Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Fire Alarm Systems in Concord, CA
Established in 2001, Fire Detection Unlimited (FDU) has built a reputation as a trusted provider of fire alarm and life safety solutions in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our team combines over 100 years of collective experience with industry-recognized certifications from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET). We specialize in end-to-end services including system design, installation, maintenance, and 24/7 monitoring, ensuring compliance with NFPA 72 and local building codes.Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through meticulous planning, code-compliant engineering, and partnerships with leading manufacturers. With a focus on exceeding customer expectations, we serve building owners, contractors, and engineers through tailored solutions that prioritize safety, reliability, and operational continuity. Our leadership team, including NICET Level IV-certified co-founder Richard Pulver, brings deep technical expertise and a dedication to innovation that has sustained our growth for two decades.
Services
Fire Alarm Systems
Two-Way Communication
Monitoring Services
System Maintenance
Sprinkler Testing
Smoke Detector Cleaning
Emergency Services
Code Compliance
System Design
Equipment Repair
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency fire alarm services for immediate response.
- Our team holds certifications from UL and NICET for industry-leading expertise.
- We provide end-to-end fire alarm solutions from design to maintenance.
- With over 100 years of combined experience, we ensure reliable fire safety systems.
- Serving the San Francisco Bay Area with localized expertise and quick response times.
Associations and certifications
- Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
- National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET)
What people say
Professional and competent crew
Knowledgeable and efficient technicians
24/7 emergency availability
Excellent communication skills
Code compliance expertise
Services
Fire Alarm Systems
We design and install code-compliant fire alarm systems for commercial properties. Our UL-certified technicians ensure proper integration with building infrastructure while meeting NFPA 72 standards. Services include system programming, permit acquisition, and AHJ coordination for new construction and retrofit projects.
Two-Way Communication
Our ERRCS solutions enable critical communication during emergencies. Systems include master stations and call boxes that comply with IFC and NFPA requirements for pathway survivability and voice intelligibility in high-risk areas like stairwells and parking structures.
Monitoring Services
Our UL-listed monitoring center provides 24/7 system surveillance with automatic dispatch to emergency services. The service includes telecom consulting, system diagnostics, and guaranteed response times under one minute for alarm verification and notification.
System Maintenance
We offer comprehensive maintenance programs including smoke detector cleaning, sensitivity testing, and quarterly inspections. Our technicians perform preventative maintenance to ensure system reliability and compliance with Joint Commission and NFPA standards.
Sprinkler Testing
Our certified technicians conduct comprehensive sprinkler system evaluations including flow testing, valve operation checks, and leak detection. Testing frequency meets regulatory requirements while ensuring system readiness during emergencies.
People
Richard C. Pulver
CEO/Responsible Managing Officer
NICET Level IV-certified electrical engineer with 18+ years in fire alarm systems. Holds C-10 California electrical license and NFPA membership. Former Marine with extensive experience in high-rise life safety projects.
Patricia A. Pulver
CFO
EMBA-qualified finance expert with 20+ years in corporate operations. Former Air Force OSI special agent who co-founded FDU in 2001. Manages financial operations and business development for the 20-year-old company.
Questions
What fire alarm services do you offer in the Bay Area?
We provide complete fire alarm solutions including system design, installation, 24/7 monitoring, maintenance, and code compliance services for commercial properties throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Are your technicians certified for fire alarm systems?
Yes, our team includes NICET-certified professionals and UL-qualified technicians with C-10 California electrical licenses who maintain industry-leading expertise in fire safety systems.
Do you offer emergency fire alarm services?
We provide 24/7 emergency response for fire alarm system issues with technicians available for immediate dispatch to commercial properties in Concord and surrounding areas.
How do you ensure code compliance for fire systems?
Our UL-certified team follows NFPA 72 and local building codes during system design, installation, and maintenance while maintaining direct communication with AHJs for permit approvals.
What monitoring options are available for fire systems?
We offer UL-listed central station monitoring with sub-minute response times, automatic dispatch to emergency services, and telecom consulting for system optimization and reliability.
