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Dry Riser Installation, Repairs and BS9990 Compliance Testing serving Alcaston in Shropshire

For BS9990 compliant dry riser installation, testing, and repairs, property managers across Alcaston in Shropshire rely on the expertise of The Oltec Group. With over 40 years in the facilities management sector, we bring unmatched knowledge and a structured, professional approach to every dry riser project. Our qualified dry riser engineers carry out detailed visual inspections, hydraulic pressure testing, valve and inlet checks, and full compliance reporting, covering everything a duty holder needs to remain legally protected. Whether you require a new dry riser installation, a scheduled service, or emergency repair work, our team is equipped to respond quickly and deliver results that meet British Standards.

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βœ” Established 40+ years   βœ” Fully accredited

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Experienced Dry Riser Engineers You Can Rely On

When you choose our dry riser servicing team, you benefit from over 45 years of combined industry experience and a genuine commitment to fire safety excellence across Alcaston in Shropshire and the wider region. Our dry riser engineers are not generalists but specialists who focus exclusively on dry riser systems and fire safety infrastructure, which means they bring a depth of knowledge and practical understanding that makes a real difference to the quality of every service, inspection, and repair. At Oltec FM, we believe that reliable fire safety starts with a reliable team, and our engineers are trained to the highest standards, working in accordance with BS9990 and all relevant UK legislation. Whether we are carrying out a scheduled annual inspection, responding to a reported fault, or completing a new dry riser installation, our team approaches every job with the same level of rigour, care, and professionalism that property managers and duty holders have come to expect from us over many years of partnership.

Professional Dry Riser Maintenance for Residential and Commercial Buildings

Dry riser servicing is one of the most important elements of fire safety management in any multi-storey building, and at The Oltec Group we provide a professional, fully structured dry riser maintenance service for both residential and commercial properties throughout Alcaston in Shropshire. Our dry riser maintenance programme covers all key system components, including inlet breeching connections, landing valves, outlet valves, drain valves, and all associated pipework and fittings. Regular servicing ensures that your dry riser system remains operational, legally compliant, and ready to deliver water effectively to upper floors the moment the fire brigade connects at street level. For property managers responsible for large residential blocks or commercial buildings, consistent dry riser maintenance is not optional; it is a legal duty under UK fire safety legislation. Our team coordinates all aspects of your servicing schedule, provides detailed written reports after every visit, and issues compliance certificates so that duty holders always have the documentation they need to demonstrate regulatory compliance and protect both occupants and themselves from unnecessary risk.

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Why a Dry Riser System Is Critical to High-Rise Fire Safety

Dry riser systems play a vital and non-negotiable role in fire safety for multi-storey and high-rise buildings across Alcaston in Shropshire and throughout the UK. Designed as a fixed vertical pipework installation within the structure of a building, a dry riser allows the fire brigade to connect at a breeching inlet at street level and pump water upwards to landing valves on each floor, providing a controlled and reliable water supply during a fire emergency. Because these systems contain no water under normal operating conditions, they must be regularly inspected and hydraulically pressure tested to confirm they are free from leaks, blockages, or component failures that could prevent them from operating correctly in an emergency. The importance of this testing is underlined by BS9990, the British Standard that governs dry riser inspection and maintenance in the UK. At Oltec Services, our experienced engineers carry out all required testing, inspection, and certification work to ensure that your dry riser system meets the standard expected of it and is genuinely ready to support firefighting operations when the situation demands it.

BS9990 Compliant Dry Riser Testing and Certification from Trusted Engineers

The dry riser maintenance service provided by Oltec FM is thorough, structured, and fully aligned with BS9990 and current UK fire safety legislation, giving duty holders across Alcaston in Shropshire the assurance that every system in their care is compliant, documented, and operationally ready. Our engineers carry out a detailed visual inspection of all system components during every service visit, including inlet breeching connections, landing valves, outlet valves, drain valves, and all associated fittings, caps, and signage. We then conduct hydraulic pressure testing to verify that the system can sustain the required pressure without leaks or failures, and we identify and address any defects or areas of concern found during the process. All findings are recorded in a comprehensive written report, and compliance certificates are issued to support the duty holder's fire safety management records. Our team's strong knowledge of British Standards and local building requirements makes us an experienced and dependable partner for property managers who want to be confident that their dry riser systems are consistently maintained, tested, and ready for emergency use at all times.

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