NFPA 96 · NYC commercial kitchens
Fire Suppression System Inspection NYC
Keep your kitchen fire suppression system inspection-ready. Semi-annual testing, nozzle alignment, agent level checks, and FDNY-compliant recertification.
Complete scope
What the service includes
Kitchen fire suppression system inspection, testing, and recertification. Ansul, Kidde, and Amerex systems. FDNY and NFPA 17A compliant.
Semi-annual system inspection per NFPA 17A
Nozzle alignment and aim verification
Agent level and pressure check
Fusible link inspection and replacement
Manual and automatic activation testing
FDNY-compliant certification tag
Service questions
What operators ask us
How often must fire suppression systems be inspected?+
NFPA 17A and FDNY require semi-annual (every 6 months) inspections of commercial kitchen fire suppression systems. The system must also be inspected after any activation or modification.
What brands of fire suppression systems do you service?+
We service all major brands including Ansul R-102, Kidde, Amerex KP, and Pyro-Chem. Our technicians are factory-trained on each system type.
How much does a fire suppression system inspection cost in NYC?+
Fire suppression inspections start at $200–$500 depending on the number of systems and hoods. Multi-system kitchens or those needing fusible link replacement may cost more. We provide free estimates before any work begins.
What happens if my fire suppression system fails inspection?+
If your system fails inspection, you must correct the deficiencies before it can be recertified. Common failures include expired chemical agents, misaligned nozzles, corroded fusible links, or blocked pull stations. FDNY can issue violations of $1,000–$5,000 and may require a re-inspection within 30 days. In severe cases, they can issue a shutdown order until the system is compliant.
What are the NYC Ansul system requirements?+
NYC requires Ansul systems (and all kitchen fire suppression systems) to be inspected semi-annually per NFPA 17A and the NYC Fire Code. Inspections must verify nozzle alignment over current cooking equipment, agent levels and pressure, fusible link integrity, and manual/automatic activation. The system must be recharged every 6 or 12 years depending on the model. An FDNY-compliant certification tag must be affixed after each inspection.
Do I need a fire suppression inspection if I changed my kitchen layout?+
Yes. Any time you move, add, or remove cooking equipment, your fire suppression system must be re-evaluated and potentially reconfigured. Nozzles must be aimed at the correct appliances. Operating with misaligned nozzles is a serious code violation that FDNY inspectors catch regularly.