Wet Risers | Dry Risers | GTM Fire Protection

GTM Fire Protection provides specialist installation, maintenance, and testing of wet and dry riser systems, ensuring compliance with BS9990:2015. Designed to enhance fire safety in high-rise buildings, our systems provide fast, reliable water access for firefighting operations, reducing response times and minimising damage.

Understanding Wet & Dry Riser Systems

Dry Rising Mains

Essential for buildings over 18 metres, dry risers provide a ready-to-use water delivery system for the fire brigade. Installed in staircase enclosures or designated areas, they feature ground-level inlets and floor-level outlets for rapid water supply. Our annual pressure testing service ensures reliability, regulatory compliance, and system failure prevention.

Wet Rising Mains

Required in buildings over 50 metres, wet risers offer continuous water availability via a town’s main supply or a dedicated pump and storage tank system. These systems eliminate delays in fire response, providing instant access to high-pressure water for enhanced fire control.

With extensive experience in nationwide dry and wet riser installations, GTM Fire Protection delivers fully compliant systems that ensure safety and regulatory adherence.

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What makes a Fire Dry Riser System Important

Fire Safety Compliance

Compliance with BS9990:2015 is essential for buildings requiring wet and dry riser systems to ensure they meet legal fire safety standards. These systems must be correctly installed, maintained, and regularly serviced to remain fully operational in an emergency. As a leading UK dry riser company, GTM Fire Protection ensures that all installations comply with regulatory requirements and undergo routine testing and servicing.

We help businesses and property owners meet legal obligations, minimise fire risks, and protect lives by ensuring full compliance with fire safety regulations.

Fire safety standards recognise that residential buildings vary in risk. Under BS 9251, properties are placed into one of four categories based on building height, occupancy, and evacuation requirements, helping guide appropriate system design.

Key Components of Wet & Dry Risers

For dry riser systems, inlet cabinets are at ground level, allowing the fire brigade to connect their water pump. Above all, these cabinets must be easily accessible and well-maintained to ensure efficient operation in an emergency.

The riser pipework consists of vertical pipes running through the building, allowing water to be pumped to outlet valves on each floor. Proper dry riser installation ensures these pipes are fitted to withstand the pressure of high-volume water flow.

Located on every floor of the building, outlet valves provide connection points for fire hoses. Dry risers remain closed until water is pumped into the system. Wet riser outlet valves are always pressurised and ready for immediate use.

Dry Riser Maintenance and Servicing

Regular dry riser servicing is essential to maintain system functionality. GTM Fire Protection offers comprehensive dry riser services in the UK, including maintenance and servicing. These services include thorough inspections, pressure testing, and necessary repairs to ensure the system remains in top condition.

Our dry riser services include annual inspections and pressure testing to verify that the system is ready for use. Regular dry riser maintenance helps identify potential issues, such as leaks, corrosion, or malfunctioning valves and ensures complete compliance.

UK Based Professional Dry Riser Pipework Company

GTM Fire Protection: we specialise in all aspects of dry riser pipework installation, maintenance, and servicing, focusing on compliance with BS9990:2015. As a trusted UK dry riser pipework company, we provide comprehensive services to ensure your building meets fire safety standards and help residential and commercial properties fully prepare for fire emergencies.

Get in Touch: For more information on our wet and dry riser systems or to request a consultation, contact us today. Let us help you protect your property with a fully compliant and reliable fire safety system.