Industrial Fire

What Industrial Fire does

Industrial Fire is a family-owned Texas commercial fire protection company founded in 1945 and headquartered in Houston, TX. The company designs, installs, inspects, repairs, and monitors fire suppression and fire protection systems for commercial facilities, with particular depth in restaurant kitchen suppression (authorized ANSUL® distributor since 1978 and one of the first four Texas distributors of the ANSUL RED system). Service applications span restaurants, food trucks, data centers, paint booths, retail, healthcare, and schools, delivered across 17+ Texas cities.

The business operates through project-based installation work (suppression systems priced at approximately $3,000-$5,500 per system and hood systems at $6,500-$7,500) combined with recurring inspection, maintenance, and monitoring contracts whose documentation is captured digitally through the BuildingReports.com platform. Compliance documentation is integrated into Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) workflows, supporting insurance and audit requirements. Registered service trademarks (Rest Easy Guarantee®, Proven Process®) and factory-trained certified technicians (including 78 years of continuous service to Harris County Fire Marshals) are positioned as quality differentiators.

The company holds five Texas state licenses (ECR-2061363, ACR-2368800, B10568601, HCR-2215410, RIN-A436) covering electrical, air conditioning/refrigeration, and regulated industries work, and serves a customer mix that includes both multi-unit enterprise QSR accounts (Torchy's Tacos, Chick-fil-A) and a long tail of small commercial clients. Revenue mechanics combine one-time installation fees with high-margin recurring service contracts, though the company is privately held and does not disclose financials.

Name

Industrial Fire

Legal name

Industrial Fire

Website

https://industrialfiretx.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1945

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Industrial Fire is a family-owned Houston-based fire protection company founded in 1945 that designs, installs, inspects, and monitors commercial fire suppression systems for restaurants, data centers, and other facilities across 17+ Texas cities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Fire Protection Services

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Fire Alarm Systems (Inspection/Testing/Monitoring/Service) (IMAIAJAC), Fire Alarm & Life Safety Systems Integration (BPAKAGAF), Fire Sprinkler Inspection, Testing & Maintenance (ITM) (IMAIAJAA), Testing, Inspection, Maintenance & Compliance Services (NFPA/Local Code) (HSAHAFAG)

Keywords

• Commercial fire protection
• Fire suppression systems
• Fire alarm monitoring
• Kitchen hood suppression
• Fire extinguisher services

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Fire Protection Installation Services: Installation of fire suppression systems, fire alarms, extinguishers, and related equipment for commercial kitchens, data centers, and industrial facilities. One-time revenue from system installation.
2. Inspection and Preventative Maintenance Services: Semi-annual and annual inspections with 20-point preventative maintenance checks. Regular recurring revenue stream from scheduled maintenance contracts that ensure systems remain compliant.
3. Repair Services: On-demand repair services to fix deficiencies and restore fire protection systems to code compliance. Typically 1-2 visits per repair cycle.
4. Fire Alarm Monitoring: 24/7/365 fire alarm monitoring service that alerts emergency services within seconds when fire is detected. Ongoing subscription-based monitoring revenue.
5. Fire Protection Products: Sale of fire extinguishers (ABC, BC, Type K, CO2, Halotron), replacement parts, and related safety equipment. Product sales complement service offerings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Industrial Fire provides design, installation, inspection, repair, and 24/7 monitoring services for commercial fire protection and suppression systems across Texas. The company sells and services ANSUL® wet chemical, clean agent, dry chemical, and CO2 fire suppression systems, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, and emergency lighting, primarily for restaurants, food trucks, data centers, paint booths, schools, healthcare, and commercial offices.

Product overview

Industrial Fire is a fire protection services company offering a comprehensive suite of fire suppression and safety products and services for commercial and industrial clients across Texas. Their core offerings include multiple fire suppression system types (wet chemical, dry chemical, clean agent, CO2, and hybrid systems), fire alarm systems with 24/7 monitoring, fire extinguisher services, and specialized protection for data centers, commercial kitchens, paint booths, and food trucks. The company is an authorized ANSUL distributor and provides the full lifecycle of services including design, installation, inspection, repair, and preventative maintenance. They partner with major brands including ANSUL, Amerex, and Pyro-Chem, and offer inspection reporting through BuildingReports.com.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ANSUL R-102 Fire Suppression System Wet chemical fire suppression system using ANSULEX low pH liquid agent for commercial kitchen hood protection. Designed to extinguish grease fires and protect ventilation hoods, ducts, plenums, cooking appliances, and hot surfaces. Pricing ranges from $3,000 to $5,500 depending on the number of tanks required.
• Piranha Dual Agent Restaurant Fire Suppression System Hybrid fire suppression system combining wet chemical and water agents for commercial kitchens, providing faster flame knockdown and cooling than single-agent systems. Provides twice the coverage and uses 60% less chemical agent than conventional systems.
• ANSUL RED (Restaurant Electronic Detection) Fire Suppression System Electronic detection fire suppression system that centrally monitors fire hazard zones and selectively discharges suppression chemicals only where needed. Features 4,000+ event history log and reduces downtime and cleanup after actuation.
• Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems Fire suppression systems using clean chemical agents that extinguish fires without damaging equipment through residue or water. Suitable for data centers and sensitive electronic environments.
• Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems Fire suppression systems using potassium-based wet chemical agents designed specifically for Class K fires involving cooking oils and fats in commercial kitchens.
• CO2 Fire Suppression Systems Carbon dioxide-based fire suppression systems that displace oxygen to extinguish fires, primarily used for flammable liquids and electrical equipment protection.
• Fire Alarm Systems (Installation, Inspection, Repair, Monitoring) Fire detection and alarm systems including installation, inspection, repair, and 24/7 monitoring services. Monitoring alerts emergency personnel within seconds when fire is detected and notifies the service team of any system issues.
• Fire Extinguisher Services Comprehensive fire extinguisher services including installation, inspection, recharge ($25–$50 per unit), and replacement for ABC, BC, Type K, CO2, and Halotron extinguishers, with annual maintenance per NFPA 10.
• Fire Protection System Design, Installation, Inspection, and Repair Full-service fire protection system lifecycle including design, installation, inspection, and repair services for commercial and industrial fire suppression systems across Texas. Includes semi-annual and annual preventative maintenance contracts with 20-point inspections.
• Data Center Fire Suppression Specialized fire suppression systems for data centers using clean agent systems to protect servers and critical electrical infrastructure without damaging equipment.
• Commercial Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression Fire suppression systems for restaurant and commercial kitchen cooking operations, including hoods, ducts, plenums, and cooking appliances like fryers, griddles, and woks. Commercial kitchen hoods priced $6,500–$7,500.
• Paint Booth Fire Suppression Dry chemical fire suppression systems designed for industrial paint spray booths to protect against rapid fire spread caused by flammable paint solvents and overspray.
• Food Truck Fire Suppression Systems Compact fire suppression systems designed for mobile food trucks and mobile cooking operations, meeting NFPA 96 and UL 300 standards and accommodating vibration and movement.
• 24/7 Fire Alarm Monitoring Round-the-clock fire alarm monitoring service that alerts emergency personnel within seconds and notifies the Industrial Fire service team of any system issues. Subscription-based recurring revenue.
• Emergency Lighting Inspection Inspection, testing, certification, and maintenance of emergency lighting systems to ensure compliance with NFPA 101 90-minute rule requirements.
• Fire Door Certification Certification services for fire doors ensuring they meet NFPA 80 standards for fire safety compliance.
• Fire Hose Testing Testing services for fire hoses to ensure proper functionality and compliance with fire safety codes.
• Fire Code Corrections Services to identify and correct fire code violations to help businesses achieve and maintain compliance with local fire marshal requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Response guarantee: 30-minute callback, 4 hours max to arrival onsite
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• ANSUL®coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 1978Industrial Fire is an authorized ANSUL® distributor earned in 1978. They are one of the first four distributors in Texas to receive distributorship and factory training for the ANSUL® RED Fire suppression system. ANSUL® is the market leader in kitchen fire suppression. Industrial Fire offers all three ANSUL® product lines including R-102, PIRANHA, and RED systems.
• AmerexmajorTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized partner for Amerex fire protection products including Amerex KP (Kitchen Protection) with Strike, Amerex HELIX® Pollution Control Unit Fire Suppression System, and various fire extinguishers. Amerex has demonstrated significant leadership in innovation including being first UL-approved for PCUs and launching Strike panel ahead of ANSUL® RED.
• Pyro-ChemmajorTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized partner for Pyro-Chem fire protection products including the Kitchen Knight II system, an alternative to ANSUL® R-102 for commercial kitchen fire suppression.
• BuildingReports.commajorTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partner providing inspection report management platform. All customer equipment is entered into BuildingReports.com, allowing 24/7/365 online access to inspection reports, 6-year and 12-year maintenance budgeting tools, and photo documentation of deficiencies tied to NFPA codes.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Koorsen Fire & Security: Regional fire protection and security services company with full-lifecycle offerings (design, install, inspect, monitor, maintain). Comparable to Industrial Fire in business model, service breadth, and vertical mix including commercial kitchens and industrial customers.
• Impact Fire Services: PE-backed fire protection services roll-up offering sprinkler, alarm, suppression, and special hazards services across multiple US regions. Closely comparable service portfolio and growth-by-acquisition model to what Industrial Fire represents as a regional platform.
• Pye-Barker Fire & Safety: One of the largest PE-backed fire protection services platforms in the US, providing sprinkler, alarm, suppression, extinguisher, and monitoring services. Directly comparable in service mix and customer profile to Industrial Fire.
• Summit Fire & Security: National fire and life safety services provider offering inspection, testing, maintenance, installation, and monitoring. Comparable to Industrial Fire in core service mix and commercial/industrial customer base.
• VFS Fire & Security Services: Regional fire and security services provider offering suppression, alarm, extinguisher, and inspection services. Comparable regional services platform with similar verticals including restaurants and industrial facilities.

Broad incumbents

• Cintas Fire Protection: National fire protection services business within Cintas Corporation, offering extinguisher, alarm, suppression, and inspection services. Comparable because it sells the same core lifecycle services (install, inspection, recharge, monitoring) to commercial customers including restaurants and industrial facilities.
• APi Group: Public safety, security, and fire protection services holding company with dozens of fire protection subsidiaries across the US. Provides an industry benchmark for valuation and is the most active consolidator of companies like Industrial Fire.
• Johnson Controls: Global building technologies conglomerate (formerly Tyco/ADT) with a major fire detection and suppression business. Comparable as the largest incumbent offering overlapping products and services across fire alarm, suppression, and monitoring.
• Honeywell Building Technologies: Honeywell's building technologies division includes fire alarm, detection, and notification systems with installation and service capabilities. Comparable as a broad incumbent in fire and life safety with overlapping products.

Regional players

• State Systems Inc. Mid-South regional fire protection and life safety services company offering fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and inspection. Comparable as a regional services platform with similar lifecycle offerings, though operating in different geography than Industrial Fire.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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