Pye-Barker in Portland, Oregon

24-Hour Emergency Service

Pye-Barker provides emergency service 24/7, because emergencies don’t always occur during business hours. The Portland Fire Department recorded over 84,000 incidents in FY 2021–2022, when the population was 650,000. In such a busy city, you can rely on our emergency service technicians when it comes to emergencies involving fire alarms, sprinkler systems, kitchen suppression systems, and more. If our team detects a problem in your business or home, we immediately dispatch our technicians to get you the help you need. We are here to serve you with integrity and protect you, your business, and your family.

Fire Extinguisher Service

Fire extinguishers are a critical line of defense against fires which can move quickly and may not immediately be detected by the other protection systems in place. It’s incredibly important that your workplaces and colleagues are prepared for action at all times—emergencies can break out in seconds. Additionally, Portland receives very little rainfall at certain times of year, compounding the risk of fires spreading more quickly, as detailed in an article from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Before a fire sprinkler or suppression system is activated and emergency personnel can arrive, it’s important to educate your team on knowing where extinguishers are located and being ready to operate them in times of emergency. Pye-Barker’s fire extinguisher experts provide inspection, testing, maintenance and recharge to help you maintain code compliance and protect your people, even providing hands-on extinguisher and safety training in person. Preparation is key when it comes to guarding your business from the very real threat of fire.

Fire Suppression Systems

The Pye-Barker team knows that every building is different, and so we offer custom designs that work to protect your specific needs. According to Axios Media, in 2021, Portland experienced over 1,000 wildfires caused by lightning. Well-versed in commercial, residential, utility, aviation, financial services, food services, hospitality, petrochemical, healthcare, agriculture, and government applications, it’s important to us that each situation has the proper system to minimize damage when fires pose a threat. Our end-to-end services provide inspection, maintenance, and upgrades, so you can count on us to focus on what’s best for prolonging the lifetime of your system. We provide services including the following:

Inspection & Repair

Design, Engineering & Installation

Restaurant & Kitchen Hoods

Data Center Fire Suppression

Marine Fire Suppression

Vehicle Fire Suppression

Special Hazards

Industrial Paint Booths

Fire Alarms & Detection

As the population and business sector grow in Portland, keep in mind that your fire protection must keep facilities covered and stay up-to-date in case of emergency. The risk of fire is significant here, caused by an increase in dry, hot weather which also speeds up the rate fire can travel. When a fire occurs, noxious fumes can be released rapidly and leave occupants disoriented and in danger. Knowing the next steps is critical: your business’s fire detection and alarm systems must be prepared to alert those inside the facilities to evacuate and notify the fire department as soon as possible. Our team is ready to test, inspect, maintain, install, and design systems that help keep you safe and prepared for risk. We provide the following services so you can be prepared for the worst and continue putting the best foot forward.

Fire Alarm Systems

Fire Detection Systems

Fire Alarm Monitoring

Fire Sprinklers

Fire Sprinklers are proven to greatly reduce risk in fire emergencies. A properly functioning fire sprinkler or suppression system fights the spread of fires in their early stages to mitigate devastating threats to people and property. With this in mind, it is imperative that your fire sprinkler system is ready. Pye-Barker technicians perform regular testing, inspections, repairs, and upgrades to save lives and protect property, also keeping systems up to federal code. Corrosion and debris can block the water supply and leave your system inoperable when needed most. Federal guidelines mandate that fire sprinkler systems are properly serviced and maintained, as they are critical to reducing risk for people and property.

Code Compliance & Reporting

Code compliance matters a great deal, not just because of legal reasons—being up to code means that you have reassurance that your systems are ready to be deployed in time of need. We take fire codes and standards seriously, making sure that each detail complies with the highest level of compliance. Our technicians in Portland can schedule regular inspections and maintenance to keep things running smoothly. It’s important to stay within the guidelines of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and local fire codes and standards so that you can operate knowing your systems are ready to act. Our process involves determining the state of your systems and formulating a plan alongside you so repairs and upgrades are timely and done right. Common code compliance violations we solve for include:

• Missing or damaged smoke detectors
• Painted, dirty or blocked sprinkler heads
• Sprinklers that haven’t been replaced
• Blocked fire alarms, extinguishers or emergency exits
• Expired fire extinguishers
• Missing emergency lighting
• Not keeping up with inspections

Life Safety Equipment

The best life safety equipment is out of the way of your normal day but conveniently located so that you and your team can use it in case of emergency. We can help supply your business with the necessary tools, including pull stations and covers for fire alarms, emergency exit signs and lighting, defibrillators for sudden cardiac events, and carbon monoxide detection which alerts the proper support systems and notifies anyone in the facilities to escape potential danger. Contact us and we’ll help you assess ways to prepare you and your business for the chance that a life-threatening event occurs.

Fire & Safety Training

The city of Portland is known for a great variety of attractions and industry hubs. If you are a building owner, you are responsible for knowing what to do when dangerous events occur—and prioritizing the safety of your people. The Pye-Barker team is highly trained to help you get ready for the unexpected, no matter the specifics of your situation. We help educate your employees on knowing how and when to take action in emergencies. We provide live, on-site fire training, including classroom discussion, hands-on fire training, and virtual reality to help protect your team and empower them with vital safety knowledge. With classes available over multiple days and after business hours as well, we are ready to help you and your team:

• Be ready to act in any situation
• Execute evacuations and fire drills
• Determine the best exit paths
• Know when to use a fire alarm pull station
• Know how to properly use a fire extinguisher
• Receive the training you need
• Maintain OSHA and NFPA Compliance