At ESI: Electrical Safety Inspections, we deliver comprehensive fire safety services to businesses across Sholing. Whether you manage an office, warehouse, retail premises, care home, school, or industrial site, we help you stay compliant, protect staff and customers, and safeguard your property.
With over 20 years of experience, we understand the legal and practical challenges businesses face when it comes to fire safety. Our qualified engineers and fire safety specialists provide expert advice, inspections, testing, and maintenance in line with UK regulations and British Standards.
Book Your Fire Safety Assessment Today – Protect your business and meet your legal obligations. Call us now on 01276 300 351 to schedule your visit.
Fire Safety Compliance and Best Practice
Sholing businesses are legally required under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 to maintain a safe environment and ensure that all fire safety systems and equipment are properly installed, maintained, and tested.
Our services are delivered in compliance with key standards, including:
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BS 5839 – Fire detection and alarm systems
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BS 5306-3 & BS 5306-8 – Fire extinguisher servicing and selection
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BS 5266 – Emergency lighting installation and testing
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BS 9990 – Dry riser testing and maintenance
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BS 9991 & BS 9999 – Fire safety in residential and commercial buildings
Get Expert Fire Protection Advice – Speak to our qualified team about fire safety compliance and protecting your premises – Call today on 01276 300 351.
Our Fire compliance services in Sholing
🔥 Fire Risk Assessments – Identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and providing practical recommendations to meet legal obligations under the Fire Safety Order.
🔥 Fire Alarm Servicing & Maintenance – Testing and maintenance of fire detection systems in line with BS 5839, helping ensure early warning in the event of fire.
🔥 Fire Extinguisher Supply & Servicing – Supplying, commissioning, maintaining, and testing portable extinguishers in accordance with BS 5306-3, ensuring equipment is ready to use when needed.
🔥 Emergency Lighting Testing & Maintenance – Inspection and testing to BS 5266 standards, ensuring emergency lighting works correctly to guide occupants to safety.
🔥 Dry Riser Inspection & Testing – Six-monthly visual inspections and annual pressure testing in compliance with BS 9990, keeping vital fire-fighting infrastructure ready for use.
🔥 Fire Safety Training – Practical staff training on fire prevention, extinguisher use, and evacuation procedures.
🔥 Fire Door Inspections – Checking condition, fit, and compliance of fire doors to ensure they provide effective compartmentation and protection.
Why Choose ESI in Sholing
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Qualified engineers and fire safety specialists serving Sholing
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In-depth knowledge of commercial and industrial fire safety compliance
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Clear, actionable reports and certification
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Flexible scheduling to minimise disruption
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Supporting businesses across Sholing and surrounding areas
Stay Compliant and Safe – Contact us on 01276 300 351 for a free quote on fire alarm servicing, extinguisher maintenance, and risk assessments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How often should fire alarms be serviced?
A: Fire alarms should be tested regularly, with a minimum of two service visits per year for most systems, as recommended in BS 5839.
Q: What training do my staff need?
A: Under the Fire Safety Order, you are required to provide adequate fire safety training to all staff. We offer practical courses tailored to your premises and risk profile.
Q: Do you provide fire extinguisher servicing?
A: Yes – we supply, commission, and maintain fire extinguishers in line with BS 5306-3, ensuring you have the correct type and coverage for your business.
Fire Safety Services in Sholing
Sholing
Sholing is a lively suburb and electoral ward in the eastern part of Southampton, situated approximately 4 miles from the city centre on the north shore of Southampton Water. With a population of around 15,000, the area features a diverse blend of housing—from interwar semi-detached homes to modern developments—and retains a strong working-class and family-friendly community ethos. Local high streets such as Portsmouth Road and Church Road serve as hubs for shops, cafés, pubs, and services.
Transport links make Sholing highly accessible. Sholing railway station, on the South West Main Line, provides direct services to Southampton, Portsmouth, and London Waterloo. The suburb is also well-served by bus routes connecting to key destinations like the city centre, Eastleigh, and Southampton Airport Parkway. Road access is facilitated via the nearby A3024 and the M27/M271 corridors, making it convenient for commuters and local businesses alike.
The economy of Sholing is built around a combination of retail, light industrial, and service-based sectors. Local shops, takeaways, and small enterprises cater to residents, while business and industrial units—particularly around the Sholing Road and Church Road junction—provide premises for tradespeople, vehicle services, and storage. The nearby development of Totton and Millbrook further supports employment opportunities. Many Sholing residents also work in broader Southampton and surrounding areas.
Community amenities include primary and infant schools, health clinics, community centres, youth groups, and green spaces like Sholing Nature Reserve and fields suitable for walking and relaxation. The suburb also hosts local sports clubs for football, cricket, and bowls, and has strong links with nearby areas such as Bitterne, Woolston, and Weston.
ESI is here to support Sholing’s business community with dependable electrical and fire-safety services. Whether you operate a shop, workshop, care setting, or commercial premises, our accredited engineers deliver comprehensive inspections, emergency-lighting checks, fire-alarm servicing, and compliance support—so you can stay safe, compliant, and focused on what matters most.
