Fire Extinguisher Inspection Services Manhattan Bronx Brooklyn
FDNY-Compliant Extinguisher Inspection, Tagging, Recharging and Hydrostatic Testing — Same-Day Across Manhattan, the Bronx and Brooklyn
Fire Extinguisher Inspection in Manhattan, the Bronx and Brooklyn
A portable fire extinguisher is the cheapest piece of life-safety equipment in your building and the first thing an FDNY inspector checks. It is also the one most likely to be out of compliance. A missing tag, a gauge in the red, a Class K unit mounted too far from the fryer, or a six-year internal maintenance that came due two years ago can each turn a routine inspection into a violation.
Master Fire Mechanical inspects extinguishers for restaurants, delis, bodegas, offices, retail stores, schools, houses of worship, nursing homes and residential buildings across all three boroughs. Our technicians carry FDNY Certificates of Fitness and service every unit to NYC Fire Code section FC906 and NFPA 10.
What an Annual Inspection Covers
Each unit is weighed and physically examined. We verify the pressure gauge, seal, pull pin and tamper indicator, check the hose and nozzle for obstruction, and confirm the bracket height and clearance meet code. We also confirm the extinguisher class matches the hazard in that room — Class K within thirty feet of commercial cooking appliances, Class A within a seventy-five foot travel distance in ordinary occupancies, and Class B or clean-agent units where flammable liquids or electronics are present. Passing units are tagged and dated on the spot; failing units are recharged, serviced or replaced before we leave.
The Intervals Owners Forget
Stored-pressure dry chemical extinguishers need internal maintenance at six years. CO2 and wet chemical Class K cylinders need hydrostatic testing every five years, dry chemical shells every twelve. When a unit is due, we pull it, service it in our shop and leave a properly rated loaner so your space is never uncovered.
One Contractor, One Visit
Because we are a full mechanical fire protection contractor and not an extinguisher-only route service, we can inspect your extinguishers on the same visit as your hood suppression system, sprinklers, standpipes or exhaust work — one crew, one set of records you can hand an inspector. Same-day and next-day appointments are available across Manhattan, the Bronx and Brooklyn. Call (646) 772-1244.
Fire Extinguisher Inspection FAQs
How often does a fire extinguisher have to be inspected in NYC?
Every unit needs a quick visual check every thirty days, which staff can perform, plus a full maintenance inspection and tagging every twelve months by a qualified servicing company. The annual service is what FDNY looks for under NYC Fire Code section FC906 and NFPA 10.
Do commercial kitchens need a Class K extinguisher?
Yes. Any kitchen with deep fryers or appliances using vegetable or animal cooking oils needs a Class K wet chemical extinguisher within a thirty-foot travel distance of the appliances. It does not replace the hood suppression system; both are required and both are inspected.
How often does an extinguisher need hydrostatic testing?
CO2 and wet chemical Class K extinguishers require hydrostatic testing every five years. Stored-pressure and cartridge-operated dry chemical extinguishers require it every twelve years, plus internal maintenance at six years.
What happens if my extinguisher fails inspection?
We correct it on site whenever possible. Units needing a recharge, gauge, hose or pin are serviced during the visit. If the shell is due for internal maintenance or hydrostatic testing, we take it to our shop and leave a properly rated loaner so the location stays covered and compliant.
Can you inspect extinguishers and our kitchen suppression system on the same visit?
Yes. Master Fire Mechanical is a full mechanical fire protection contractor, so portable extinguishers, hood and duct suppression, sprinklers, standpipes and exhaust systems can be handled by the same crew on one appointment.
How fast can you get to my building?
Same-day and next-day appointments are available across Manhattan, the Bronx and Brooklyn. If you have an open violation or a re-inspection date, tell us when you call at (646) 772-1244 and we will schedule around it.
Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Service Intervals for NYC Buildings
| Service | Applies To | Required Interval | Who Performs It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visual inspection | All portable extinguishers | Every 30 days | Owner, manager or trained staff |
| Maintenance and tagging | All portable extinguishers | Every 12 months | Master Fire Mechanical technician |
| Internal maintenance | Stored-pressure dry chemical | Every 6 years | Master Fire Mechanical shop service |
| Hydrostatic test | CO2 and wet chemical Class K | Every 5 years | Master Fire Mechanical shop service |
| Hydrostatic test | Dry chemical and cartridge-operated | Every 12 years | Master Fire Mechanical shop service |
| Recharge | Any discharged unit | Immediately after use | Master Fire Mechanical technician |
| Class K placement check | Commercial kitchens with fryers | Within 30 ft travel distance | Verified at annual inspection |
For more, see our guides to portable fire extinguisher service in East Harlem and fire extinguishers for your small restaurant in NYC.
No restaurant owner or property manager wants to gamble with FDNY inspections, fire safety violations, or system failures — and that’s why so many NYC businesses rely on Master Fire Mechanical. Since 1969 we are the trusted fire protection and commercial kitchen fire safety specialists serving New York City eating locals from Yonkers to the East Village, NoHo, and Midtown to Gravesend as well as many other great neighborhoods including Harlem, Washington Heights, and Staten Island including: Fort George
We understand how stressful it can be to deal with failed inspections, violation notices, emergency shutdowns, and aging fire protection systems — especially when your business, staff, and customers are on the line. Our team works directly with restaurant owners, building managers, and contractors to correct issues quickly, document compliance properly, and keep systems operating safely.
From our Bronx-based operations, Master Fire Mechanical proudly serves all five NYC boroughs — including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island — providing fire suppression systems, hood & duct protection, exhaust system support, sprinkler coordination, inspections, testing, maintenance, and violations removal.
Whether you’re opening a new restaurant, upgrading an existing commercial kitchen, responding to a failed FDNY inspection, or taking over a previously closed space, Master Fire Mechanical is here to protect your operation and keep you compliant.
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