Fire alarm inspection, testing, verification & repair
Certified fire alarm technicians for condos, rental buildings, offices, plazas and industrial units across Vaughan and York Region. Fire alarm installation, S536 annual inspections, S537 verification, testing and repairs, with the reports your board, insurer and fire department ask for.
Annual inspection & testing (S536)
In plain language: the Ontario Fire Code requires an annual inspection and testing of the fire alarm system to the S536 standard. Our certified fire alarm technicians carry out that annual work and give you a written report with a deficiency list. Monthly tests are typically the owner's or management's duty — we focus on the annual inspection and can include annual emergency lighting in the same visit.
We test and inspect:
- the control unit and annunciators
- initiating devices: smoke and heat detectors, pull stations, sprinkler flow and supervisory switches
- audible and visual signal devices
- batteries and power supplies
- monitoring signal transmission
You receive a written inspection report with a deficiency list.
Verification (S537)
Verification of new systems, and of existing systems after additions, alterations or device replacements, for example after a suite renovation, tenant fit-out or panel replacement. It is coordinated with the electrical work, so there is one contractor for both.
Periodic testing & repairs
Monthly and periodic tests, trouble and supervisory signal troubleshooting, device replacement, wiring faults, battery replacement, and correction of deficiencies from any inspection report (ours or another firm's).
Fire alarm installation
Our certified fire alarm technicians install fire alarm systems in new spaces and extend or modify existing systems, for example during a renovation, suite upgrade or tenant fit-out.
- New fire alarm system installation
- Additions and device changes to existing systems
- Wiring coordinated with the electrical work, so there is one contractor for both
- S537 verification once the installation is complete
Emergency lighting tie-in
Emergency lighting and exit sign testing in the same visit, with one combined report. See emergency lighting & exit signs.
Reports & logbooks for property managers
- A written annual inspection report and deficiency list
- Logbook entries for the building's fire safety records
- A clear quote to fix deficiencies
- Dated photos on request
Documentation ready for your board, insurer and the Chief Fire Official.
Vaughan & York Region
We work with building management across Vaughan and York Region. When the building's fire safety plan requires it, we coordinate with Vaughan Fire & Rescue Service or the local fire department — we do not claim special municipal contracts; we follow what the plan and the Code require for your building.
- Condominium corporations and condo managers
- Rental apartment buildings
- Office and retail plazas
- Industrial units in Concord and Vaughan
- Institutional buildings
Managing several buildings? See how we work with property managers.
Book a fire alarm inspection
Tell us about the property and the service you need. We will confirm a date and send a quote.
1 to 3 hour response across the GTA.
Fire alarm in trouble right now? Report a trouble or call 416-908-5331.
Recent fire alarm work
“Nick was both perfectly professional and genuinely human from start to finish. Our major electrical upgrade was assessed carefully, explained thoroughly and managed from beginning to end with openness and clarity, even when surprises arose and changes were required. Nick and his staff were respectful of the space. Their work was efficient and tidy. The finished product was a huge improvement, both in terms of ease of access/use and orderliness. I unreservedly recommend Nick and Involta Electric for your electrical upgrades.”
“I’m a realtor & often use Involta to solve my clients problems with any electrical issues (residential & commercial). Nick responds quickly, provides good suggestions and does excellent quality work.”
“I hired Involta electric to install potlights at my business.
Nick showed up on time, had great communication and did an exceptional job. He also made sure everything was clean and tidy before he left. Thanks for the great job!”
“Nick has done a few jobs for me, I really have no complaints about the work completed, everything done was as asked for and to code as per a city electrical inspections. The work was done in a timely fashion and the work area was left relatively neat and clean of debris.”
“What a great experience! The owner Nick, did a fantastic job installing my Tesla EV charger! He was prompt, professional, and knowledgeable about EV charger installation. The Tesla Wall Connector install was quick and clean, and they even helped me understand the new home EV charging setup. Highly recommend Involta, and especially Nick, for any EV electrical needs in Woodbridge and the surrounding area!”
Frequently asked questions
How often does a fire alarm need to be inspected in Ontario?
Every fire alarm system must be inspected and tested annually to the S536 standard, plus the periodic checks set out in the Ontario Fire Code.
What's the difference between S536 and S537?
S536 is the annual inspection and testing of an existing system. S537 is the verification of a new system, or of an existing system after additions or alterations.
Do you fix deficiencies found by another inspection company?
Yes. Send us the report and we will quote the corrections.
Will residents be disturbed?
We provide advance notices for residents and schedule testing windows with management to keep disruption low.
Do you provide a report for our records?
Yes. You receive a written inspection report with a deficiency list, and we make the logbook entries for your building records.
Do you serve Vaughan and York Region?
Yes. We inspect and repair fire alarm systems in condos, rental buildings, offices, plazas and industrial units across Vaughan and York Region. We coordinate with building management and, when the building's fire safety plan requires it, with Vaughan Fire & Rescue Service or the local fire department.
Who does the monthly fire alarm tests?
Monthly tests are typically the owner's or management's duty under the Ontario Fire Code. Our visit covers the annual S536 inspection and testing; we can include annual emergency lighting in the same visit.
Related services
Managing a building? See how we work with property managers and condo boards.
Emergency lighting & exit signs
Inspection, testing, repairs and LED exit sign upgrades, with one combined report.
Maintenance & service calls
Troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance for commercial and multi-unit buildings.
For property managers
One contractor for electrical and fire alarm work across your portfolio.