Fire Extinguisher Sales and Servicing

As Kent’s leading electrical and fire safety contractor, Kent Electrical & Fire supplies, installs, and services all types of approved fire extinguishers. We offer maintenance and servicing to businesses and commercial premises throughout South East England, including:

  • Offices and retail stores
  • Factories and warehouses
  • Pubs, clubs, and restaurants
  • Schools and sports centres
  • Hotels and private or HMO residential shared areas
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Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, it is a legal requirement for owners, proprietors, duty managers, and HMO landlords to ensure all building occupants and visitors are safe by supplying and maintaining the right type of fire extinguishers on site.

As BAFE-accredited fire safety experts, our engineers supply, install, and service all types of approved fire extinguishers. Discover our full services below.

Fire Extinguisher Sales in Kent

Fire Categories and Fire Extinguishers

Not all fires are the same. Different types of fires require the right type of fire extinguisher to be safely extinguished. Our fire experts will survey your business premises to identify products, processes, storage areas, and access points that may require specific fire extinguisher sets depending on potential fire categories:

  • Class A: Organic solids (e.g. paper, wood)
  • Class B: Flammable/combustible liquids (e.g. petrol, grease, oil)
  • Class C: Flammable gases
  • Class D: Burning metals
  • Class Electrical Fires: Caused by electrical equipment (symbol-based)
  • Class F: Fats (cooking fats and oils)

Which type of fire extinguisher do I need?

It’s essential to fight each class of fire with the correct extinguisher containing the appropriate extinguishing material. Each extinguisher is identified by a BS EN3 code, ensuring legal compliance and meeting British standards for portable fire extinguishers. Kent Electrical & Fire can advise you on, and supply, the right fire extinguishers for your premises.

Type BS EN 3 Colour Code Fire Class
Water Signal Red A
Water Mist White and Red A, F (also suitable for B, C, electrical - if tested for non-conductivity)
Foam Red with Cream Panel A, B, electrical - if tested for non-conductivity
Dry Powder Red with Blue Panel A, B, C, electrical
Carbon Dioxide Red with Black Panel B, electrical
Wet Chemical Red with Yellow Panel A, F (some also suitable for B)
Specialist Powder Red with Blue Panel D

All fire extinguishers supplied by Kent Electrical & Fire possess genuine BAFE (British Approvals for Fire Equipment) certification, the BSI Kitemark to BS EN3, and a CE Mark.

Need advice on the exact type of fire extinguishers your premises need? Get in touch today: 0800 689 1831 or info@kenteaf.co.uk.

Need to purchase Fire Extinguishers?

Kent Electrical and Fire has a dedicated trading division, UK Fire Supplies, offering competitive pricing on a range of fire extinguishers. Check out our range today!

Fire Extinguisher Servicing in Kent

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, fire extinguishers must be serviced yearly by an accredited professional with the necessary training, experience, and testing equipment. Not only is this a legal requirement, but it also ensures your fire safety equipment is in full working order should a fire break out.

All maintenance services must adhere to British Standards BS 5306, ensuring extinguishers are fully functional and safe. As a BAFE-approved fire safety contractor, we offer comprehensive fire extinguisher servicing for all types of portable extinguishers in Kent, including:

  • Water
  • Powder
  • CO2
  • Foam
  • Wet Chemical

PLEASE NOTE: Regular servicing by a BAFE engineer is essential for compliance with most commercial insurance policies.

Basic Servicing Plan

Under our Basic Servicing Plan, we will service your fire extinguishers once a year, as required by law. Our qualified technicians will assess the condition of your equipment and provide recommendations to ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Upon completion of the service, a maintenance label will be attached to each extinguisher, detailing:

  • Service date
  • Full weight
  • Service engineer’s name
  • Next scheduled service date

Extended Servicing Plan

Our Extended Servicing Plan includes discharging and recharging your fire extinguishers to check for full operational capability. We will also conduct a full basic service.

Areas we cover

Broadstairs | Ramsgate | Deal | Sandwich | Dover | Folkestone | Hythe | Romney Marsh | Canterbury | Herne Bay | Whitstable | Faversham | Ashford | Tenterden | Royal Tunbridge Wells | Tonbridge | Sevenoaks | West Malling & East Malling | Maidstone | Sittingbourne | Rochester | Chatham | Gravesend