FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

The City of Florence Fire Department strongly encourages the installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems throughout buildings for the increased protection of both lives and property. These systems, usually consisting of overhead sprinklers, automatically spray either water or a chemical as soon as a detector registers the presence of fire in the area. Fire Sprinkler systems are available for homes as well as businesses and are economically priced in addition to being a significant life and property saver.

All sprinkler plans must be submitted to the State Fire Marshal's Office for plan review. Plan approval must be obtained from the State Fire Marshal's Office prior to the final inspection of the completed project.

A permit and plan review of the system is required by the Florence Fire Department prior to installation of spray booth fire extinguishing systems. The department must approve the installation plan and system features before you can proceed. Once a permit is granted and the job is completed, a final inspection of the system is required by the Florence Fire Department. This process varies in cost. For more information about fire sprinkler systems and the department review process, please stop by the Florence Fire Department main offices, located at 144 East Palmetto Street, Florence between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday, or call them at 843-665-3231.