Our Services
At Fire Alarm Shops, we specialize in fire alarm installation that adheres to the stringent requirements of the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 72. Our Fire Alarm Installation Drawings are comprehensive construction documents that detail the placement of fire alarm system components on architectural backgrounds. These components include initiating devices, notification devices, monitoring devices, and control devices. We also indicate the interconnections between these devices through detailed wire/pathway routings. Fire Alarm Shops provide fire alarm installation shop drawings in accordance with NFPA 7.4 Shop Drawings (Installation Documentation). As part of your Fire Alarm Installation Shop Drawing, you will receive the following minimum details.
Shop drawings shall include the following information:
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Floor plan drawings
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System riser diagrams
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Control unit diagrams
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Typical wiring diagrams
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A narrative description or input/output
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System calculations shall be included
Delivery and Requirements
Once your Fire Alarm Installation Shop Drawings are ready, we will provide you with both PDF and
AutoCad files for your records and future use.
To ensure a fast project turnaround, please provide us with the following:
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ï‚· AutoCad Architectural Backgrounds
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ï‚·AutoCad Reflected Ceiling Plans
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Complete Equipment Material List
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System Take-Off indicating the location of fire alarm devices
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Specification with inclusions and exclusions
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Detailed scope of work
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Manufacturer Product Data Sheets (if available)
If AutoCad files are unavailable, Fire Alarm Shops will collaborate with you to create backgrounds from
PDFs on a billable basis. Contact us for a quote.
Estimate / Quote
Each project is unique, and so are our estimates. To provide you with an accurate quote, we need
specific details about your project. Our estimates are tailored to your projects size and requirements:
You can use the information below to get an idea of the cost of your project. Fire
Alarm Shops is flexible in Pricing and the estimate may seem high or low, depending on the project
requirements. We encourage you to reach out for a custom quote when you feel the estimator is not
representative of the simplicity / complexity of your project.
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Base Plan: $1200.00.
Fire Alarm Shops is committed to delivering the most cost-effective and efficient solutions for design completion.
Base Plan: $1,200.00
The Base Price includes:
- Coverage for up to 80 devices
- Revisions required by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
- A maximum of 2 hours allotted for Record Drawings
- Minor revisions requested by the Engineer/Architect, with a maximum of 2 hours
Please note: If any items or requirements are overlooked, Fire Alarm Shops will take the necessary steps to rectify the situation. As a general guideline, if a change order is applicable to you, it will also be considered a change order for Fire Alarm Shops.
Additions to Base Pricing:
- $12 per device for each device exceeding 80
- $75 for Equipment Data Sheets
- $95 per hour for Record Drawings requiring more than 2 hours (the first 2 hours are included)
- $150 for the inclusion of the Texas State APS Stamp
* Voice evacuation Speaker/Strobes are counted as one device.
* Devices with Dual Circuits are also counted as one device (e.g., Smoke detectors with Sounders).
Fire Alarm Shops reserves the right to adjust pricing based on project complexity. For instance, projects adhering to Government GSA specifications may require additional time and incur extra costs. We encourage you to consult with Fire Alarm Shops if you believe your project will necessitate more detailed attention.