Hydrotek | Fire Pump Systems – Installation, Testing, Maintenance & Repair

Fire Pump Systems

Expert installation, testing, inspection, maintenance, and repair of electric and diesel-driven fire pump systems — delivering the water pressure your fire suppression system demands.

THE HEART OF YOUR SYSTEM

When your building's municipal water supply can't deliver enough pressure or flow to meet fire sprinkler system demands, a fire pump bridges the gap.

Fire pumps boost incoming water pressure to ensure every sprinkler head in your building receives adequate flow during a fire event — they are the heartbeat of your fire suppression infrastructure.

Hydrotek Fire Systems provides complete fire pump services across the Central Valley. From initial sizing and installation through annual flow testing, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs — we handle it all in-house with our own crew, our own equipment, and full accountability from start to finish.

WHAT WE DO

Our Fire Pump Services

Complete lifecycle support for electric and diesel fire pump systems

01

Fire Pump Installation

Complete fire pump installation including pump assembly, motor or engine, controller wiring, jockey pump setup, suction and discharge piping, test header connections, check valves, pressure gauges, and system integration with your building's fire sprinkler network. We coordinate with electrical contractors, mechanical engineers, and the AHJ to deliver a turnkey installation that passes acceptance testing the first time.

Electric PumpsDiesel PumpsJockey PumpsControllersTest Headers
02

Annual Flow Testing

NFPA 25 requires annual full-flow fire pump tests to verify the pump is delivering rated capacity at rated pressure. We perform complete flow tests, record suction and discharge pressures at no-flow, rated flow, and 150% of rated flow, and plot the results against the original acceptance test curve. You receive a certified report documenting performance, identifying any degradation, and flagging issues before they become failures.

Full-Flow TestsPump CurvesNFPA 25Certified ReportsTrend Analysis
03

Weekly & Monthly Maintenance

Fire pumps require weekly no-flow churn tests and monthly inspections of the pump, driver, controller, and all associated components. We offer scheduled maintenance contracts that cover everything — churn test runs, lubrication, packing adjustments, battery checks for diesel drivers, controller condition verification, and alarm testing. You stay compliant without having to think about it.

Weekly Churn TestsMonthly InspectionsMaintenance ContractsController ChecksAlarm Testing
04

Repair & Emergency Service

Pump failures, controller malfunctions, packing leaks, bearing wear, overheating, jockey pump cycling issues, and diesel engine problems — we diagnose and repair fire pump systems to restore them to full operation. A non-functional fire pump puts your entire sprinkler system at risk and can trigger immediate fire watch requirements. We respond quickly to emergency calls and carry common parts to complete most repairs in a single visit.

Pump FailuresController RepairPacking & SealsDiesel Engine Service24/7 Emergency
05

Pump Replacement & Upgrades

When a fire pump reaches the end of its service life or no longer meets the building's demands due to system expansions or code changes, we handle full pump replacements. We assess the current system requirements, size the new pump, remove the old unit, install and integrate the replacement, and perform acceptance testing — all coordinated to minimize the window your building is without pump protection.

End-of-Life ReplacementCapacity UpgradesController UpgradesAcceptance Testing
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Required Testing & Inspection Frequencies

NFPA 25 lays out specific testing and inspection intervals for fire pump systems. Missing these deadlines puts your building out of compliance and your fire protection at risk.

Weekly

Churn Test

No-flow pump start to verify automatic operation, check suction and discharge pressures, and confirm the pump starts and runs without issues.

Monthly

Visual Inspection

Inspect pump room conditions, check for leaks, verify valve positions, test alarm signals, and confirm controller indicators are functioning.

Annually

Full-Flow Test

Complete flow test at rated capacity with pump curve comparison to original acceptance data. Certified report with pass/fail assessment and trend analysis.

As Needed

Diesel Engine Service

Fuel system maintenance, battery replacement, coolant checks, oil changes, and engine tune-ups per manufacturer schedule and NFPA 25.

CODES & STANDARDS

Built to Code

Every fire pump we install, test, and maintain is held to the latest editions of NFPA standards and California codes. We stay current on local amendments and AHJ requirements so your system meets all applicable regulations.

NFPA 20Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection
NFPA 25Inspection, Testing & Maintenance
NFPA 13Sprinkler System Installation
CBC/CFCCalifornia Building & Fire Codes

Our test reports and inspection documentation are formatted for direct submission to fire marshals, insurance carriers, and building departments.

Need Fire Pump Service?

Whether it's a new installation, an annual flow test, a maintenance contract, or an emergency repair — we're ready. Get a free estimate today.

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