Sacramento's Fire Sprinkler Sub for Developers & General Contractors

On Schedule.
Code Compliant. Every Job.

Richardson Fire Protection is the fire sprinkler contractor Sacramento developers and GCs rely on for new construction, tenant improvements, and multifamily projects. We handle design, permits, AHJ coordination, and installation — so your schedule stays intact.

Certified & Compliant
NFPA Certified
State Licensed
UL Listed
OSHA Compliant
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Trusted Since 1994 Sacramento's #1 fire protection firm
About Richardson

Serious Fire Protection
For Serious Operations

Richardson Fire Protection is Sacramento's go-to fire sprinkler sub for developers and general contractors who need a reliable, schedule-driven trade partner — not another headache on the job.

We're a family-owned fire protection company based in Antelope, CA with decades of experience on ground-up commercial, industrial, and multifamily projects. Our team handles design-build, permits, AHJ coordination, rough-in, and final certification — one sub, one point of contact, zero surprises on inspection day.

Design-Build. Permits Included. We engineer your system, pull the permits, and coordinate the AHJ — you stay focused on your critical path.
Schedule-Driven Crews We show up when we say we will. Rough-in, above-ceiling, and final on time — every phase, every project.
Clean Inspections. Every Time. Our systems pass AHJ final on the first attempt. No punch list surprises, no certificate delays holding up your CO.
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Commercial

Commercial Fire Protection

Comprehensive fire protection systems for offices, retail centers, restaurants, hotels, schools, and multi-tenant buildings.

Suppression

Sprinkler System Design & Installation

NFPA 13-compliant wet, dry, and pre-action sprinkler systems engineered for your building's specific occupancy classification.

  • Wet & dry pipe systems
  • Pre-action systems
  • Retrofit & tenant improvements
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Detection

Fire Alarm Systems

Addressable and conventional fire alarm systems from leading manufacturers — designed, installed, and monitored to NFPA 72 standards.

  • Addressable panels
  • Smoke & heat detectors
  • Central station monitoring
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Industrial

Industrial Fire Systems

Heavy-duty fire suppression and detection for warehouses, manufacturing plants, cold storage, high-piled storage, and hazardous environments.

Warehouse

High-Piled Storage Protection

In-rack and ceiling-level sprinkler systems engineered for high-bay warehouses and distribution centers with complex commodity classification requirements.

  • In-rack sprinkler systems
  • ESFR ceiling sprinklers
  • Storage commodity analysis
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Suppression

Special Hazard Suppression

Clean agent, foam, and CO₂ suppression systems for server rooms, paint booths, commercial kitchens, and other special hazard environments.

  • Clean agent (FM-200, Novec)
  • ANSUL kitchen systems
  • Foam deluge systems
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Maintenance

Industrial System Maintenance

Scheduled and emergency maintenance programs to keep industrial fire systems fully operational and continuously code-compliant.

  • Preventive maintenance plans
  • 24/7 emergency service
  • Valve & pump maintenance
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Residential

Multifamily & Apartment Fire Protection

Code-compliant fire suppression and alarm systems for apartment complexes, condominiums, mixed-use developments, and senior living communities.

NFPA 13R Sprinkler Systems

Fully engineered NFPA 13R sprinkler systems for low- and mid-rise multifamily buildings — from new construction ground-up to retrofit projects on occupied properties.

Building-Wide Fire Alarm Systems

Addressable fire alarm systems with apartment-level notification, common area coverage, and AHJ-compliant monitoring — designed to meet NFPA 72 and local fire code requirements.

Ongoing Inspection & Compliance

Annual inspection and testing programs to keep your property continuously code-compliant and your certificates current — critical for insurance, permitting, and lender requirements.

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NFPA 13R
The standard governing multifamily sprinkler systems — we design and install to full compliance
AHJ Ready
We handle permits, coordination, and final inspection with the Authority Having Jurisdiction
Turnkey
Design through certificate of completion — single point of accountability for the entire scope
All Services

Everything Fire Protection

From design and installation to inspection, testing, and emergency service — we handle every aspect of fire protection.

System Design

Custom engineering and hydraulic calculations for any building type or occupancy class.

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Installation

Expert installation of sprinkler, alarm, suppression, and monitoring systems to code.

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Inspections

Annual, semi-annual, and quarterly inspections with full documentation and compliance reports.

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Testing & Certification

Flow tests, hydrostatic tests, and full system certifications for all fire protection equipment.

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Repairs & Upgrades

Fast repairs, system expansions, and code-required upgrades for existing fire protection equipment.

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How We Work

Built for Your Project Schedule

From pre-construction bid through certificate of completion — we move at the pace your schedule demands.

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Bid & Plan Review

Send us your plans and we turn around a complete, competitive bid. We flag code issues early — before they become RFIs on-site.

24–48 hr turnaround
02

Design, Engineer & Permit

We produce stamped hydraulic calculations, shop drawings, and handle all permit submittals to the AHJ — no extra sub-consultant needed.

1–2 weeks
03

Phased Field Installation

Our crews show up on your schedule — underground, rough-in, above-ceiling, and trim-out coordinated with your super so nothing waits on us.

Per project phase
04

Test, AHJ Final & Cert

We coordinate the AHJ final inspection, conduct full system testing, and deliver the certificate of completion — no delays to your CO.

First-pass approval
Client Reviews

What Our Clients Say

"Richardson installed our entire sprinkler system for our 80,000 sq ft warehouse. On time, on budget, zero issues with the AHJ inspection. I wouldn't use anyone else."
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Mike Ramirez General Manager, Pacific West Distribution
"They retrofitted sprinklers into our restaurant without closing for a single day. The crew was professional, respectful of our space, and finished ahead of schedule."
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Tina Sato Owner, Sato's Kitchen & Bar, Sacramento
"Called at 2am when a sprinkler head broke at our apartment complex. Technician was on-site within the hour. That kind of response is why we've been a customer for 12 years."
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David Kim Property Manager, Granite Bay Residential
"Richardson Fire Protection has handled all our inspections and maintenance for our entire commercial portfolio. Reliable, thorough, and their reports are always clean."
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Patricia Lee VP of Facilities, Meridian Commercial REIT
Blog

Fire Safety Resources

Expert insights on fire code compliance, system maintenance, and life safety best practices.

Fire Protection Insights

How to Estimate a Fire Sprinkler or Fire Pump Installation Timeline

Timelines depend on coordination, lead times, and access. Here’s a realistic way to estimate schedule for fire protection work.

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Fire Protection Insights

Inspection Readiness: Avoiding Common Sprinkler Install Failures

The fastest way to reduce delays is to build for inspection readiness from day one. Here are common failure points.

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Fire Protection Insights

Retrofit vs. New Install: How Fire Sprinkler Scope Changes the Plan

Retrofits introduce constraints—existing ceilings, access limits, and tenant schedules. Here’s how to plan the work.

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Get in Touch

Bid a Project or Request a Consultation?

We respond to all bid requests and pre-construction consultations within one business day. Send us your plans or call to talk through scope — we work fast so your schedule doesn't slip.

Call or Text (916) 849-6441
Office 3599 Scotland Drive, Antelope, CA 95843
24/7 Emergency Line (916) 849-6441