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Family-owned, serving the Tri-Cities since 1979
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ASTTBC‑certified inspections, maintenance and new installations, plus 24‑hour emergency response. AW Fireguard ensures BC Fire Code compliance across the Tri‑Cities and Metro Vancouver.
ASTTBC-certified annual inspection, hydrostatic testing, recharging, and replacement for all extinguisher types.
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Annual inspection, battery backup, battery replacement, and 24-hour emergency service for all panel types.
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NFPA 96 compliant emergency testing, bulb replacement, and monthly test sign installation to ensure safe evacuation.
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Transport Canada approved hydrostatic testing across all of BC. Certified to test using recognized gas cylinders.
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NFPA 96 compliant inspections for suppression systems including fusible link replacement and gas shut-off testing.
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Approved K2 filling cylinders for Medical O2 and S.C.B.A. cylinders. All scuba cylinders come with mandatory proof of certification.
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Visual Plus testing for aluminum cylinders approved for use across BC. Certified to test using recognized gas cylinders.
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Hydrant flow testing, fire hose re-testing, and pressure testing. Maintained inspections across all of British Columbia.
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Comprehensive testing for wet and dry sprinkler systems, including backflow prevention testing and certifications.
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Call or submit a quote request. We'll schedule a convenient time to assess your property and identify every BC Fire Code requirement, at no cost.
Our certified technicians arrive on time, complete all inspections, testing, and service work, and document every action to your compliance records.
We track your inspection schedule and send reminders so nothing lapses. You get the compliance records you need. We handle the rest.
From household safety to commercial installations, we supply, install, and maintain ULC-listed fire safety equipment for every property type across the Tri-Cities and Metro Vancouver.
Multi-purpose dry chemical extinguisher for Class A, B, and C fires. Available in 5, 10, and 20 lb sizes for offices, warehouses, and industrial sites. ULC-listed and BC Fire Code compliant.
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Carbon dioxide extinguisher for electrical rooms, server rooms, and labs. Leaves zero residue - no cleanup or equipment damage. Available in 5, 10, and 15 lb sizes.
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ULC-listed fire alarm devices - photoelectric smoke detectors, rate-of-rise heat detectors, manual pull stations, and firebells - for commercial and residential buildings.
View product →AW Fireguard serves every property type across the Tri-Cities and Metro Vancouver, from strata buildings and commercial properties to industrial facilities and healthcare sites.
Premium fire safety solutions from the world's most trusted manufacturers, stocked and serviced in our Port Moody facility and delivered across the Tri-Cities and Metro Vancouver.
Trusted by local business owners, property managers, firefighters, and long-term customers across Metro Vancouver.
Practical fire safety guidance for property managers, strata councils, and business owners across Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
BC Fire Code requires annual professional inspections for all commercial fire extinguishers, but many property owners in the Tri-Cities don't know the full schedule. Here's what NFPA 10 and BC Fire Code require and how to stay compliant.
Read article → The BC Fire Code sets out minimum inspection, maintenance, and testing requirements for all commercial occupancies across the Tri-Cities and throughout British Columbia. We break down the key obligations for property managers and building owners.
Read article → Not all fire alarm service providers are equal. Here's what certifications, credentials, and service scope you should look for when selecting a fire alarm inspection company in the Lower Mainland, along with the questions to ask before you sign a service contract.
Read article →Answers to the questions Tri-Cities and Metro Vancouver property managers, strata councils, and business owners ask most about fire protection inspections, compliance, and equipment.
Under BC Fire Code and NFPA 10, fire extinguishers in commercial, industrial, and multi-family properties must be inspected annually by a certified technician. A more thorough internal inspection is required every 6 years, and extinguishers must be hydrostatically tested every 12 years.
ASTTBC (Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC) certifies fire protection technicians to provincial standards. All AW Fireguard technicians are ASTTBC-certified, which means your inspections are legally defensible and meet the requirements of BC Fire Code.
No. BC Fire Code requires that fire extinguishers in commercial, industrial, and multi-family buildings be inspected and tagged by a certified fire protection technician. Self-inspections do not satisfy legal requirements and will not be accepted by fire inspectors.
The right extinguisher depends on the fire hazards present. Class A covers ordinary combustibles, Class B covers flammable liquids, Class C covers electrical equipment, and Class K covers commercial cooking oils. Our technicians assess your occupancy and recommend ULC-listed equipment matched to your fire risks.
Our certified technician checks the pressure gauge, inspects the cylinder for damage or corrosion, verifies the pull pin and tamper seal, confirms the label is legible and current, checks mounting hardware, and records all findings. A dated inspection tag is affixed and a written report provided.
You are generally required to keep inspection records on-site and make them available to fire inspectors on request. In some jurisdictions, certain systems require formal submission. AW Fireguard provides complete documentation that meets BC Fire Code record-keeping requirements.
Fire suppression systems automatically detect and suppress fires using water (sprinklers), chemical agents, or gaseous agents. BC Fire Code mandates suppression systems in most commercial occupancies, high-rises, and buildings above certain thresholds. We assess your occupancy and advise on requirements and options.
For a standard commercial property with 10–20 extinguishers, our technician typically completes the inspection and any required recharging or exchange within 1–2 hours. Larger facilities or combined inspection/suppression service calls take longer. We minimise disruption to your operations.
The annual service is a visual and functional check confirming the extinguisher is in proper operating condition. The 6-year service (required every 6 years from the manufacture date) requires full discharge, internal inspection, cleaning, and recharging. This is more involved and priced accordingly.
Yes. BC Fire Code requires annual inspection of all life-safety equipment in multi-family buildings, including suites. AW Fireguard coordinates with strata managers to schedule suite access and complete all required inspections with minimal disruption to residents.
AW Fireguard isn't just another fire protection company. We're a family-owned business built on four generations of hands-on experience. Our team brings the certifications, local knowledge, and reliability that property managers, strata councils, and business owners across Metro Vancouver depend on.
When you work with us, you're backed by a team that treats your property like their own.
Serving the Tri-Cities: Port Moody, Coquitlam & Port Coquitlam, and across Metro Vancouver & the Lower Mainland.
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