Home fire sprinklers are an effective way to protect your home from fire damage. They are designed to activate quickly and extinguish fires before they can spread, minimizing property damage and potentially saving lives. If you are considering installing a fire sprinkler system in your home here in New Zealand, here are some key things to look for:

1. Compliance with New Zealand standards

When purchasing a fire sprinkler system for your home, it is important to ensure that it meets New Zealand standards for fire safety. The New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) sets out the requirements for fire sprinkler systems, and any system you install in your home should meet these standards.

LEAP BLAZESTOP Home Fire Sprinkler System is designed to meet New Zealand Standard NZS 4517:2010 Fire Sprinkler Systems for houses and we’ll comply with NZBC Clause G12 water supplies and acceptable solutions C/AS1 once installed.

Our robust piping system is manufactured and certified to carry the prestigious WaterMark License. Our polybutylene (PB) pipe and fittings are manufactured to the AS/NZS 2642 Standard and our multi-layer (PEX) piping system is manufactured to the AS 4176 Standard.

BLAZESTOP fire sprinkler heads are guaranteed for 5 years against defects in material or workmanship (when they’ve been installed by a registered plumber, following approved guidelines) and our PB and PEX piping systems are guaranteed for 25 years.

2. Type of sprinkler system

There are different types of home fire sprinkler systems available, and the type you choose will depend on the size, layout, and location of your home. For a typical residential home, a wet pipe system is often the best choice. This type of system has water constantly flowing through the pipes, so it can quickly respond to a fire.

3. Installation and maintenance

Home fire sprinkler systems should be installed and maintained by a qualified professional. Look for a company that has experience installing and maintaining domestic fire sprinklers in New Zealand. Regular maintenance is important to ensure that the system is working properly and will be effective in the event of a fire.

LEAP BLAZESTOP is light and flexible, making it easy and cost-effective to install, even in hard-to-reach areas. The fittings don’t need a flame or heat-based jointing method making it much safer to work with, especially in restricted areas.

4. Design/Aesthetics

While fire safety is the primary consideration, many homeowners are also concerned with the appearance of the sprinkler system. Look for a system that is designed to be unobtrusive and blends in with your home's decor.

LEAP BLAZESTOP Systems are designed specifically for each home. Our concealed fire sprinkler heads are UL listed and are the only fire sprinkler heads certified to carry the WaterMark License. BLAZESTOP’s concealed fire sprinkler heads for homes have the smallest cover plate in the industry with only 60mm in diameter.

5. Cost

Home fire sprinkler systems can vary in cost depending on the size of your home and the type of system you choose. While cost is an important consideration, it is also important to remember that a fire can cause significant damage and result in significant financial loss. Installing a home fire sprinkler system is an investment in the safety of your home and family.

In summary, when choosing a fire sprinkler system for your home in New Zealand, it is important to look for a system that meets New Zealand standards, is appropriate for your home's size and layout, is installed by a qualified installer, has an extensive warranty, is aesthetically unobtrusive, and is a worthwhile investment in the safety of your home and family.

View our indicative cost table for BLAZESTOP Fire Sprinklers here.

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Simply e-mail your plans (conceptual or consent) to blazestop@leapltd.co.nz and we’ll provide a no-obligation initial draft layout and quotation.

You can also ring us at 0800-100-111 to discuss your requirements or any questions you may have about BLAZESTOP home fire sprinklers.

Five things to consider when choosing a fire sprinkler system for your home.

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