Fire Extinguishers

At FP Fire, we supply and install high-quality fire extinguishers in London. Our experienced engineers install fire extinguishers using fully certified, British Standard-compliant techniques, protecting your property and – more importantly – your family.

Common Types of Fire

To know which fire extinguisher is best to have on your site, we first need to know a little bit about how fires are categorised in the UK. We follow the European Standard Classification for fires, which has five different types, including: 

• Class A: Fire is fueled by solid materials like wood, paper, textiles, and most plastics. 

• Class B: Flammable liquids like oil, paints, or petrol start the fire. 

• Class C: Flammable gases such as propane, natural gases, and butane start the fire. 

• Class D: Fire starts with combustible metals, lithium, aluminium, and magnesium.

• Class F: Fire is caused by cooking oils or fats, which may commonly include deep fat fryers or chip pans. 

Electrical fires need special attention and care when putting out, as there’s a risk of electrocution.

Explore Our Range of Fire Extinguishers in London

Different types of fires require different extinguishers, and using the wrong one can make a fire worse. We supply and install all major types of fire extinguishers, ensuring each one is suited to the risks within your building.

Water Extinguisher

✅ Ideal for use on Class A fires, started by solid materials such as paper, textiles, wood, fabric, or cloth. 

❌ Not suitable for electrical fires or flammable liquids. Water extinguishers pose a risk of electrocution when used on electrical fires. 

If you need a water fire extinguisher in London, please give us a call today.

Foam Extinguisher

✅ You can use foam extinguishers for Class A and Class B fires, caused by items such as solid materials (Class A) or flammable liquids like oil, paint, diesel, or petrol (Class B). 

❌ Never use foam extinguishers for electrical fires or fires caused by flammable liquids. 

If you need a foam extinguisher for your London business, contact us today.

CO₂ Extinguisher

✅ CO2 extinguishers are best used on electrical fires or Class B fires, started by flammable liquids. 

❌ Don’t use Co2 extinguishers on cooking oil fires, as the powerful discharge can spread the burning oil. 

Does a foam extinguisher suit your London business? Get in touch with us today.

Dry Powder Extinguisher

✅ Dry powder extinguishers are safe for use on Class A, Class B, and Class C fires. You can use them on fires started by solid materials, flammable liquids, and flammable gases. 

❌ Lithium (battery) fires burn too hot for dry powder extinguishers to be effective. Avoid using them on such fires, as they will only temporarily stop the flames. 

If you’re looking for a dry powder extinguisher in London, give our team a call today.

Wet Chemical Extinguisher

✅ Wet chemical extinguishers can be used on both Class A and Class F fires to put out fires started by solid materials and cooking oils.

❌ Flammable liquids and electrical fires are not safe to put out with a wet chemical extinguisher. 

Need a wet chemical extinguisher in London? Reach out to us today.

Fire Extinguisher Installation in London and Beyond

We offer expert fire extinguisher installation in London and further afield. Whether you’re in Croydon, Camden, or outside of London, we can help you. Our team comes to assess your property first, allowing us to recommend the right combination of extinguishers to provide safe and effective coverage. Once we know the extinguisher for you, we provide installation services to ensure protection from day one. We provide honest, safe, reliable advice alongside our professional fire extinguisher installation. You can trust us to do the job right the first time.

Our Fire Extinguisher Services

We offer services beyond our fire extinguisher installation to ensure your premises are protected and compliant. From supply and installation to ongoing maintenance, our qualified engineers handle every stage with care and precision.

As such, you can come to us for a range of other services, including:

• Fire strategy reports
• Evacuation plans
• Emergency light installation
• Staff training on safe and effective use
• Annual maintenance and servicing
• Refilling in line with BS5306 standards
• Fire extinguisher testing and inspection
• Full certification and compliance documentation

Proudly Serving Our Clients

We’re proud to supply and maintain fire extinguishers for homes, offices, schools, and commercial buildings across London and the surrounding areas. Every installation and service visit is completed with care, ensuring our clients stay compliant and confident in their fire safety systems.

We Keep You, Your Family, and Your Business Safe With Expert Fire Extinguishers

Here at FP Fire, we’re passionate about ensuring safe, reliable fire extinguisher installation and maintenance for all of our clients. 

With over 40 years of experience, you can trust us to provide accurate advice, alongside professional fire extinguisher installation. We know the importance of tailoring fire protection to the design of the building. As such, we take the time to assess the best solutions for you and the property. 

If you need expert fire installation in London, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team. You can give us a call on 020 3633 7572 or send us an email to info@fpfire.co.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.

Frequently Asked Questions

We know fire extinguisher safety can raise a few questions, so here are some of the most common ones our clients ask before installation or servicing.