Protecting people, property & reputation.
Risk assessments, alarms, extinguishers, suppression, fire doors and compartmentation — delivered across London and the South East by IFSM-aligned engineers with 25+ years on the ground.
- 25+yrs
- Team experience on the ground
- 24/7
- Emergency call-out SLA
- 400+
- Sites under PPM
What do you need today?
Tired of chasing certificates and missing compliance deadlines?
With over two decades of expertise, MetroFire delivers fire detection, life safety and passive protection solutions to commercial, residential and infrastructure sites across London and the South East.
A complete turnkey solution incorporating design, installation, commissioning and aftercare. Our technology-driven approach ensures your systems not only meet but exceed industry standards.
Protecting people, properties and peace of mind.
Managing fire systems through traditional providers can be challenging. At MetroFire we offer a single point of contact for risk assessments, detection, suppression, fire doors and compartmentation — eliminating the complexity of managing multiple contractors.
Expert consultancy and design combined with rapid delivery and comprehensive management. We take the stress out of safety and compliance.
MetroFire: your fire safety partner
People
Engineers, not call centres. Direct contact with the engineer who attended your site. No tickets. No deflection.
Technology
Digital asset registers, QR-tagged equipment and certificates uploaded to your customer dashboard.
Service
Prompt, professional and consistent. We work around your operation — out-of-hours, possessions, escorts.
Growth
Scaling with multi-site portfolios from 4 to 400+ sites with dedicated account management.
Everything you need under one contract
Fire Risk Assessments
Fire risk assessments for London, Essex and the South East — NFRAR-registered assessors working to PAS 79-1 and BS 9792:2025.
Learn moreFire Detection & Alarm Systems
Fire alarm and fire detection system design, installation, servicing and maintenance — L1–L5 and P1–P2 categories to BS 5839-1.
Learn moreFire Extinguishers — Supply, Servicing & Testing
Fire extinguisher supply, installation, servicing and testing to BS 5306 — the right type, in the right place.
Learn moreFire Suppression Systems
Fixed gas, water mist and kitchen fire suppression systems — design, installation and servicing through to commissioning.
Learn moreEmergency Lighting — Design, Install & Testing
Emergency lighting design, installation and testing to BS 5266 — monthly function tests and the certificated annual full-duration discharge test (typically 3 hours).
Learn moreFire Door Surveys & Inspections
Fire door inspections and surveys under Regulation 10 — quarterly communal checks, annual flat entrance door checks, asset tagging and remedial works.
Learn moreCompartmentation Surveys & Fire Stopping
Passive fire protection — compartmentation surveys, fire stopping, cavity barriers and AOVs, all evidenced with a defensible photographic record.
Learn moreFire Safety Maintenance Contracts (PPM)
One fire safety maintenance contract covering alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting, fire doors and suppression — scheduled visits, certificates and 24/7 call-out for contract customers.
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Industry recognition and expertise
When it comes to protecting your property and the people within it, you are covered with MetroFire.
Our comprehensive solution approach means that whatever your fire detection, life safety, or passive protection needs, we have the expertise to meet them. From initial risk assessment through to ongoing maintenance and compliance, we have got you covered.
- SafeContractor Approved
- IFSM Affiliate Member
- BAFE-aligned
- FDIS-qualified inspectors
"Responsive, knowledgeable, and got the job done without fuss. They helped us bring our system up to spec and explained everything clearly."
"We needed a team who understood the fire safety requirements in a rail environment — MetroFire delivered. Quick turnaround, detailed reports."
"We've used MetroFire for alarm servicing and extinguisher checks across multiple sites. Always on time, professional engineers, easy to work with."
Sectors we work in
Transport, residential, retail, industrial — sector-trained engineers, sector-specific compliance.
Commercial Offices
Single-tenant, multi-let and managed offices across Greater London.
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Rail & Transport Infrastructure
Stations, depots, sidings and trackside fire safety in regulated environments.
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Airports & Aviation
Airside and landside fire systems for airports, MROs and hangars.
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Industrial & Warehousing
Big-box logistics, manufacturing and high-bay storage.
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Purpose-built blocks, HMOs and BTR estates.
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Retail & Hospitality
Restaurants, hotels, pubs, gyms and high street retail.
ExploreFrom the MetroFire desk
BS 5839 Fire Alarm Servicing — What Compliance Actually Looks Like
Most fire alarms in the UK are technically non-compliant with BS 5839 — not because the systems are broken, but because the paperwork is. Here is the real-world checklist.
12 May 2026 · 7 min read
The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 — A Plain-English Guide
In force since January 2023, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 introduced hard duties on multi-occupied residential blocks. Here is what you must do, by building height.
21 April 2026 · 9 min read
Responsible Person Duties — What the Law Actually Asks of You
The Responsible Person is the cornerstone of UK fire safety law. Most people in the role do not realise the breadth of what they are accountable for. Here is the full picture.
30 March 2026 · 8 min read
Frequently asked questions
What areas do you cover?+
MetroFire delivers fire safety services across all London boroughs, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire and the wider South East. See our /areas page for the full list with engineers regularly working in each postcode.
How quickly can you carry out a Fire Risk Assessment?+
Standard FRA bookings are confirmed within one working day, with the survey typically completed inside the same week. For PPM contract customers, emergency call-outs carry a 4-working-hour response.
Are your assessors qualified?+
Yes. Every MetroFire assessor is registered on the IFSM National Fire Risk Assessors Register (NFRAR) and competency-checked against BS 8674:2025. We are also SafeContractor approved and BAFE SP205 V6 aligned.
Do you offer ongoing maintenance contracts?+
Yes — our Fire Safety Maintenance Contracts (PPM) bundle fire alarm, extinguisher, emergency lighting, fire door and suppression servicing into a single SLA-backed schedule with 24/7 reactive call-out.
How much does a Fire Risk Assessment cost?+
Cost depends on building size, complexity, occupancy type and FRA depth (Type 1 through Type 4). Most assessments are quoted within one working day of a brief survey call.
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