Private fire hydrants are the property owner’s responsibility, and keeping them working is both a safety issue and a code requirement. At Armor Plumbing, our licensed plumbers install, repair, replace, and flow-test commercial and private fire hydrants for businesses and facilities across North Georgia.
Private Fire Hydrants Are Your Responsibility
Any fire hydrant on your property, downstream of the water meter and backflow device, belongs to you rather than the city. That means the installation, testing, and upkeep all fall to the property owner. If a hydrant fails during an emergency, the consequences are serious, so routine service is essential.
In addition, most local governments and fire marshals require annual flow testing on private commercial hydrants. A flow test confirms the hydrant delivers enough water, at enough pressure, to fight a fire. We perform the test, document the results, and help you keep the records your authority requires.
Our Commercial Fire Hydrant Services
We cover the full life of your hydrants and the water lines that feed them:
- Installation and replacement. We set new hydrants and replace damaged or outdated units, including the underground water-line connections.
- Repair. We fix leaks, stuck or broken valves, damaged barrels, and worn parts to return a hydrant to service.
- Annual flow testing. We measure flow and pressure, then document the results for your fire marshal or water authority.
- Maintenance and flushing. We inspect, lubricate, and exercise the valves, then flush the lines to clear sediment and keep water moving.
- Gate valve service. We exercise and repair the gate valves that isolate your hydrants and water mains.
Fire Hydrant Work Is Underground Work
Because hydrants connect to buried water mains, hydrant service often involves underground piping and commercial water-line work. Fortunately, our team has the equipment and training to handle both, so you work with one contractor instead of several. We also service the backflow prevention assemblies that protect your water supply.
Keep Your Property Protected and Compliant
A hydrant is only dependable if it is tested and maintained. Contact Armor Plumbing today to schedule fire hydrant installation, repair, or annual flow testing for your commercial property.