Fire Extinguisher Supply, Installation
& Inspection — London, Ontario
Whether you're opening a new business or keeping an existing one compliant, London Fire Protection supplies, installs, and certifies fire extinguishers for commercial properties across London, Ontario. OFC-compliant inspections, placement, and a detailed compliance report after every visit.
Pricing
A service fee applies per visit. All prices ex-HST.
| Unit | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2lb ABC Dry Chemical | Vehicle, small office, secondary unit | $60 |
| 5lb ABC Dry Chemical | Office, retail, small commercial | $75 |
| 10lb ABC Dry Chemical | Medium commercial, warehouse, garage | $115 |
| 20lb ABC Dry Chemical | Large warehouse, industrial, high-hazard | $250 |
| 5lb CO2 | Auto shop, electrical panels, server rooms | $350 |
| 1–5 Units | 6+ Units | |
|---|---|---|
| Service / Base Fee | $65 | $90 |
| Per Unit | $18 | $13 |
| Minimum Charge | $90 | — |
Hydrostatic testing is quoted on-site based on unit age and condition. Multi-service bundles (FE + emergency lighting same visit) receive a reduced service fee.
What Does My Business Need?
Answer two quick questions and get a starting-point recommendation. We'll confirm the exact units and placement when we quote your property.
Who's Actually Responsible?
It depends on your situation — but in most cases, it lands closer to you than you think.
Check Your Lease
Most people never read every clause in a commercial lease. But buried in most standard agreements is a maintenance clause that makes the tenant responsible for fire safety equipment within their unit — extinguishers, inspection records, and all.
You may already be contractually obligated and not know it. If you haven't checked, assume it's in there — because it usually is. Being in breach of that clause gives your landlord grounds to withhold your deposit, pursue damages, or move to terminate your lease.
Check Section 8–12 of your lease — "Tenant Obligations"Either Way, the Consequences Are Yours
Even if your lease is silent on fire equipment, the consequences of non-compliance fall on the operator. Your business insurance requires maintained fire suppression as a condition of coverage — a denied claim after a grease fire is your problem, not your landlord's.
Your operating licence depends on passing fire inspections. Your employees are your responsibility under OHSA. None of that changes because you rent instead of own.
Ontario OHSA — Employer Duty to Provide Safe WorkplaceIf You Own the Building
Under OFC Section 6.2, the building owner is legally responsible for ensuring fire extinguishers are installed, certified, and maintained in every occupied space. A lease can delegate day-to-day maintenance to your tenant — but it cannot transfer your liability.
If a tenant-run space fails a fire inspection, the order comes to you. Verify compliance yourself — don't rely on a tenant's word.
OFC O. Reg. 213/07 — Section 6.2From Quote to Certified
Free Quote & Walkthrough
We assess your space, identify fire hazard classes, and recommend the exact units and placement you need — at no charge before you commit.
Supply & Install
We bring the units, mount them at the correct height and location, and ensure coverage meets NFPA 10 travel distance requirements throughout your space.
Compliance & Tagging
Every unit gets a dated compliance tag signed by a qualified technician. Your compliance report is issued the same day — ready for any inspection.
Annual Reminder & Renewal
We track your inspection dates and reach out before your compliance expires. No paperwork chasing — we keep you compliant year over year.
Common Questions
Under NFPA 10 and the Ontario Fire Code, you need at least one 2A-rated extinguisher for every 3,000 sqft, with no more than 75 feet of travel distance between units. Higher-hazard occupancies like restaurants and auto shops require additional or specialized units. A qualified technician can determine the exact quantity and placement for your space during a free walkthrough.
It depends on your fire hazards. ABC dry chemical covers most commercial spaces (offices, retail, warehouses). Commercial kitchens require a Wet Chemical K-Class unit in addition to an ABC — this is a specific OFC requirement. Auto shops and garages should also have CO2 extinguishers near fuel and electrical hazards. Use the calculator above for a quick starting point, or contact us for a full assessment.
Check your lease first. Most commercial leases include a maintenance clause that makes the tenant responsible for fire safety equipment within their unit — extinguishers, inspection records, compliance documentation. Most tenants never notice it until something goes wrong. If you haven't checked, assume it's in there.
Beyond the lease, the consequences of non-compliance land on the operator regardless of ownership. Your business insurance requires maintained fire suppression as a condition of coverage — if there's a fire and the extinguisher wasn't serviced, the claim gets denied. Your operating licence depends on passing fire inspections. Under OHSA, your employees' safety is your responsibility.
The building owner retains ultimate liability under OFC Section 6.2 — but that doesn't protect you from a denied claim, a closed business, or a lease default.
Monthly visual inspections are required by the owner or occupant under the Ontario Fire Code (O. Reg. 213/07). Annual inspections must be performed by a qualified technician, who will issue a dated compliance tag. A hydrostatic pressure test is required every 5 or 6 years depending on extinguisher type. Failing to maintain inspection records can result in fines and a failed official inspection.
A failed unit must be taken out of service immediately and recharged, repaired, or replaced. We identify and tag any failed units on-site and provide a recharge or replacement quote before we leave. You won't be left with a gap in coverage. Continuing to use a non-compliant extinguisher puts your occupants at risk and exposes you to liability under the Ontario Fire Code.
Yes — for the annual inspection. Monthly visual checks can be performed by the owner or a designated staff member, but the annual service must be completed by a qualified fire protection technician in accordance with NFPA 10 and the Ontario Fire Code. Only a qualified technician can issue the compliance tag that keeps your records valid for a fire department inspection.
NFPA 10 is the Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers published by the National Fire Protection Association. It defines selection, installation, inspection, maintenance, and testing requirements. Ontario Fire Code Section 6.2 references NFPA 10 as the compliance standard. An NFPA 10 inspection involves checking gauge pressure, safety pin and tamper seal, label legibility, mounting height, and performing a full maintenance service — resulting in a dated compliance tag signed by a qualified technician.
You can purchase an extinguisher, but it must be installed and initially certified by a qualified technician to be OFC compliant. Improper mounting height, wrong unit type for your hazard class, or a missing inspection tag will result in non-compliance during a fire department inspection. We supply, install, and document compliance in a single visit — you don't need to coordinate multiple parties.
A fire inspection order means the London Fire Department has identified fire code violations at your property that must be corrected by a specific deadline. Common issues include missing or expired fire extinguishers, no inspection tags, improper placement, failed emergency lighting, and missing smoke alarms.
Don't wait — the deadline is enforceable and fines can be significant. Contact us as soon as you receive the order. We'll review the violations, provide a same-day or next-day quote, and schedule the work to get you compliant before your deadline. We handle fire extinguisher supply, installation, and inspection, emergency lighting testing, and smoke alarm replacements — most orders can be resolved in a single visit.
Contact us now with a copy of your inspection order and we'll tell you exactly what's needed.