Confires Fire Protection Service

What Confires Fire Protection Service does

Confires Fire Protection Service, LLC is a privately held commercial fire protection company founded in 1984 and headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey. The company delivers inspection, repair, installation, and monitoring services across fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems (wet, dry, deluge, pre-action), portable fire extinguishers, exit and emergency lighting, kitchen fire suppression (wet chemical), and special hazard clean-agent systems (FM-200, Novec 1230, INERGEN, CO2, Halon replacement). It also provides commercial security services including access control, burglar alarms, CCTV, nurse call systems, and locksmith work. Services are sold and serviced under authorized relationships with OEMs such as Ansul, Kidde, Pyro-Chem, Victaulic, Viking, Tyco, Amerex, and Buckeye.

The core operational technology is the ServiceTrade mobile field-service platform, which technicians use to confirm appointments, document work with photos, video, and audio notes, generate digital inspection reports, GPS-validate visits, and deliver real-time quotes. A self-serve customer portal provides clients with service history, reports, and approvals. Online payments are processed through QuickFee. The company maintains six direct offices across New Jersey and Pennsylvania and operates as part of a broader Fire & Security Group of Companies that spans New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Virginia through serial acquisitions of regional fire protection operators (Fire Pros, Fire Systems of Michigan, Adam's Fire Protection, Maffey's Security Group, Harris Fire Protection, Peifer Fire Protection).

The business model is primarily professional services, with revenue generated from one-time installation projects plus recurring inspection, maintenance, and 24/7 alarm-monitoring subscription contracts. Pricing is quote-based and tied to on-site assessment rather than published rates. The customer base spans commercial properties, restaurants, healthcare, property management, manufacturing, education, hospitality, religious organizations, automotive, and special-hazard environments (data centers, telecom, museums). Named customers include FedEx, Jones Lang LaSalle, and various condominium associations and churches. The company is reported to service 10,000-14,000 customer locations annually and complete over 26,000 fire safety services per year, holds a 4.9/5 Google rating across 2,749 reviews, and employs 11-50 people. No public revenue, funding, or investor disclosures are available.

Name

Confires Fire Protection Service

Legal name

Confires Fire Protection Service, LLC

Website

https://confires.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Confires Fire Protection Service is a privately held New Jersey–based commercial fire protection company delivering inspection, installation, monitoring, and repair services for alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, kitchen suppression, and special hazard systems across the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Fire Protection Services

NAICS

Security Systems Services (56162)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Protection Systems Contracting (Sprinklers, Alarms, Suppression) (IMAFALAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Special Hazard Fire Suppression Systems (Clean Agent/Foam/CO2/Kitchen Hood) (IMAIAJAE)

Keywords

• Commercial fire protection
• Fire alarm systems
• Fire sprinkler services
• Kitchen fire suppression
• Fire alarm monitoring

Headquarters

HQ city

South Plainfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Fire Protection Services: Recurring revenue from inspection, maintenance, and monitoring services for fire alarm systems, fire sprinklers, fire extinguishers, kitchen fire suppression, and special hazard systems. Includes 24/7 emergency support services.
2. Installation Services: One-time installation revenue for new fire protection systems including fire alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, kitchen suppression, emergency lighting, and special hazard systems for commercial buildings.
3. Fire Alarm Monitoring: 24/7 monitored fire alarm services with cellular, telephone, and internet-based communication options that automatically notify emergency services and key personnel when fire events occur.
4. Security Systems: Commercial security services including access control systems, burglar alarms, CCTV systems, nurse call systems, and locksmith security services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Confires Fire Protection Service is a single-source commercial fire protection company that designs, sells, installs, inspects, repairs, and monitors fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, exit and emergency lighting, kitchen fire suppression, and special hazard clean agent suppression systems for commercial properties. The company also delivers commercial security services including access control, burglar alarms, CCTV, locksmith, and nurse call systems, supported by a 24/7 emergency response team and a digital customer portal.

Product overview

Confires Fire Protection Service is a commercial fire protection company offering a comprehensive suite of fire safety and security solutions. The core product portfolio includes fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems (wet pipe, dry pipe, deluge, pre-action), fire extinguishers, exit & emergency lighting, kitchen fire suppression (wet chemical systems), special hazard fire suppression (FM-200, Halon, Novec 1230, CO2, INERGEN), fire alarm monitoring, security systems, and vehicle fire suppression. These products are delivered as a single-source solution with related services including inspection, repair, installation, and training. The company also offers a customer portal powered by ServiceTrade for digital reporting and service management. Confires services various industries including assisted living, automotive, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, property management, and religious organizations, with offices throughout New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, and Northern Delaware.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fire Alarm Systems Commercial fire alarm systems for detection, notification, and emergency response in commercial buildings; offerings cover inspection, repair, and installation services for facilities in NJ, Eastern PA, and Northern Delaware.
• Fire Sprinkler Systems Wet pipe, dry pipe, deluge, and pre-action sprinkler systems for automatic fire suppression in commercial buildings, delivered with inspection, repair, and installation services per NFPA 25.
• Fire Extinguishers Commercial fire extinguishers in Class A, B, C, D, K, and ABC types with installation, inspection, repair, and OSHA-compliant employee training services.
• Exit & Emergency Lighting Exit and emergency lighting systems for safe building evacuation during power outages, with inspection, repair, and installation per NFPA 101 Chapter 31.
• Kitchen Fire Suppression Pre-engineered wet chemical kitchen fire suppression systems for commercial cooking environments, covering hood, duct, and exhaust system protection with inspection, repair, and installation.
• Special Hazard Fire Suppression Clean agent fire suppression systems using FM-200, Halon, CO2, Novec 1230 (FK-5-1-12), INERGEN, and inert gas for protecting sensitive equipment in data centers, telecommunications, and high-risk facilities.
• Fire Alarm Monitoring 24/7 monitored fire alarm services with cellular, telephone, and internet-based communication that automatically notify emergency services and key personnel during fire events.
• Commercial Security Systems Commercial security systems including locksmith services, access control systems, burglar alarms, CCTV surveillance, and nurse call systems for healthcare and commercial facilities.
• Vehicle Fire Suppression Fire suppression systems designed for vehicles, providing protection against fire hazards in automotive and transportation environments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Buildings with working fire sprinkler systems have damages up to 60% lower than buildings without systems (NFPA statistics)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AnsulcoreTechnology or IntegrationAnsul Fire Suppression System products are installed and serviced by Confires. Ansul provides fire suppression systems including restaurant kitchen suppression, industrial suppression, and vehicle fire suppression systems.
• Buckeye Fire ExtinguisherscoreTechnology or IntegrationConfires supplies and services Buckeye fire extinguishers for commercial properties. Buckeye is a manufacturer of fire extinguishers and fire suppression equipment.
• Kidde Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationKidde commercial kitchen fire suppression systems are installed and maintained by Confires. Kidde provides pre-engineered wet chemical kitchen hood suppression systems.
• Pyro-ChemcoreTechnology or IntegrationPyro-Chem Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems are provided and serviced by Confires. Pyro-Chem specializes in clean agent suppression systems for commercial applications.
• Victaulic Sprinkler SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationVictaulic fire sprinkler systems are installed and maintained by Confires. Victaulic provides fire sprinkler solutions including grooved fire protection products.
• Tyco Sprinkler SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationTyco fire sprinkler products are installed and serviced by Confires. Tyco (now Johnson Controls) provides commercial and industrial fire sprinkler systems.
• Viking Fire Sprinkler SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationViking fire sprinkler systems are provided and maintained by Confires. Viking is a manufacturer of fire protection equipment including sprinklers and valves.
• Amerex Fire ExtinguishercoreTechnology or IntegrationAmerex fire extinguishers are sold and serviced by Confires. Amerex manufactures a full line of fire extinguishers for commercial and industrial use.
• Guardian Fire Protection ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington DC. Part of Confires Fire & Security Group of Companies network with shared brand standards and best practices.
• Harris Fire ProtectioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington DC areas. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies.
• Fire ProscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving West Michigan from Grand Rapids location. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies expansion network.
• Fire Systems of MichigancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Southeast Michigan from Novi location. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies.
• Liberty Fire SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Central Pennsylvania and Western Maryland. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies network.
• Peifer Fire ProtectioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Central/Eastern Pennsylvania. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies expansion through acquisition.
• Maffey's Security GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated security company located in Elizabeth, NJ. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies providing expanded security services.
• Elite Fire ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Columbus, Ohio area. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies Midwest expansion.
• R.P. Biederman CompanyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Hamilton, Ohio. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies Midwest expansion network.
• Adam's Fire Protection Co.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving St. Clair Shores, Michigan. Part of Fire Systems of Michigan expansion and Fire & Security Group of Companies.
• M&M Fire Protection and SecurityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Goshen, Indiana. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies Midwest expansion.
• 1st Choice FireminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Martins Ferry, Ohio. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies Midwest expansion.
• Professional Fire ProtectionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated company serving Norfolk, Virginia. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies expansion in Virginia.
• Genron Fire ProtectionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated fire protection company. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies network.
• B.A.I. SecurityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated security company serving Burlington County, Pennsylvania. Part of the Fire & Security Group of Companies providing expanded security services.
• ServiceTradecoreTechnology or IntegrationServiceTrade provides the field service software platform used by Confires for scheduling, mobile reporting, digital inspection reports with photos/videos, real-time quotes, GPS tracking, and customer portal access.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Cintas Fire Protection: National fire protection division of Cintas delivering inspection, testing, maintenance and installation of fire alarms, sprinklers, and extinguishers — comparable full-service offering but backed by a Fortune-500 uniform services conglomerate.
• APi Group: Public safety services holding company whose life safety segment (Wiginton, Koorsen and other brands) delivers fire sprinkler, alarm, and suppression inspection and installation — overlapping capabilities with Confires but as part of a much broader global safety portfolio.

Direct peers

• Vanguard Fire Systems: Texas-headquartered fire protection contractor providing design, installation, inspection, and service for sprinkler, alarm, and suppression systems — comparable full-service, code-driven commercial fire protection delivery.
• Pye-Barker Fire & Safety: Largest U.S. fire protection and life safety service provider, run as a sponsor-backed roll-up of regional fire sprinkler, alarm, suppression, and extinguisher companies — directly comparable multi-service, multi-state offering to Confires, but at materially greater scale.
• Performance Fire Protection: Southeastern commercial fire protection company delivering fire alarm, sprinkler, extinguisher, and special hazard services — comparable regionally focused, multi-discipline fire safety service model.
• Koorsen Fire & Security: Family-owned commercial fire protection, security, and life-safety service provider operating across the Midwest and Southeast — same multi-service, regional roll-up playbook as Confires, serving similar commercial customers.
• State Systems Inc. Mid-South commercial fire protection and life-safety company offering fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and security services across multiple states — same integrated multi-service fire/life safety delivery model.
• VFS Fire & Security Services: Mid-Atlantic commercial fire protection contractor offering inspection, installation, and monitoring of sprinklers, alarms, suppression, and security systems — comparable regional, multi-service fire and security model to Confires.
• Total Fire Protection: Northeast commercial fire protection contractor providing installation, inspection, and service of sprinklers, alarms, extinguishers, suppression, and security — direct geographic overlap and identical multi-service offering to Confires.

Emerging players

• CertaSite Solutions: PE-backed commercial fire and life-safety roll-up serving the Midwest and South — competing roll-up playbook but at smaller scale and concentrated in different geographies than Confires.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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