Fire Protection Engineering & Red Tag Resolution in Harris County
A red tag from the fire marshal can prevent a business from opening or a building from being occupied. We identify what the fire marshal requires, prepare the necessary plans and documentation, and work with you through each correction.
- 50+ years of engineering experience
- Family-owned in Channelview, TX
- Licensed installers and engineers in Texas
- 9 communities served, including Channelview, Baytown & Crosby
Who it's for
- Business owners who have received a red tag or correction notice from the fire marshal
- Owners opening a new business in an existing building
- Builders and developers of commercial buildings
- Property managers preparing for a fire marshal inspection
What's included
- A review of the red tag or inspection report and its specific requirements
- Fire protection plans for submittal to the fire marshal
- Fire department access, fire lanes and hydrant locations on site plans
- Coordination with the fire marshal’s office through plan approval
- Code review when the issue extends beyond a single system (see fire code standards)
How it works
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Share the documents
Send us the red tag, inspection report or plan review comments, along with the property address.
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Review
We determine exactly what the fire marshal requires and what it will take to comply.
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Plans and documentation
We prepare the plans, calculations or letters required for the corrections.
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Resubmittal
We submit the documents and respond to comments through approval.
Questions about fire protection
What is a red tag?
A red tag is a notice from the fire marshal that a building or fire protection system does not meet code. Depending on the issue, it can prevent a business from opening or a building from being occupied until the deficiency is corrected.
How quickly can you help?
Contact us as soon as you receive the notice. The timeline depends on the fire marshal’s requirements, and we will provide one after reviewing your documents.
Which fire marshal's offices do you work with?
We prepare plans and documentation for the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office and for fire officials in the cities we serve.