If you have an outdated fire protection system in Los Angeles you need to get it updated right away. Restaurant owners that plan on opening a new establishment need to replace the existing fire protection system if it is obsolete or not functioning properly.

If you have purchased an establishment where a restaurant was previously running, and plan to set up a new restaurant in its place, you’ll have to get the fire protection inspected to make sure that it is meeting local codes and regulations. There are certain standards in place for these systems and every fire suppression system in Los Angeles must adhere to these laws.

You cannot assume that the fire protection system that is already in place and working for the previous restaurant will meet all the fire codes. Fire protection laws are constantly being upgraded and there’s a good chance that all or even part of this system does not meet current safety codes.

When you are inspecting a building that previously had a restaurant operating, there are a few things you can look for as signs that the fire system that was in place was being maintained. If you see tagged fire extinguishers, for instance, this means that they were being maintained and inspected regularly. You can also check the links on the system to see if they have been inspected and dated by a fire protection specialist.

Another thing that you can look for is a buildup of grease or rusted parts on the kitchen hoods or anywhere else in the system. If you see these signs, it is a good indication that the restaurant was not maintaining its fire protection service on a regular basis.

It is always best to call up a company that is licensed to carry out a fire protection inspection before buying any establishment. This way you can find out what needs to be done to bring the building up to code for your restaurant. If there is a lot of work to be done, you’ll need to factor this into the cost of opening up your new restaurant.