Fire extinguishers

Q: Who can maintain or inspect my fire extinguishers?

All our fire extinguishers are certified for the first year from the invoice date. So if you work with us, you can sleep soundly! In addition, we can also maintain, inspect and check fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers , fire reels and emergency lighting that are used for professional purposes (in offices, in shops, restaurants...) and in apartment buildings or student residences have to be checked and certified every year by law . Not only is this essential for everyone's safety, it is also a legal requirement for your fire insurance. We can inspect all your fire extinguishers,no matter where you bought them. Click here for a free quote! 1. Competitive price guarantee We guarantee the best service (in accordance with the current standard NBN S21-050) at competitive prices. 2. A reliable partner We have many years of experience in maintaining and inspecting fire extinguishers throughout Flanders. 3. 100% satisfied We serve our customers the way we want to be served ourselves: punctually, professionally and at a fair price!

Q: What does it cost to inspect a fire extinguisher?

Our philosophy is to always give an answer that is as transparent as possible. The cost of inspection or maintenance of a fire extinguisher is determined by two factors. The number of fire extinguishers that need to be inspected Urgency: must it be inspected this week or during the coming months? This means we cannot mention a standard price for the inspection of extinguishers. You can however easily request a custom quote via our page maintenance extinguishers quote ! We will provide you a detailed overview of the costs within 24 hours.

Q: How often should my fire extinguisher be inspected?

Fire extinguishers that you use for professional purposes/in public (shops, companies, restaurants, hotels/B&Bs...) or in communal areas of apartments must be inspected annually by a specialised company. Fire extinguishers that you use for private purposes do not need to be inspected, because they are not compulsory, but it is recommended to have them inspected periodically.

Q: Are the extinguishers that you deliver already inspected?

Yes! All fire extinguishers you buy from brandbeveiligingshop.be will be delivered with an inspection sticker , which will be valid for the first year from invoice date . This means that you are in accordance with the law and you can use the fire extinguisher perfectly for the accommodation decree. Note: fire extinguishers that you buy in department stores don't have this sticker! Only with an approved device you can be 100% sure of a successful inspection. Only the small aerosol extinguishers that you use in private do not have this sticker, because they do not require any maintenance. Do you want us to check your extinguisher annually afterwards? Request a free quote now!

Q: Can you re-inspect an expired fire extinguisher?

Expired fire extinguishers can never be re-certified. Large fire extinguishers that last up to 20 years and can be re-inspected, but small fire extinguishers, such as those for cars, cannot be re-inspected. You can bring the expired fire extinguishers to your local recycling park. Finally, we would like to note that there is a difference between an expired fire extinguisher (usually older than 20 years) and an uncertified fire extinguisher. As long as a fire extinguisher has not expired (this can be deduced from the production date on the device or the expiry date on the label, depending on the model), you can have the device re-inspected.

Q: Do new fire extinguishers need to be inspected as well?

No, this is not necessary for fire extinguishers that you buy at brandbeveiligingshop.be! If you buy new fire extinguishers from us, they only have to be re-tested for the first time 1 year after the invoice date . All fire extinguishers are checked before sale and it suffices to request an inspection when the fire extinguisher approaches the end of the first year of life. All fire extinguishers you buy from brandbeveiligingshop.be will include an inspection sticker, valid for the first year from invoice date. This means that you are in accordance with the law and you can use the fire extinguisher perfectly for the accommodation decree. Note: fire extinguishers that you buy in department stores don't have this sticker! Only with an approved device you can be 100% sure of a successful inspection. Only the small aerosol extinguishers that you use in private do not have this sticker, because they do not require any maintenance. Do you want us to check your extinguisher annually afterwards? Request a free quote now!

Q: What does it cost to refill a fire extinguisher?

Stored-pressure fire extinguishers are almost never refilled again nowadays. Often the transport costs, working hours and cost of the material are (almost) as high as the price of a new extinguisher. Depending on the age of the appliance, it could be advisable to choose a new fire extinguisher instead. Cartridge-operated fire extinguishers can be refilled more easily. The price depends on the brand, type of device and volume. It is therefore not possible to state a clear price in advance. Read more about the difference between stored-pressure fire extinguishers and cartridge-operated fire extinguishers. If you would like an inspection of your fire extinguishers, you can request one through our quotation page!

Q: Can I inspect/maintain my own fire extinguisher?

Fire extinguishers, fire reels and emergency lighting that you use for professional purposes/in public (shops, companies, restaurants, hotels/B&Bs...) or in communal areas of apartments must be inspected annually by a specialist company. You are not allowed to do this yourself. Fire extinguishers that you use for private purposes do not need to be inspected, because they are not compulsory, but it is recommended to have them inspected periodically. You can however partially keep an eye on certain fire extinguishers : Stored-pressure fire extinguisher You can regularly check the pressure gauge on the extinguisher. We advise to turn the extinguisher upside down from time to time in order so the extinguishing agent doesn't clump at the bottom. As long as the needle on the pressure gauge is in the green, your extinguisher will have enough pressure to be able to be completely emptied. Also check the vessel of your extinguisher for external damage and possible corrosion. Cartridge-operated fire extinguisher You can't gather much from the outside of a cartridge-operated fire extinguisher. These extinguishers must be always checked by a specialised company. Read more about the difference between stored-pressure fire extinguishers and cartridge-operated fire extinguishers.

Who can maintain or inspect my fire extinguishers?

What does it cost to inspect a fire extinguisher?

How often should my fire extinguisher be inspected?

Is inspection/maintenance of my fire extinguisher mandatory?

Are the extinguishers that you deliver already inspected?

Can you re-inspect an expired fire extinguisher?

Do new fire extinguishers need to be inspected as well?

What does it cost to refill a fire extinguisher?

Can I inspect/maintain my own fire extinguisher?