Why Standpipe & Hydrant Flow Testing Matters and How It Can Drive Revenue
Lets face it: just because many jurisdictions aren't enforcing NFPA mandated standpipe and fire hydrant flow testing, doesn't mean it's not critically important. In fact, this lack of enforcement is exactly what makes proactive testing a powerful tool not only for protecting lives and property, but for generating untapped revenue and setting your firm apart as an industry leader.
The Problem:
Many new commercial and high-rise buildings are going up without proper standpipe or hydrant testing, and many existing buildings do not conduct the maintenance tests. This is happening everywhere despite clear requirements from NFPA standards.
The Result:
• Millions of people are inhabiting buildings with untested standpipe and hydrant systems.
• Billions of dollars in assets are at risk in the event of a major fire disaster
• Building Owners, Property Managers & Maintenance are all left holding the liability if something goes wrong as most insurance does not cover failty fire equipment
• The 2023 national estimates for nonresidential building fires and losses show that there were: 110,000 fires, 130 deaths., 1,200 injuries and $3,164,400,000 in property loss.
The Opportunity:
This is your chance to become part of the solution.
By offering standpipe flow testing and fire hydrant flow testing as standard, premium services whether required by AHJs or not you are offering your clients:
• Peace of mind
• Regulatory compliance (NFPA 14 & 25)
• Property protection
• Life safety assurance
And for you? You're opening the door to new revenue streams that most folks are ignoring.
Why Work with Flow?
Flow helps your firm do it the right way. We do not rely on inadequate methods like pull-behind pumps or unrealistic test procedures.
We mimic the exact conditions a fire department would create in a real emergency from hydrant to standpipe giving you and your clients a true, reliable performance snapshot of their system.
Make It Standard Practice:
• New buildings: Standpipe flow tests on completion + tagging
• Every 5 years: NFPA 25 standpipe flow tests for continued compliance
• Hydrants: Flow-tested at completion, flushed annually, tested every 5 years
These are not just regulations, they're smart business.
The Bottom Line:
You are potentially leaving millions in annual revenue on the table by not offering these essential services to:
• Existing clients
• Building Owners/ Property Managers who assume they're covered
• Developers bringing new buildings online
By partnering with Flow, you're not just checking a box, you are becoming the go-to partner for complete, real-world fire protection readiness.
Ready to Lead the Industry?
Don't wait for the enforcement to catch up. Be the company that sets the standard in safety now.
Let's partner and talk about how Flow can help you increase revenue, build trust, and protect lives one test at a time.
