A constant beeping from your fire alarm system control panel can quickly become an annoyance, but it is important to understand what the beeping is trying to tell you. It should be noted that if your control panel is beeping (or chirping), and not sounding the actual alarm, it means that something somewhere in your system needs attention.
 
The consistent beeping may not be indicative of a fire in the building. It may mean that there is another issue with your system, such as:

• The battery needs to be replaced
• The fire alarm has dust or debris
• The power source has had interference
• Environmental issues such as smoke that is not fire-related
• The alarm is nearing the end of life

 
In many cases, cleaning the fire alarm, checking the battery to make sure it is not loose, or pressing the reset button on the alarm will fix the issue. You never want to press the reset button without investigating the cause of the beeping. The alarm’s purpose is to alert you when something is not right and needs your attention.
 
HRSS leads the industry in commercial fire alarm systems and brings over 30 years of experience proudly serving the Chicagoland area. We provide fire alarm system inspections, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and more.
 
Contact us to learn more about how we can integrate top-quality, UL-listed fire alarm control units into your new or existing fire safety system and provide ongoing maintenance to ensure a reliable life safety system that is always in “all systems ready” mode.