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Fire Alarm Companies in Peterborough
Compare fire alarm companies in Peterborough that design, install and service commercial fire detection. From cold stores at Great Haddon to listed buildings near the cathedral, each listing shows the company's BAFE and SSAIB register checks, so you can shortlist installers for your premises.
- 6 companies listed
- 6 register-checked
- 4.8 average Google rating
- Updated 2 November 2026
Which fire alarm companies cover Peterborough?
6 fire alarm companies cover Peterborough: Swift Fire and Safety, Absolut Security Solutions, Britannia Fire & Security and 3 more. The highest rated is Swift Fire and Safety, with 5.0 from 82 Google reviews, and 6 are on the BAFE, NSI or SSAIB registers.
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What fire alarm work do Peterborough premises need?
Peterborough's buildings make unusual demands on fire detection. Distribution sheds and cold stores at Gateway Peterborough have huge open floors, high racking and, in cold stores, freezing temperatures that standard smoke detectors are not built for.
At the other end of the scale, the city centre is one of Peterborough's 29 conservation areas. Shops, pubs and offices there often sit in older buildings, where cable runs must be planned carefully and wireless systems can avoid damage to historic fabric.
In between are offices at Lynch Wood and Orton Southgate, workshops at Fengate and Woodston, and sleeping risk sites such as hotels, care homes and Peterborough City Hospital at Bretton Gate.
What fire alarm checks do Peterborough businesses face?
Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service enforces fire safety law in Peterborough and audits premises by risk. Its officers can ask for fire alarm test records kept by your own staff and by a competent engineer, along with emergency lighting records and your fire risk assessment.
That means a weekly alarm test by the person in charge of the building and a full service by a competent company. Commercial systems are usually serviced twice a year under BS 5839-1, with the logbook updated and a certificate left after each visit.
False alarms are a real cost for the county's fire service. Automatic fire alarms made up a third of all its incidents in the five years to February 2023, so it now challenges automatic alarm calls and does not attend them at most non-domestic premises between 9am and 5pm on weekdays.
Good design, the right detector in the right place and regular servicing all cut unwanted call-outs.
How much does commercial fire alarm cost?
Commercial fire alarm costs from £300 for a annual servicing (small premises) up to £30,000+ for a large addressable system (100+ devices).
| Work | From | To | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small conventional system | £800 | £2,500 | Small, simple premises |
| Small addressable system (8 to 10 devices) | £1,500 | £3,500 | Small office or shop |
| Medium addressable system (50+ devices) | 4,000 | £10,000 | Larger offices and units |
| Large addressable system (100+ devices) | £10,000 | £30,000+ | Warehouses and multi-floor sites |
| Annual servicing, small premises | £300 | £600 | Up to 20 devices, two visits |
| Annual servicing, medium premises | £600 | £1,200 | 20 to 50 devices, two visits |
| Annual servicing, large premises | £1,200 | £2,500 | 50 to 100 devices, two to four visits |
Typical ranges for commercial work. Always get a written quote after a site survey.
What should you check before choosing a fire alarm company in Peterborough?
- Check the company is on the BAFE register for SP203-1, or certified by another UKAS-accredited body, for the work you need.
- Ask which category of system your fire risk assessment calls for, and check the quote matches it.
- For cold stores and high-bay warehouses, ask about detectors rated for the temperature and ceiling height.
- In an older or listed building, ask how cables will be routed, or whether a wireless system would suit.
- Check the service contract covers two visits a year, logbook entries and a certificate after each visit.
- Ask about fault callout times and out of hours charges.
Common questions about fire alarm companies in Peterborough
How often must a commercial fire alarm be serviced in Peterborough?
Usually twice a year by a competent company under BS 5839-1, with a weekly test by your own staff. Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service can ask to see both sets of records when it audits your premises.
How much does a commercial fire alarm cost?
A small conventional system typically costs £800 to £2,500. Addressable systems run from about £1,500 for a small office to £30,000 or more for a large warehouse. Annual servicing usually costs £300 to £2,500, depending on the number of devices.
What fire detection suits a cold store?
Standard smoke detectors struggle in freezing, high-ceilinged spaces, so cold stores often use aspirating or other detectors rated for low temperatures. Ask a BAFE registered designer to specify detection for the room temperature, racking height and air flow.
Can I fit a fire alarm in a listed building in Peterborough?
Yes, and you must still meet fire safety law. In listed buildings and conservation areas, plan cable routes carefully or consider a wireless system. Check with Peterborough City Council before work that changes a listed building.
Who is responsible for the fire alarm in a shared building?
The responsible person under the Fire Safety Order, usually the employer, owner or landlord, must make sure the alarm is suitable and maintained. In shared buildings, landlord and tenants should agree in writing who services which parts.
Will the fire service attend my automatic fire alarm?
Not during the working day. Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service does not attend automatic fire alarms at most non-domestic premises between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, and challenges automatic alarm calls at other times. If there is a fire, call 999 so crews are sent straight away.
Sources
- Peterborough City Council: Conservation areas, checked 28 October 2026
- Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service: Business safety FAQs, checked 30 October 2026
- Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service: Fire safety audit, checked 30 October 2026
- Trade2Base: Fire alarm installation costs, checked 28 October 2026
- Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service: Community Risk Management Plan 2024-29, checked 30 October 2026
Where else can you find fire alarm companies near Peterborough?
You can also find fire alarm companies near Peterborough in Whittlesey (1 company).
