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Dry Riser Servicing

Professional Dry Riser Testing, Inspection & Maintenance

Looking for dry riser servicing in the West Midlands? Unsure whether your building requires testing? At MAGG Fire Services, we provide clear, compliant, and professional dry riser inspection and maintenance services for commercial and residential buildings across the region.

DRY RISER SERVICING

Clear, Compliant Dry Riser Maintenance

Looking for dry riser servicing in the West Midlands? Unsure whether your building requires testing? At MAGG Fire Services, we provide clear, compliant, and professional dry riser inspection and maintenance services for commercial and residential buildings across the region.

We support property managers, landlords, facilities teams, and business owners in maintaining safe, legally compliant systems with practical advice, efficient testing, and clear reporting.

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INSPECTION & TESTING

Routine checks and pressure testing support legal and operational readiness.

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MAINTENANCE SUPPORT

Faults, damage, leaks, signage and access concerns are recorded clearly.

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CLEAR REPORTING

Straightforward documentation for managers, landlords, audits and insurers.

WHAT IS A DRY RISER?

Essential firefighting access for taller and larger buildings

A dry riser is a vertical pipe system installed in taller or larger buildings. It allows the Fire Service to quickly pump water to upper floors during an emergency.

When correctly maintained, it provides essential support for firefighting operations. Without regular inspection and testing, the system may fail when needed most.

Water supply access for upper floors during emergencies

A fixed pipe route for Fire Service pumping equipment

Critical support where internal access routes are extended

BUILDING REQUIREMENTS

Does Your Building Require a Dry Riser?

Dry risers are commonly required in buildings over 18 metres in height and may also be necessary where internal access routes, basements, or complex layouts make firefighting access more demanding.

Tall Buildings

Common examples include apartment blocks, high-rise office buildings, hotels, student accommodation, and hospitals.

Large & Complex Sites

Dry risers may also be required in warehouses, industrial units, shopping centres, large commercial premises, deep basements, and complex multi-storey buildings.

Unsure? We Can Assess

If your property has multiple floors or extended internal access routes, a dry riser may be necessary. Our team can assess your building and provide professional guidance.

COMPLIANCE standard

BS 9990

BS 9990:2015 REQUIREMENTS

Dry Riser Testing Requirements

Dry riser systems must comply with BS 9990:2015, the British Standard governing fire-fighting mains. These inspections confirm the system is free from damage, leaks, or faults and remains ready for emergency use.

If required, we can carry out a dry preliminary test before completing the annual wet pressure test to reduce concerns about potential leaks. We also supply and install compliant dry riser signage where needed.

6 Months

Visual inspection

12 Months

Wet pressure test

REPORTS & CERTIFICATION

Full Reports & Certification Provided

After servicing, you receive documentation that supports fire risk assessments, insurance requirements, managing agents, audits, and regulatory inspections.

Inspection Report

A detailed dry riser inspection report after completion of servicing.

Pressure Test Results

Clear wet pressure test results for annual compliance records.

Compliance Certification

Prompt certification issued after completion of compliant servicing.

Remedial Recommendations

Clear recommendations for any repair, access, signage, or maintenance work.

Audit Support

Documentation for fire risk assessments, insurers, managing agents, and inspections.

Service Reminders

Ongoing reminders help make sure six-monthly and annual inspections are not missed.

READY TO ARRANGE A TEST?

Book Dry Riser Servicing in the West Midlands

If you require dry riser testing, inspection, or maintenance in the West Midlands, we are ready to assist. Call 01785 711088, email admin@maggfireservices.co.uk, or complete the contact form and we will arrange everything for you.

WHY CHOOSE MAGG

Dry riser servicing made simple, professional, and fully compliant

We provide reliable dry riser testing and maintenance across the West Midlands with a focus on safety, compliance, and clarity.

Easy booking at a time that suits your business.

Minimal disruption during on-site testing.

Clear, jargon-free reports and prompt certification.

Ongoing maintenance reminders so inspection dates are not missed.

STANDARD

BS 9990:2015

Fully Compliant with BS 9990:2015

All dry riser systems must be maintained in accordance with BS 9990:2015, issued by the British Standards Institution. This standard outlines the correct procedures for inspection, testing, installation, and maintenance of fire-fighting mains systems.

Regular servicing is essential not only for compliance, but to ensure the system operates effectively during an emergency.

Get in touch
Arrange dry riser servicing with MAGG Fire Services.

Call 01785 711088 or request a callback to arrange dry riser inspection, testing, maintenance, or certification.

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Call 01785 711088

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Email admin@maggfireservices.co.uk

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Visit The Roller Mill, Penkridge, Stafford, ST19 5BD

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