Fire Hydrants & Flow Testing
Fire hydrants are the backbone of a building’s firefighting water supply. We carry out inspections, annual flow testing and 5-yearly preventative maintenance to AS1851.
Our technicians test the most hydraulically disadvantaged hydrant/s and conduct additional flow tests to investigate various parts of the system as required, ensuring your hydrant service is adequate and compliant.
What's included
- 6-monthly inspection
Visual inspection to confirm no notable damage to hydrants.
- Annual flow test
Water flow testing, presence-of-water checks and a full site survey.
- 5-yearly maintenance
Scheduled preventative maintenance for long-term reliability.
Compliance & inspection frequency
All work is carried out in accordance with AS1851. We schedule and document the following inspection intervals so your building is always inspection-ready:
Local, licensed & fully compliant
Fire Hydrants & Flow Testing — FAQs
Common questions about fire hydrants & flow testing. See our full FAQ page for more.
What’s involved in fire hydrant flow testing?
Annual testing includes a water flow test on the most hydraulically disadvantaged hydrant, a presence-of-water check on all valves, and a survey of the system to confirm it’s adequate.
How often do hydrants need maintenance?
AS1851 requires 6-monthly visual inspections, annual flow testing and 5-yearly preventative maintenance.