Fire Sprinklers for Care Homes & Care Providers
Care homes house some of the most vulnerable people in society, making fire protection a top priority. Nationwide Sprinklers design and install care home fire sprinkler systems that comply with BS9251 and meet all building control and fire safety requirements.
Nationwide Sprinklers
Why Care Homes Need Fire Sprinklers
Fire sprinklers Provide 24/7 protection for residents and staff
Residents in care facilities may face mobility challenges or difficulty evacuating quickly during a fire. Installing sprinklers:
- Provides 24/7 protection for residents and staff
- Controls or extinguishes fires before the fire brigade arrives
- Creates safer escape conditions by preventing flashover
- Reduces the need for self-closing doors and other restrictive measures
- Increases care home capacity through design trade-offs
- Ensures compliance with fire safety regulations and insurance standards
Types of Care Home Fire Sprinkler Systems
Our care home sprinkler systems are designed to suit facilities of all sizes, from small residential care homes to large nursing complexes.
Category 2 Systems
Suitable for small residential care homes with 10 or fewer residents.
Category 3 Systems
For larger care facilities with more than 10 residents.
Category 4 Systems
For multi-storey and high-rise residential care homes.
Retrofit Installations
Seamless integration into existing care facilities with minimal disruption.
Pump & Tank Systems
When mains supply isn’t sufficient, ensuring reliable pressure and flow.
Fully Concealed Systems
Sprinklers designed to blend into interiors for a discreet appearance.
FAQs About Care Home Fire Sprinklers
Are fire sprinklers mandatory in care homes?
Yes. In Scotland and Wales, sprinklers are compulsory in new care homes. In England, new regulations coming in 2025 will require them too.
Will sprinklers disrupt residents during installation?
We plan installations carefully, working around your schedule to minimise disruption.
Do sprinklers help reduce staffing or equipment needs?
Yes. Sprinklers can reduce the amount of portable firefighting equipment required and allow more efficient staffing at night.
Can sprinklers be fitted into existing care homes?
Yes. We offer retrofit solutions with minimal disruption, tailored to occupied facilities.
Protect Your Residents with Sprinklers
Our care home fire sprinkler systems are designed to save lives and ensure compliance. Call 0800 410 1100 today for free advice and a no-obligation quotation.