarm system is to make your building safer for employees, visitors, tenants and customers. Early detection through smoke and heat detectors significantly improves response time during a fire emergency.
SCE Electric installs fire alarm systems that meet current building codes and safety standards. Each system is designed according to the layout, occupancy type and operational needs of your building.
Monitored fire alarm systems
A monitored fire alarm system automatically sends a signal to a certified monitoring station when an alarm is triggered. The monitoring center then contacts the fire department, allowing emergency services to respond immediately—even if the building is unoccupied.
This rapid response helps minimize structural damage, reduce business interruption and shorten recovery time after a fire incident.
Code compliance and insurance requirements
In many cases, building codes require a monitored fire alarm system in order to obtain an occupancy permit from local authorities. Insurance providers may also require fire monitoring as a condition for coverage.
Some insurers may offer reduced premiums for buildings equipped with monitored fire alarm systems. SCE Electric ensures your installation complies with ULC standards and local regulations, helping you meet both legal and insurance requirements.
Planning, inspection and ongoing support
Proper fire protection starts with a thorough on-site assessment. Our team evaluates your premises, identifies risks and reviews your existing fire protection measures.
We guide you through every step of the process—from initial planning and system design to installation, ULC fire monitoring setup and ongoing support—so you can be confident that your building is properly protected.
Frequent questions : fire alarms
Do all commercial buildings need a monitored fire alarm system?
Not all buildings have the same requirements, but many commercial properties are required by building codes or insurers to install a monitored fire alarm system. An on-site evaluation is the best way to determine your obligations.
Can a fire alarm system reduce insurance costs?
In some cases, yes. Insurance companies may offer premium discounts for buildings equipped with monitored fire alarm systems, or require them to provide coverage.
What is included in a fire alarm system inspection?
An inspection typically includes evaluating detectors, alarms, control panels, notification devices and overall system compliance with current codes and standards.
