Fire Extinguisher Maintenance in New York City
FDNY-Compliant Recharging, Testing & Code-Required Service
Fire extinguisher maintenance in New York City is not optional “preventive care.” It is a code-mandated corrective service required when extinguishers fail inspection criteria or reach specific NFPA 10 service intervals. County Fire Inc provides FDNY-compliant fire extinguisher maintenance services to restore compliance, ensure operability, and prevent enforcement actions.
Our maintenance services are performed by FDNY-certified technicians and aligned with how FDNY inspectors evaluate extinguisher condition during audits and re-inspections.
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Types of Fire Extinguisher Maintenance We Provide
County Fire delivers all NFPA-required maintenance services, including:
Fire Extinguisher Recharging
Required when extinguishers are partially or fully discharged or fail pressure requirements. Recharging restores the extinguisher to full operational readiness using manufacturer-approved agents.
Six-Year Maintenance
Certain dry chemical extinguishers require internal examination and service every six years under NFPA 10. This process involves disassembly, inspection, and reassembly to ensure internal components remain functional.
Hydrostatic Testing
Hydrostatic testing is required at mandated intervals to verify cylinder integrity under pressure. Extinguishers that fail hydrostatic testing must be removed from service and replaced.
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When Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Is Required
Fire extinguisher maintenance is required when:
- An extinguisher fails an annual inspection
- Pressure loss or partial discharge is detected
- Physical damage, corrosion, or leakage is present
- Required service intervals under NFPA 10 are reached
- FDNY identifies deficiencies during inspection
Maintenance is not discretionary once these conditions exist. Continuing to use or tag a deficient extinguisher without corrective service can result in FDNY violations or enforcement escalation.
Codes & Standards Governing Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
Fire extinguisher maintenance in NYC is governed by:
- NYC Fire Code (FC Chapter 9)
- 3 RCNY §906
- NFPA 10 – Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers
- FDNY inspection and enforcement protocols
County Fire’s maintenance procedures are designed around actual enforcement expectations, not generic national interpretations.
Maintenance vs Inspection: Why the Difference Matters
This distinction is one of the most common sources of non-compliance.
- Inspection confirms whether an extinguisher is currently compliant
- Maintenance restores compliance when deficiencies or service intervals apply
An extinguisher may pass visual inspection yet still require maintenance due to elapsed service timelines. FDNY inspectors routinely check for this.
County Fire ensures maintenance requirements are clearly explained and correctly executed, eliminating guesswork.
Documentation & FDNY Readiness
All maintenance services include:
- FDNY-compliant service tags
- Updated maintenance records
Documentation suitable for:
- FDNY re-inspections
- Insurance audits
- Property management records
Proper documentation is critical. Incomplete or incorrect records are a frequent cause of violations, even when physical work has been performed.
Common Maintenance Issues That Trigger FDNY Violations
Based on field experience, common issues include:
- Overdue six-year or hydrostatic testing
- Improper recharging procedures
- Use of non-approved extinguishing agents
- Failure to remove condemned extinguishers
- Missing or incorrect maintenance tags
Our maintenance services are structured to identify and correct these issues before enforcement occurs.
Who Requires Fire Extinguisher Maintenance?
extinguisher maintenance applies to:
- Commercial buildings
- Residential properties with common areas
- Restaurants and commercial kitchens
- Retail and mixed-use buildings
- Healthcare, institutional, and industrial facilities
Any property subject to FDNY inspection must maintain extinguishers according to NFPA and NYC Fire Code requirements.
Service Areas
County Fire provides fire extinguisher maintenance services across:
Brooklyn
Queens
Bronx
Staten Island
Select New Jersey Locations
We service single properties, portfolios, and multi-site clients.
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If inspections have identified deficiencies—or if your extinguishers are due for mandated service—County Fire can restore compliance quickly and correctly.
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