Life Safety — NFPA 72

Fire
Alarm Systems

NICET IV engineered fire alarm systems designed, installed, and inspected to code — for every occupancy type across Utah.

Overview

Utah's Most Experienced Fire Alarm Contractor

Powered Control Systems is Utah's premier fire alarm systems contractor, with NICET Level IV certified engineers on staff — the highest field certification in the fire alarm industry. Since 2005, we've designed, installed, and serviced fire alarm systems for hospitals, hotels, schools, high-rises, warehouses, data centers, and virtually every other occupancy type across the Wasatch Front.

Our in-house engineering capability sets us apart from every other fire alarm contractor in Utah. We produce fully stamped, code-compliant construction documents without outsourcing to a third-party engineer — meaning faster AHJ approvals, fewer RFIs, and a single point of accountability from design through final inspection.

Whether you need new construction plans, a system upgrade, annual inspection and certification, or emergency service, PCS handles it all. We maintain close working relationships with Utah fire marshals and building officials, giving your projects a smoother path through the approval process.

Our Capabilities

  • New construction fire alarm design and installation (all occupancy types)
  • Tenant improvement and building renovation systems
  • System replacement, upgrades, and expansions
  • NFPA 72 annual inspection and certification
  • In-house stamped engineering drawings for permit submission
  • Performance-based design for complex and non-standard occupancies
  • Design-build (single contract from engineering through final inspection)
  • Smoke control systems design, installation, and service
  • Emergency service and repair — 24/7
  • System testing: functional, acceptance, and reacceptance
  • Interface with sprinkler, elevator, HVAC, and other building systems
  • Voice evacuation system integration
  • High-rise and large building system design
Why Choose PCS

The PCS Difference

NICET Level IV On Staff

The highest fire alarm certification available. Most Utah contractors have Level II. This means more accurate designs, fewer corrections, and inspections that pass.

In-House Engineering

We produce permitted drawing sets in-house — no outsourcing delays. Your plans are reviewed and stamped by our own NICET IV engineers.

AHJ Relationships

20 years of working relationships with Utah fire marshals means your projects move through approval faster than with any new contractor.

24/7 Service

System trouble at 2am? Our technicians answer. We provide around-the-clock support and emergency dispatch for all systems we install and service.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

NFPA 72 is the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code — the primary standard governing fire alarm system design, installation, and testing in the United States. Whether your building requires a fire alarm depends on the occupancy type, size, and local code adoption. PCS can assess your facility and advise on exactly what's required under Utah's adopted codes.

NFPA 72 requires annual inspection and testing for most fire alarm systems, with some components (like smoke detectors) requiring semi-annual or more frequent testing depending on the environment. PCS provides annual inspection programs that keep your system code-compliant and your certification current.

Yes — this is one of our core strengths. With NICET Level IV engineers in-house, PCS produces fully permitted, stamped fire alarm designs for new construction projects of any size and complexity. We can also provide design-build services where we handle everything from engineering through final inspection under one contract.

A conventional system divides a building into zones, where each zone triggers a general alarm. An addressable system identifies the exact device that triggered the alarm, down to the specific detector or pull station. Addressable systems are more expensive but provide far more information for emergency responders and are required or strongly recommended for larger and more complex occupancies.

Yes. PCS services and inspects fire alarm systems regardless of who originally installed them. We can assess, repair, upgrade, and certify virtually any fire alarm system from any manufacturer.

Related Services

Fire SuppressionFire Alarm MonitoringFire Extinguisher ServicesMass NotificationERRCS / DAS

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