Safety Starts Above Ground
Fire Escape Safety and Compliance Services
Maintaining a code-compliant fire escape is essential for protecting occupants and meeting local regulations. We provide professional inspection, repair, certification, and affidavit services designed to keep fire escape systems safe, operable, and compliant with Massachusetts requirements.
Our certified inspectors conduct thorough evaluations of fire escape systems for residential and commercial properties. We assess structural condition, identify safety concerns, and provide detailed reports with recommendations when repairs are needed.
What We Inspect
- Structural integrity of stairs and landings
- Platforms and footings
- Guardrails and handrails
- Anchor points and wall connections
- Bolts, welds, and fasteners
- Rust and corrosion levels
- Overall fire escape code compliance
When a fire escape fails inspection or receives a violation notice, prompt repairs are essential. Our team performs structural repairs, welding, reinforcement, and safety upgrades to restore fire escapes to full code compliance.
Common Issues We Address
- Rust or corrosion
- Loose or missing bolts
- Unsafe stairs or railings
- Structural instability
- Failed inspections
- City violation notices
We also repair and fabricate handrails, fences, gates, balconies, and other structural or decorative metal features.
Massachusetts requires fire escapes to be inspected and certified every five years. We provide complete certification services that include inspection, documentation, compliance reporting, and certification support to help property owners satisfy state requirements.
Certification Support Includes
- Fire escape inspections
- Compliance reporting
- Documentation preparation
- Certification assistance
- Required filing guidance
After inspections or repairs are completed, we prepare and file the necessary fire escape affidavits, certifications, and compliance documents with the appropriate city department. Our process helps property owners maintain compliance with local and state regulations while reducing administrative burden.
Residential and commercial fire escapes must comply with the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code (527 CMR 1.00), including Section 1001.3.1, which requires all means of egress to remain in a safe and operable condition at all times.
Our inspections help identify corrosion, structural weaknesses, and code violations before they become safety hazards or lead to enforcement actions.
From routine inspections and five-year certifications to structural repairs and affidavit filing, we provide dependable services that help property owners maintain safe, compliant fire escape systems throughout Boston and the surrounding areas.
Historic Building Restoration
Preserving Boston's Architectural Heritage
Historic properties require specialized craftsmanship and attention to detail. Boston Fire Escape Pros Specialists helps property owners restore and preserve original ironwork features while maintaining the character and integrity of historic buildings.
Our team can recreate decorative and structural ironwork elements that are no longer available through modern manufacturers. Using proven fabrication techniques and quality materials, we produce custom components that closely match the original design and appearance of existing structures.
With experience working throughout Boston's historic neighborhoods, including Beacon Hill, Back Bay, and the South End, we understand the importance of balancing preservation requirements with modern safety and compliance standards. We also work alongside property owners, contractors, and historical review organizations to support successful restoration projects from start to finish.
Our Historic Restoration Services Include:
