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Common Causes of Sprinkler System Failures Near You

2/15/2022 (Permalink)

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An automatic sprinkler system is a valuable tool in fire suppression and prevention for businesses in the Dane County, Madison, WI area. Even so, by some uncontrollable event, or if not properly maintained, these systems may fail. This failure could result in disaster by fire or from serious water damage from the sprinklers if water is unexpectedly released.  

With the recent cold snaps we’ve been having in the Dane County, Madison, WI area, we at have seen an increase in sprinkler system failures due to frozen water pipes this winter. Listed below are common causes for sprinkler system failures, potential hazards and prevention tips.  

Common Causes for Sprinkler System Failures

  1. Freezing of water filled pipes
  2. Mechanical damage
  3. Installation defects
  4. Deliberate sabotage
  5. Overheating from excessive temperatures
  6. Corrosion of sprinklers, fittings, pipes, and other components
  7. Environmental stress cracking of PVC plastic sprinkler pipe and fittings
  8. Manufacturing defects, including recalled sprinklers

Potential Hazards of Water Damage

  1. Damage - Destruction to property 
  2. Disruption - Loss of use of property during repairs
  3. Health Effects - Mold can cause health effects
  4. Costs - Repair and/or replacement of sprinkler system
  5. Reputation - Lost customers or tenants due to unusable space

Prevention Tips

  1. Maintain fire sprinklers in accordance with recognized standards.
  2. Ensure installations are completed by experienced and licensed contractors.
  3. Take action to reduce chances of system freezing.
  4. Call SERVPRO of Dane County West if water damage is experienced in your facility.

SERVPRO of Dane County West has the experience and professional staff to bring your property back to its preloss condition quickly and efficiently.  Call (608) 497-3331 today for a free assessment of your damage.

SERVPRO of Dane County West is proud to serve the West Dane County, Madison, WI area. Equipped with the training, tools, and experience to quickly and efficiently mitigate water or fire damage and restore your home or business, SERVPRO of Dane County West will help make it "Like it never even happened.”

  • 24-Hour Emergency Service.
  • IICRC Certified Firm.
  • A+ rating from the BBB (Better Business Bureau). 
  • Angie's List recommended with an A-rated reputation 
  • 5-Star Google and Facebook ratings.
  • We work with your insurance to help manage the insurance process and paperwork for a stress-free claims process.
  • General Contractor License #: 1317784

Water Damage, Flood Damage or Fire Damage? Call SERVPRO of Dane County West Today – (608) 497-3331

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