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Learn more about your fire escape
Welcome to our dedicated space where we unravel the world of fire escapes—a critical aspect often overlooked until the need arises. Fire escapes are more than just metal structures; they are lifelines during emergencies, ensuring the safety of building occupants.
How To Identify and Fix Common Fire Escape Problems
If you’re the property manager of a building with a fire escape, learn the best ways to identify and address common fire escape problems with professional help.
How To Ensure Your Fire Escape Meets Local Building Codes
Property managers must ensure fire escapes meet local building codes by checking design and materials and through regular maintenance. Always consult local experts.
Common Mistakes To Avoid When Installing a Fire Escape
Many property managers and contractors make the same errors when installing a fire escape. Ensure you avoid these common mistakes with our guide here.
An Overview of the Fire Escape Repair Process
If your fire escape shows signs of rust, loose bolts, or other damage, it requires repairs. We break down the fire escape repair process and more here.
How To Renew Your Fire Escape Certificate
A fire escape certificate ensures the safety of your building’s emergency egress. Here, we explain what property managers must do to renew their certification.
What To Do When Your Building Fire Escape Needs Repairs
What are building owners and managers supposed to do when their fire escapes need repairs? We explain the steps to take to repair your fire escape here.
The Different Types of Building Fire Escapes
There is more than one type of fire escape for large buildings. We will explain the many versions of fire escapes for commercial and residential buildings.
How To Maintain Your Fire Escape for Longevity
Nobody wants to replace their fire escape every couple of years. Here, we explain how to ensure the longevity of your fire escape with critical maintenance.
Why Regular Fire Escape Inspections Are Essential for Safety
It’s not enough to have a fire escape for your building; you also need to inspect its integrity. Learn why fire escape inspections are crucial for safety here.
How To Get a Fire Escape Inspection Report
Fire inspection reports validate the safety and compliance of your building’s fire escape. How do you get them? We explain that and more in our guide.
Fire Escape Installation: What To Consider Before Starting
There’s much to consider before installing a fire escape. We explain what property managers should know before installing a fire escape here.
Quick Guide to Fire Escape Maintenance Schedules and Tasks
Regular maintenance is critical to the safety and compliance of a building’s fire escape. Learn the basics of fire escape maintenance and task schedules.
Fire Escape Violations 101: What Building Owners Should Know
What should building owners know about fire escapes? Find out in our Fire Escape Violations 101 guide that explains common violations and more.
What To Do When Your Fire Escape Fails Inspection
Your building’s fire escape just failed its inspection. Now what? We explain what property managers need to do after learning of a failed inspection here.
Fire Safety Regulations: Does Your Building Need a Fire Escape?
The world of fire safety regulations and fire escapes can be confusing for some people. Learn about fire safety regulations concerning fire escapes here.
Common Causes of Fire Escape Failure and How To Prevent Them
When fire escapes fail, it's typically due to the same list of problems. Learn the most common causes of fire escape failure and prevention strategies here.
What To Expect During a Fire Escape Inspection
Fire safety codes require regular inspections and certifications of building fire escapes. Learn what to expect during a fire escape inspection here.
A Quick Guide to Choosing the Right Fire Escape Contractors
Do you need to find a contractor to repair, replace, or install a fire escape for your building? Learn how to find the right contractor for the job here!
Can I take down or install a fire escape without a permit?
Wondering if you can take down your fire escape without a permit? Guess again. Understanding the permit process and removal will make things easier and safer - for you too!
Importance of Fire Escape Paint and Scrape Maintenance
Understanding how to maintain your fire escape is vital. Learn more about paint and scrape and how Maximum Fire Escapes is helping keep your community safe.