Selected projects.

Sprinkler servicing, testing and repairs in real buildings across the North West and beyond. Here is what the job involved and how our engineers handled it.

From an emergency leak repair to planned testing across occupied homes, each project calls for careful planning and clear communication.

Student accommodation

Sprinkler leak resolved within 48 hours.

Sprinkler call-out, Nottingham

Type: Emergency call-out
Outcome: System restored within 48 hours

Dry Risers Direct was contacted to attend an emergency call-out at a student accommodation in Nottingham following reports of a leak on the sprinkler system.

The job

An active leak had appeared within the sprinkler pipework. A quick turnaround was needed to minimise disruption and return the system to service safely.

The response

We attended within 24 hours. After identifying the source of the leak, we isolated the damaged pipework and safely drained the system so repairs could begin. Replacement parts were sourced and ordered while the engineer was on site, allowing us to confirm a return visit for the following day. Within 48 hours of the call-out, the faulty section had been replaced, the system refilled and testing completed.

The result

The sprinkler system was restored to full working order. Testing confirmed that it was operating correctly, giving the customer confidence that its fire protection system was fully operational again.

Residential development

44 flats tested in three days.

44-flat residential development, London

Type: Occupied development
Outcome: 44 flats tested in three days

We were appointed to carry out sprinkler testing across a London residential development consisting of 44 individual flats, all requiring access and testing.

The job

With so many occupied properties involved, the challenge was coordinating access while minimising disruption to residents and ensuring every flat was inspected within the required timeframe.

The response

Working closely with the building manager, tenants and our sprinkler engineers, we put an access plan in place. Clear communication allowed arrangements to be organised in advance, and the works were completed over three days with all 44 flats accessed and tested.

The result

All 44 flats were tested within three days. The team reported the remedial works while on site, allowing a quick turnaround and a return visit the following week. The project showed how careful planning can keep resident disruption to a minimum while sprinkler systems are tested and maintained.

Healthcare

Annual sprinkler service at Liverpool Hospital.

Sprinkler system maintenance, Liverpool Hospital

Type: Annual maintenance
Outcome: Service completed successfully

As part of an ongoing maintenance programme, Dry Risers Direct carried out the annual sprinkler system service at a busy hospital to ensure the fire protection system remained fully operational and compliant.

The job

Healthcare environments need reliable fire protection that is maintained to a high standard, with work carefully planned to minimise disruption to patients, staff and day-to-day hospital operations.

The response

Our engineers completed the scheduled annual maintenance in accordance with the relevant British Standards. The service included a comprehensive inspection, functional testing of key components, verification of system performance and identification of maintenance requirements. Working with the hospital’s facilities manager, all testing was completed while the building remained protected throughout the visit.

The result

The annual maintenance was completed successfully, confirming that the sprinkler system remained in good working order and continued to provide reliable fire protection. Regular servicing helps maximise reliability, identify potential issues early and support ongoing compliance.

Housing estate

18 homes serviced across one estate.

18-home residential estate, Isle of Wight

Type: Multi-property service
Outcome: 18 homes serviced

Our team travelled to the Isle of Wight to carry out sprinkler servicing across an established residential housing estate of 18 individual homes.

The job

With 18 homes to attend, the priority was to ensure every property was accessed, inspected and serviced with as little disruption to residents as possible. We coordinated access with the housing management team and residents.

The response

Our engineers carried out the required servicing and testing across all 18 properties, highlighting any issues to the relevant parties. Careful planning and clear communication kept the estate moving efficiently. The team also identified and completed minor repairs while on site, using frequently required components carried in the service vehicles. That helped reduce disruption, additional costs and the need for a separate return trip.

The result

Eighteen homes and 18 sprinkler systems were serviced successfully, giving the housing management team confidence that the estate had received the necessary attention. The project showed that distance need not be a barrier to reliable, professional fire protection service.

Your building could be the next one.

Every project on this page started the same way: someone responsible for a building asked us to look at their sprinkler system. Fire sprinkler maintenance, inspection, testing and repairs to BS 9251 and BS EN 12845, with the certificate within 24 hours.

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