Fire Hose Reel Installation fits fixed hose reels connected to the water supply so occupants can fight a small fire before it spreads. It is for new buildings, extensions and sites told to add reels by the fire department or insurer.
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What Installation Includes
- Positions set so the hose reaches every part of the floor.
- Water supply pipework and isolating valve.
- Reel mounted on the wall or in a cabinet.
- Signs fitted.
- Flow and pressure test.
Check Before Installation
- Water pressure at the highest reel.
- Whether a booster pump is needed.
- Cabinet or open mounting.
- Pipe material and route.
Fire Hose Reel Installation Prices
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Fire hose reel 30 m, complete, equipment only | R1,000 - R3,420 |
| Replacement hose 28 - 30 m, supplied and fitted (excl. VAT) | R900 - R1,800 |
| Annual service once installed (per reel, excl. VAT) | R350 - R650 |
| Specialist fire protection labour (per hour) | R450 - R800 |
| Pipework and booster pump | Quoted per site - no reliable published South African price |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Ballpark figures, not quotations. Compiled from prices published by South African suppliers, retailers and service providers, rounded. They are not our prices and no provider is bound by them. Equipment-only prices exclude installation. Confirm whether VAT is included on every quote.
Sources:
- South African retailer listings: Takealot, Makro, Plumblink, Safeco, Firstaider, SafetySigns, GeeWiz, Supplywise
- Altrafire, fire hose reel and hydrant compliance guide (prices excluding VAT)
- C4 Fire & Security, sprinkler and monitoring guides (VAT not stated)
What Affects the Price
- Number of reels.
- Pipework length and material.
- Cabinets.
- Booster pump if pressure is low.
- Wall type and storeys.
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Get Fire Hose Reel Installation QuotesWhat to Include in Your Request
- Town or suburb.
- Building use and size.
- Number of reels required, if known.
- Water supply and pressure issues.
- Plans or a fire layout.
Where It Applies
Residential
Blocks of flats and complexes.
Commercial
Offices, shops, schools and hotels.
Industrial
Warehouses and factories.
Choosing a Provider
- Ask for SABS-marked reels.
- Ask for the pressure test result.
- Check SAQCC Fire registration for the work.
- Compare pipework scope.
How the Enquiry Works
- Request. Send your site details and what you need through the form.
- Match. Your enquiry goes to independent hose reel installers that may serve your area.
- Assess. Providers ask questions or arrange a site visit before a firm price.
- Compare. Check scope, standards, registrations, documents and price side by side.
- Appoint or decline. There is no obligation.
Fire Protection South Africa collects hose reel installation quotes for you.
Fire Hose Reel Installation FAQs
How many hose reels do I need?
Enough for the hose to reach every part of the floor. SANS 10400-T and SANS 10105-1 are the usual references.
Do hose reels need water pressure?
Yes. Low pressure on upper floors often needs a booster pump.
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