Titan Life Safety
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NFPA 291 COMPLIANT

Fire Hydrant Testing & Inspection

When a fire breaks out, the fire department needs to know exactly how much water your hydrants can deliver. Titan Life Safety provides annual flow testing and inspection of private fire hydrants to ensure they're ready for emergency use and properly documented.

NFPA 291 Compliant

Flow testing per NFPA 291 recommended practice

Flow Test Documentation

Complete test reports with static, residual, and flow data for your records

Annual Service

Annual inspection and flow testing keeps you compliant and documented

Flow Classification

Hydrants assessed per NFPA 291 flow classification

NFPA 25 requires annual inspection and flow testing of all private fire hydrants.

Untested hydrants may deliver inadequate flow — or fail entirely — when the fire department needs them most.

WHAT WE SERVICE

All Hydrant Types

Wet Barrel Hydrants

Common in warm climates where freezing is not a concern. Water is always present in the barrel. Each outlet has its own valve.

Dry Barrel Hydrants

Used in climates where freezing is possible. The main valve is below the frost line; the barrel drains automatically when the hydrant is closed.

Private Fire Hydrants

Located on private property to supplement public water supply for fire suppression. Subject to the same NFPA 25 inspection requirements as public hydrants.

Wall Hydrants

Mounted on building exteriors, typically connected to the building's fire suppression water supply. Common in urban areas with limited street access.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Inspection & Testing Scope

Annual Inspection

  • Visual inspection of hydrant body and caps
  • Check for physical damage, corrosion, or vandalism
  • Verify hydrant is accessible and not obstructed
  • Inspect nozzle threads and caps
  • Check operating nut for proper operation
  • Verify hydrant is properly marked per NFPA 291

Annual Flow Test

  • Static pressure measurement
  • Residual pressure at flowing hydrant
  • Flow rate measurement in gallons per minute
  • Calculate available flow at 20 PSI residual
  • Document results for fire department and AHJ
  • Color-code hydrant per NFPA 291 flow classification

After Any Event

  • Inspect after vehicle impact or vandalism
  • Test after any repair or replacement
  • Verify operation after extended non-use
  • Inspect after freezing weather events
WHAT WE FIND

Common Fire Hydrant Issues

Obstructed Access

Vegetation, parked vehicles, or stored materials blocking hydrant access are a critical fire safety violation. Clear access is required at all times.

Corroded or Damaged Nozzles

Damaged nozzle threads prevent fire hose connection. We inspect all outlets and replace damaged caps and nozzle components.

Improper Color Coding

NFPA 291 recommends hydrants be color-coded by available flow rate. Incorrect or missing color coding can delay fire department response.

Reduced Flow Capacity

Tuberculation, main breaks, or valve issues can reduce available flow below design requirements. Annual flow testing identifies degraded performance.

Leaking Hydrants

Leaks at the barrel, caps, or operating stem waste water and indicate internal wear. We identify leaks and recommend repair or replacement.

Frozen or Seized Components

Operating nuts and caps that are difficult to turn can delay fire department access during an emergency. We lubricate and free all components.

Schedule Your Hydrant Inspection & Flow Test

Make sure your hydrants are ready when the fire department needs them. Call us or request service online.

Schedule Testing 770-874-0402