CRAWFORD SPRINKLER

Name

CRAWFORD SPRINKLER

Legal name

Crawford Sprinklers

Website

https://crawfordsprinkler.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire Protection Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822), Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (237110), Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (23821)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Nonresidential Bldgs (1540), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Sprinkler & Standpipe Systems (Design/Install/Service/Testing) (BPABAHAB), Fire Sprinkler Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) (IMAIAJAA)

Keywords

• Fire sprinkler systems
• Fire alarm systems
• Fire protection services
• Inspection and maintenance
• Bi-directional amplification

Headquarters

HQ city

SUMMERVILLE, South Carolina

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Fire Sprinkler Systems: Design, fabrication, installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems including wet, dry, pre-action, foam, and deluge systems. Revenue is project-based, generated through bids and contracts with developers, general contractors, and property owners.
2. Fire Alarm Systems: Custom design and installation of fire alarm systems, as well as inspection services. Revenue generated through new construction projects and system upgrades for existing buildings.
3. Inspection, Testing and Maintenance: Ongoing inspection, maintenance, and repair services for fire protection and fire alarm systems. Annual inspection testing required by codes and regulations, providing recurring service revenue.
4. Emergency Service: 24/7 emergency response services for fire protection systems, including systems not installed by Crawford Sprinkler. Immediate response for urgent repairs and issues.
5. Bi-Directional Amplification (BDA): Installation of BDA systems for in-building public safety radio coverage, required by building codes for emergency responder communications.
6. Underground Fire Protection: Engineering and installation of underground connections to municipal water mains, including excavation and code-compliant installation.
7. Backflow Preventer Services: Installation, testing, certification, and maintenance of backflow preventers required by national, state, and local regulations to protect public water supply.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Crawford Sprinkler is a full-service fire protection contractor that designs, fabricates, installs, inspects, and maintains fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems for commercial, industrial, healthcare, and residential buildings. The company also installs clean agent suppression systems (FM-200 and Novec 1230), bi-directional amplification (BDA) systems, backflow preventers, underground fire lines, and offers 24/7 emergency service. All projects are supported by an in-house NICET-certified design team and an on-site fabrication shop with certified welders.

Product overview

Crawford Sprinkler is a full-service fire protection company offering an integrated portfolio spanning the entire project lifecycle: sales, in-house design using CAD and 3D BIM coordination, fabrication in their own shop, professional installation, and ongoing inspection and maintenance. The core product offerings include fire sprinkler systems (configured as wet, dry, pre-action, foam, and deluge systems) and fire alarm systems (using Honeywell-FCI equipment), supplemented by clean agent suppression systems (FM-200 and Novec 1230), bi-directional amplification systems for emergency radio coverage, backflow preventers, underground services, and fire hydrant flow testing. All services are delivered by NICET-certified personnel with 24/7 emergency response availability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fire Sprinkler Systems Automatic fire sprinkler systems in multiple configurations including wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, foam, and deluge systems for commercial, industrial, and residential applications. Designed and installed by NICET-certified designers using CAD and 3D BIM coordination.
• Fire Alarm Systems Custom-designed fire alarm systems using Honeywell-FCI industry-leading equipment for new construction projects and existing system upgrades to meet insurance and fire code requirements. Includes ongoing inspection services.
• Clean Agent Suppression Systems Advanced fire suppression systems using FM-200 (Minimax) and Novec 1230 (3M) chemical agents for protecting sensitive equipment, clean room manufacturing, and occupied spaces without water damage.
• Bi-Directional Amplification (BDA) Systems Emergency radio coverage enhancement systems using Gamewell-FCI equipment that amplify and distribute radio frequency signals throughout buildings to ensure reliable first responder communications during emergencies.
• Backflow Preventer Services Installation, testing, certification, and maintenance of backflow prevention devices required by national, state, and local regulations to protect the public water supply. Includes required annual testing.
• Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Regularly scheduled inspection, testing, and maintenance for fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems performed by NICET certified inspectors to ensure ongoing code compliance and operational readiness.
• 24/7 Emergency Service Around-the-clock emergency response for fire protection systems, including immediate service for systems installed by other contractors, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
• Fire Hydrant Flow Testing Water main capability verification and flow testing services, including approved City of Raleigh fire hydrant flow testing and high-rise pressure reducing valve standpipe testing.
• Underground Fire Protection Services Engineering and installation of underground fire protection system connections to municipal water mains, including excavation and code-compliant installation for new construction and retrofit projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Projects completed across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and residential sectors in the Research Triangle area and throughout the Southeast

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Honeywell-FCIcoreTechnology or IntegrationHoneywell-FCI authorized distributor. Crawford Sprinkler commits to using this industry-leading equipment and technology to build state-of-the-art fire alarm systems specifically designed for customers' businesses. The partnership provides access to professional-grade fire alarm components and technical support.
• Gamewell-FCIcoreTechnology or IntegrationGamewell-FCI equipment distributor. Crawford Sprinkler is an authorized distributor ready to assist customers with questions or concerns about BDA (Bi-Directional Amplification) systems. Provides access to emergency radio communication enhancement equipment.
• Associated General Contractors (AGC)minorOthersIndustry trade association membership. AGC logo displayed on company website footer, indicating membership in this major construction industry organization that represents commercial and industrial contractors.
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)minorOthersIndustry association membership and compliance with NFPA standards. NFPA logo displayed on website footer. Crawford Sprinkler's designs comply with NFPA requirements, insurance underwriter requirements, and local/state building codes.
• American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA)minorOthersIndustry trade association membership. AFSA logo displayed on company website footer, indicating membership in this organization dedicated to the fire sprinkler industry.
• NICETcoreOthersAll Crawford Sprinkler designers are NICET certified. Inspectors hold NICET certifications. The company displays the NICET Support Statement on their website. NICET certification ensures personnel have demonstrated competency in fire protection system design and inspection.
• City of RaleighcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApproved City of Raleigh fire hydrant flow testing firm. Their relationship with local authorities and willingness to be team players reduces permit approval times and ensures smooth installation and inspection processes.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Summit Fire & Security: National fire sprinkler and fire alarm contractor offering design, installation, and inspection services. Directly comparable to Crawford across core service lines, with broader geographic reach.
• Pye-Barker Fire & Safety: Large privately-held U.S. consolidator in the fire and life safety space, offering fire sprinkler, alarm, suppression, and inspection services. Closely comparable to Crawford as a multi-service regional fire protection contractor, but with substantially broader geographic reach and a roll-up acquisition strategy.
• Koorsen Fire & Security: Regional fire protection, sprinkler, alarm, and security services company headquartered in the Midwest. Similar in profile to Crawford as a multi-service fire and life safety contractor with an installed base, recurring inspection revenue, and regional brand recognition.
• Century Fire Protection: Multi-region fire sprinkler and suppression contractor serving the Southeast and other U.S. regions. Comparable to Crawford in offering fire sprinkler design, installation, and inspection with a strong Southeastern presence and similar customer mix.
• Fireline Corporation: Mid-Atlantic fire protection contractor specializing in sprinkler systems, fire alarms, and special hazard suppression. Direct comparable to Crawford in service mix and regional presence, particularly in the Mid-Atlantic.
• Wiginton Fire Protection: Florida-based fire sprinkler contractor offering design, fabrication, installation, and inspection services. Comparable to Crawford in lifecycle service model and Southeastern focus.

Broad incumbents

• Honeywell Building Technologies: Global provider of fire alarm, detection, and life safety systems and integration services. Both a peer (overlap on fire alarm systems) and a key equipment supplier to Crawford through the Honeywell-FCI authorized distributor relationship.
• APi Group: Public safety services platform (NYSE: APG) and one of the largest fire protection and life safety contractors in North America. Operates a broad portfolio of fire sprinkler, alarm, suppression, and special hazard services that directly overlaps Crawford's core offering, but at national scale with institutional capital.
• Johnson Controls (Building Solutions): Global building technology company providing integrated fire detection, suppression, and life safety systems as part of a broader smart buildings portfolio. Overlaps with Crawford on fire alarm and special hazard work but at vastly larger scale.
• Cintas Fire Protection: National fire protection services business within Cintas Corporation, offering fire sprinkler and fire alarm inspection, testing, and maintenance with a strong recurring service model. Comparable to Crawford's recurring ITM revenue stream but at national scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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