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Fire Alarm Monitoring Lifetime Cost Calculator

Compare setup, communicator, monthly monitoring, communication-path fees and annual price increases over several years.

Important code and safety noticeFire codes, building codes, referenced standards, inspection schedules and permit requirements vary by location, building type, occupancy, age, renovations and system. This page is for preliminary education and budgeting only. The authority having jurisdiction and qualified local professionals must determine the actual requirements, design, installation, testing, maintenance and approval for a real property.

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Change the assumptions to explore an early planning scenario.

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  • Upfront connection
  • Base recurring service
  • Price escalation
  • Total over term

How to use this result

Compare contracts using the same term and include all communication and administration fees.

Recurring model

Monitoring, communication and annual testing are projected for the selected term.

Contract review

Equipment ownership, cancellation, response procedures and service calls are not inferred by the calculator.

Important: Fire codes, building codes, standards, inspection schedules, permits and insurance requirements vary by country, province or state, municipality, building use, occupancy, construction date, renovation history and system type. The authority having jurisdiction and qualified local professionals must determine what applies to a real property. Confirm that the communication arrangement, signal handling and provider are accepted for the actual building.