Fire & Security Services
Across All of Broward.
From Fort Lauderdale towers to Weston corporate campuses, we provide licensed fire alarm installation, inspection, and security systems services throughout Broward County. NFPA 72-compliant, NICET-certified, and genuinely local.
A Fire Protection & Security Company That Knows Broward
Broward County is one of the fastest-growing commercial real estate markets in Florida, and its fire code enforcement landscape is just as active. We've been working in Broward's jurisdictions for over two decades and know what it takes to pass inspection the first time.
Broward County's fire alarm and life safety compliance environment is shaped by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals, which administers the Florida Fire Prevention Code locally and oversees the review and amendment process that affects every licensed fire alarm company operating in the county. Individual municipalities from Fort Lauderdale to Coral Springs each operate their own fire prevention bureaus, which means permit requirements and inspection scheduling vary from city to city.
The commercial real estate market in Broward is also increasingly diverse. You have dense urban high-rises along the Las Olas corridor, large corporate campus developments in Weston and Sunrise, active aviation and logistics infrastructure around Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, and some of the most active hospitality and tourism properties on the East Coast along Hollywood Beach and the A1A corridor. Each of those environments brings different fire alarm and security challenges.
Our team at Universal Fire & Security Services brings specific experience in each of these environments. We're not routing a technician down from another market. Our people are South Florida based, and we know Broward's AHJ requirements, its permit workflows, and its most commonly cited fire code violations from years of working in the county alongside its inspectors and fire marshals.
Whether you need a licensed fire alarm inspection company for your annual NFPA 72 testing, a full fire protection company to handle dampers, doors, and detection systems, or an integrated security systems company to design access control and CCTV for a new development, we deliver everything from one licensed team with complete documentation.
Cities We Serve in Broward
- Fort Lauderdale
- Hollywood
- Pembroke Pines
- Miramar
- Coral Springs
- Pompano Beach
- Davie & Cooper City
- Plantation
- Sunrise & Lauderhill
- Weston
- Deerfield Beach
- Tamarac & North Lauderdale
- Hallandale Beach & Aventura border
- Margate & Coconut Creek
- Unincorporated Broward County
Unique Challenges of Fire & Security Work in Broward County
Broward presents a specific set of fire alarm and security challenges that differ meaningfully from neighboring counties. Here's what we navigate on Broward projects every week.
Broward Board of Rules and Appeals Oversight
The Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) is the local authority that administers the Florida Fire Prevention Code for unincorporated areas and provides code interpretation across the county. Fire alarm companies working in Broward need to understand how BORA's decisions and local amendments interact with state code. Our team has navigated BORA permit processes and code interpretation requests on numerous projects across the county, including situations where a local amendment created a requirement that differed from the state standard.
Airport Proximity and Aviation Facility Requirements
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the industrial and logistics facilities surrounding it present specialized fire protection and security requirements. Aviation-adjacent facilities often involve federal oversight in addition to local fire code, strict access control requirements, and the need for fire detection systems that can operate in fuel-exposed environments. We've worked on facilities in and around the airport corridor and understand how federal and local requirements interact in this unique environment.
High-Volume Hospitality and Hotel Properties
Broward's tourism economy, particularly along Hollywood Beach, Dania Beach, and Fort Lauderdale's beachfront, means a large concentration of hotels, resorts, and short-term rental properties that carry stringent fire life safety requirements. Hotels are among the most heavily inspected commercial occupancies for fire code compliance. Voice evacuation systems, full sprinkler coverage, and regular NFPA 72-compliant fire alarm testing are all mandatory, and the documentation burden on property managers is significant. We work with hotel operators and hospitality management companies across Broward to maintain compliance and organize their inspection records year-round.
Large Suburban Corporate Campuses in Weston and Sunrise
The western Broward corridor, particularly Weston, Sunrise, and the Sawgrass area, is home to some of the largest corporate campuses and office park developments in South Florida. These multi-building environments require carefully zoned fire alarm systems, enterprise-grade access control, and CCTV coverage across large surface parking areas and interior common spaces. Managing fire alarm inspection compliance across multiple buildings on the same campus with a single inspection record can be administratively challenging without the right fire and security company partner.
Rapid New Construction and Tenant Improvement Activity
Broward County has seen consistent new construction and tenant improvement activity across its commercial corridors for several years. New builds and buildouts require fire alarm system design and installation that must be coordinated with the general contractor, reviewed for code compliance, and permitted before the AHJ will schedule inspection. We work alongside GCs and developers on Broward projects regularly, and our experience with the local permitting and inspection timeline helps keep new construction projects on schedule.
Dense Multi-Family Residential and Condo Communities
Broward is home to hundreds of condominium and apartment communities, from aging garden-style complexes in Lauderhill and Margate to newer high-rises in Hallandale Beach and Hollywood. Many of these properties have fire alarm systems that are approaching end of life or that have fallen behind on required annual testing. We help condo boards and property management companies across Broward get current on inspections, correct documented deficiencies, and establish a maintenance schedule that keeps their systems compliant year after year.
School and Educational Facility Compliance
Broward County Public Schools is one of the largest school districts in the United States, and the county's private and charter school population adds significantly to that number. Educational facilities carry among the highest life safety standards of any occupancy type, with NFPA 101 provisions specifically addressing school fire alarm and evacuation requirements. We've worked with school administrators and facilities directors on fire alarm inspection, mass notification system upgrades, and security system installations across Broward's educational sector.
Dealing with one of these situations at your Broward County facility? We'll assess your building at no charge.
Fire Alarm & Security Services for Broward County
We're a licensed fire alarm company and a licensed security systems company, which means Broward clients get everything from detection design through 24/7 monitoring from a single partner with one compliance record.
Fire Alarm Systems
Full-service fire alarm design, installation, testing, and inspection for commercial and residential properties throughout Broward County. Every project is NFPA 72-compliant with complete documentation.
- Fire alarm system design & installation
- Annual fire alarm inspection & testing
- Fire alarm panel upgrades
- Code deficiency correction & compliance
Detection Systems
Smoke, heat, CO, and high-sensitivity detection matched to your facility type, from coastal hotels dealing with salt air to Doral-adjacent warehouses with heavy vehicle exhaust environments.
- Smoke & heat detection for all occupancies
- CO detection per NFPA 720
- Duct smoke detectors for HVAC systems
- VESDA aspirating detection for data centers
Voice Evacuation & Mass Notification
Required for high-rise buildings and large assembly occupancies in Broward, voice evacuation and mass notification systems must meet NFPA 72 Chapter 24 intelligibility standards. We design, install, and service compliant systems for hotels, schools, and towers across the county.
- Voice evacuation system design & install
- Mass notification system integration
- Emergency communication systems
- In-building emergency radio coverage
Fire Protection Services
Annual fire alarm inspections are only part of the picture. NFPA 80 and NFPA 105 also require regular fire door and smoke damper inspections. We handle the full scope of fire protection compliance for Broward facilities under one service agreement.
- Fire & smoke damper inspection
- Fire door inspection & service
- Firestop inspection & installation
- Firefighter's phone systems
Security Systems
Intrusion alarms, access control, CCTV, remote video monitoring, and integrated building security for businesses and property managers throughout Broward. Every system is designed to integrate, and every system is backed by 24/7 central station monitoring.
- Intrusion alarm & burglar alarm systems
- Access control system installation
- CCTV & video surveillance
- Remote video monitoring & alarm verification
Monitoring & Preventative Maintenance
24/7 central station monitoring and scheduled preventative maintenance plans for fire, security, and life safety systems across Broward County. One plan, one point of contact, full compliance documentation with every service visit.
- 24/7 UL-listed central station monitoring
- Scheduled preventative maintenance plans
- Five-year obstruction investigations
- Full compliance records with every visit
Need a single fire and security company for your entire Broward facility? Contact us to discuss a service agreement.
Who We Serve Across Broward County
From the beach corridor to the western suburbs, we serve commercial property owners, facility managers, and building operators across every city and community in Broward County.
| City / Area | Common Facility Types | Most Requested Services | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale | High-rises, offices, hotels, restaurants, marinas | Fire alarm inspection, voice evacuation, access control, CCTV | High Rise |
| Hollywood | Hotels, hospitality, retail, multi-family | Fire alarm testing, smoke detection, intrusion alarm, 24/7 monitoring | Hospitality |
| Pembroke Pines / Miramar | Office parks, retail, healthcare, schools | Fire alarm systems, CO detection, access control, scheduled maintenance | Suburban |
| Coral Springs | Schools, medical offices, retail, multi-family | Fire alarm inspection, mass notification, CCTV, intrusion alarm | Education |
| Weston / Sunrise | Corporate campuses, large office parks, retail | Fire alarm design, access control, integrated security, monitoring | Corporate |
| Pompano Beach | Industrial, warehouses, marine, retail | Heat detection, fire alarm installation, burglar alarm, CCTV | Industrial |
| Plantation / Davie | Medical, office, education, light industrial | Fire & smoke damper inspection, fire alarm testing, access control | Mixed Use |
| Deerfield Beach / Margate | Condos, retail, warehouses, light industrial | Fire alarm inspection, condo compliance, intrusion alarm, monitoring | Residential |
Every city in Broward has its own character and its own compliance pressures. Here's a closer look at how we approach the areas we work in most frequently.
Fort Lauderdale
High-rise towers along Las Olas and the beach corridor require voice evacuation, emergency communication, and fire alarm inspection from a fire protection company that knows high-rise compliance standards cold.
Hollywood
Hotels and resorts from Hollywood Beach to Young Circle are among the most heavily inspected occupancies in the county. Annual fire alarm testing and NFPA 72 documentation are non-negotiable here.
Coral Springs
A dense mix of schools, medical offices, and retail. Educational facilities here require mass notification systems and fire alarm inspection standards that go beyond the basic commercial occupancy requirements.
Weston
Large corporate campus environments that need enterprise-grade access control, integrated CCTV across multi-building footprints, and centrally managed fire alarm inspection records.
Pompano Beach
Active industrial and marine sector with warehouses, manufacturing, and boatyards. Heat detection and false-alarm-resistant smoke detection are critical in these environments.
Miramar
Corporate headquarters, logistics facilities, and a large residential base. Businesses here need a fire and security company that handles both commercial security systems and fire alarm compliance under one roof.
Plantation / Davie
Healthcare facilities, university campuses, and professional office parks. Many buildings here have older fire alarm systems that need upgrading to meet current Florida Fire Prevention Code requirements.
Hallandale Beach
Growing residential and commercial towers just north of the Miami-Dade line. Fire alarm inspection compliance and integrated security system needs from a company that services both counties.
Tamarac & Coconut Creek
Dense residential communities, senior living facilities, and retail centers. Fire alarm system maintenance and burglar alarm monitoring are the most common requests in this corridor.
Our Process for Broward County Projects
Every Broward engagement starts with a thorough site assessment and ends with a fully documented, tested, and code-compliant system. No shortcuts, no surprises.
Site Assessment
We visit your facility, review any existing systems, evaluate your occupancy type, and identify code gaps before making any recommendations.
AHJ Code Review
We cross-reference your specific Broward jurisdiction, whether that's BORA, the City of Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, or another municipality, and confirm all local amendments that apply to your project.
Design & Installation
NICET-certified technicians design your system around your floor plan, occupancy, and local code requirements. Installation is professional and minimally disruptive to your operations.
Testing & Documentation
Full system testing with AHJ witness inspection where required, device-by-device verification, and complete compliance documentation delivered at project close.
The Right Fire & Security Company for Broward
Broward has plenty of fire alarm companies and security companies to choose from. Here's why property managers and facility directors across the county trust Universal Fire & Security Services.
Broward AHJ Experience
We've navigated BORA processes, pulled permits in Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Hollywood, and beyond, and know how each jurisdiction's inspection timeline and documentation expectations work.
NICET-Certified Field Technicians
Every fire alarm installation and inspection is performed by NICET-certified technicians, the industry's highest technical credential for fire alarm systems work.
One Company for Fire and Security
We're both a licensed fire alarm company and a licensed security systems company. One service agreement covers everything from annual fire alarm inspection to access control and 24/7 monitoring.
Complete Documentation Every Time
Full inspection reports, test results, and compliance records with every service visit. When your insurance carrier or fire marshal asks for records, you'll have exactly what they need.
South Florida Based, Not a Branch Office
We're not a national company with a regional satellite. Our team is based in South Florida, which means real response times and genuine familiarity with Broward's inspection environment.
Licensed, Certified & Ready in Broward
Questions About Fire & Security Services in Broward County
These are the questions we hear most often from property managers, building owners, and facility directors working in Broward County.
Universal Fire & Security Services is a licensed fire alarm company serving all of Broward County, including Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Coral Springs, Weston, Sunrise, Pompano Beach, Miramar, Plantation, Davie, and all surrounding cities. We hold all required Florida alarm contractor licenses and NICET certifications, and our team has been performing fire alarm installation, inspection, and testing in Broward for over two decades.
The Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals (BORA) administers the Florida Fire Prevention Code in unincorporated Broward and provides local code interpretations and amendments across the county. A licensed fire alarm company working in Broward must understand BORA's processes and how its local amendments affect design, permitting, and inspection requirements. We've worked through BORA permit processes on numerous Broward County projects and know how to navigate its requirements efficiently.
Yes. Hotels and high-rise occupancies meeting the threshold requirements under NFPA 101 and the Florida Fire Prevention Code are required to have voice evacuation and emergency communication systems. In Broward, this applies to a significant portion of the county's hotel and resort inventory, particularly along the Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale beachfront. We design, install, and service NFPA 72-compliant voice evacuation systems for hospitality properties throughout Broward County.
Most commercial fire alarm systems in Broward County require annual inspection and testing at minimum, in accordance with NFPA 72 and the Florida Fire Prevention Code. Some components require more frequent testing. Individual municipalities in Broward may have specific documentation and notification requirements. We provide fully documented, NFPA 72-compliant annual inspections for all commercial occupancy types throughout the county, with records organized for easy AHJ review.
Yes. Universal Fire & Security Services is licensed as both a fire alarm company and a security systems company in Florida. We install and service fire alarm systems, fire and smoke damper systems, and fire door systems alongside commercial security systems including intrusion alarms, access control, CCTV, and 24/7 monitoring. Broward clients frequently choose to consolidate both services with us to reduce vendor coordination, simplify their service agreements, and maintain one unified compliance record.
Educational facilities in Broward County are held to strict fire life safety standards under NFPA 101 and the Florida Fire Prevention Code. Required services typically include annual fire alarm inspection and testing, mass notification system maintenance, fire door inspection, and smoke damper inspection. We work with school administrators and facilities directors across Broward to provide all required inspections with the documentation needed for annual district compliance reporting.
Yes. We provide 24/7 central station monitoring for fire alarm and security systems throughout Broward County. Our monitoring center dispatches emergency services immediately when an alarm is triggered, and notifies you by your preferred method: call, text, or email. We support cellular, IP, telephone, and radio communication paths to ensure monitoring continuity even during power disruptions. Monitoring can be bundled with an annual inspection and preventative maintenance plan for a single-contract solution.
Ready to Work with a Broward County Fire & Security Company?
Tell us about your Broward facility and we'll put together a no-obligation assessment. Whether it's a new fire alarm installation, an overdue inspection, a security system upgrade, or a full-coverage preventative maintenance plan, we're ready to help.
- Free site assessment and code compliance review
- Response within one business day
- Serving all cities in Broward County
- One licensed company for fire and security
- NICET-certified technicians, complete documentation
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