What is the difference between an addressable and a conventional fire alarm system?

A conventional system divides a building into zones — when a device activates, you know which zone but not the exact device. An addressable system assigns a unique address to every detector and pull station, so the panel pinpoints the exact device that triggered. For commercial buildings over 5,000 sq ft, addressable systems are strongly recommended and often required by code.

Do you handle AHJ submittals and permit applications in Miami-Dade?

Yes. PSS prepares all engineering drawings, submits them to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and manages the permit process from start to finish. Our team has established relationships with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Broward County Fire Prevention, which helps expedite approvals.

What happens if my fire alarm system goes offline or needs repair?

If your fire alarm system is impaired for any reason, NFPA 101 requires a fire watch. PSS can deploy licensed fire watch guards within hours to patrol your property and maintain compliance until the system is restored. Our 24/7 emergency repair team carries stocked inventory for most major platforms including Firelite, Silent Knight, Notifier, and Potter.

Can PSS upgrade an existing fire alarm system without replacing everything?

In most cases, yes. We perform a full assessment of your existing system and identify which components can be retained. Partial upgrades — such as replacing an aging control panel while keeping existing wiring and devices — are often possible and significantly reduce project cost. We provide a detailed no-obligation proposal before any work begins.

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NFPA 72-compliant design, installation, testing, and 24/7 monitoring. We protect offices, warehouses, healthcare facilities, schools, and multi-tenant buildings across Florida.

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What We Do

Miami Fire Alarm Installation,
Inspection & Monitoring

PSS is Miami's NFPA 72-certified fire alarm contractor — handling code analysis, AHJ submittal drawings, installation, commissioning, and annual fire alarm inspections for commercial buildings across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach.

NFPA 72-compliant system design and engineering

New construction and retrofit installations

Addressable and conventional fire alarm systems

Smoke, heat, and CO detection

Duct smoke detectors and air sampling systems

Notification appliances (horns, strobes, speakers)

Mass notification and voice evacuation systems

Annual NFPA inspections and testing

Emergency service and repair — 24/7

AHJ submittal drawings and permit support

Integration with access control and video

Monitoring by UL-listed central station

Fire watch services — licensed guards on-site

Impairment monitoring and fire watch coordination

Fire alarm system engineering and blueprint design

Code-Compliant Design

Every system is engineered to NFPA 72, NFPA 101, and Florida local fire code. We handle AHJ submittals and permit support from start to finish.

Technician installing commercial fire alarm panel

Expert Installation

Factory-trained technicians install and commission every system. We work around your schedule to minimize business disruption.

Fire alarm inspection and smoke detector testing

Annual Inspections

NFPA-required annual testing and inspection with detailed reports. We keep your system compliant and your insurance carrier satisfied.

Security operations center with monitoring screens

24/7 Monitoring

UL-listed central station monitoring with immediate dispatch to fire department and building management upon alarm activation.

Licensed security guard on fire watch patrol

Fire Watch Services

When your system is offline for maintenance, impairment, or repair, we deploy licensed fire watch guards to patrol your property and maintain NFPA compliance until service is restored.

Fire & Life Safety

Complete Fire & Life Safety
Protection for Your Facility

PSS delivers every layer of fire and life safety — from detection and suppression to emergency lighting, mass notification, and licensed fire watch services.

Addressable & Conventional Fire Alarm Systems

From single-panel offices to multi-building campus systems, PSS designs, installs, and services NFPA 72-compliant fire alarm systems for every occupancy type.

NFPA 72 Certified

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What's Included

Addressable and conventional system design
Smoke, heat, and CO detection
Duct smoke detectors and air sampling (VESDA)
Notification appliances — horns, strobes, speakers
AHJ submittal drawings and permit support
New construction and retrofit installations
Annual NFPA 72 inspection and testing
UL-listed central station monitoring

Preventive Maintenance

Keep Your Fire Alarm System
Running at Peak Performance

PSS service contracts include scheduled inspections, priority response, and documented compliance reports — so your system is always ready when it matters most.

Quarterly Service Tasks

6 tasks included in your service contract

Visual inspection of all detectors and pull stations
Test notification appliances (horns & strobes)
Verify panel trouble conditions are clear
Check battery voltage and charging circuit
Inspect conduit and wiring for damage
Test supervisory signals to central station

Service Contract Includes

Scheduled quarterly site visits
Full NFPA 72 annual inspection report
Priority emergency dispatch
Labor included on covered repairs
Compliance documentation for insurance
Dedicated service technician

24/7 Emergency Response

Guaranteed response time

System failures don't follow business hours. Contract clients receive priority dispatch with guaranteed 4-hour response windows.

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Flat-rate annual contracts available. No surprise invoices — just reliable, documented service.

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FAQ

Fire Alarm System FAQs

Florida law and NFPA 72 require a full annual inspection and test of all commercial fire alarm systems. Miami-Dade and Broward counties also require quarterly testing of certain devices such as duct smoke detectors. PSS provides AHJ-compliant inspection reports and coordinates directly with the Authority Having Jurisdiction on your behalf.

Related Services

Complete Your Security System

PSS integrates every layer of commercial security into one unified solution for Miami businesses.

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Certified On These Platforms

FireliteSilent KnightPotterSystem SensorBoschNotifierSimplexEdwardsGamewell-FCIHoneywellNapcoKidde

Is Your Fire Alarm System
Code-Compliant?

Schedule a free risk assessment. We'll evaluate your current system, identify any deficiencies, and provide a no-obligation proposal.

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Commercial Fire Alarm
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