Fire Hose Reel Servicing is the periodic check and maintenance of fixed hose reels so they deliver water when needed. It is for any building with hose reels, usually alongside extinguisher servicing.
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What a Service Includes
- Hose run out fully and checked for cracks and kinks.
- Water flow checked at the nozzle.
- Valve, swivel and nozzle checked and lubricated.
- Leaks repaired and worn parts replaced.
- Hose rewound and service label fitted.
Who Services Hose Reels
Hose reels and above-ground hydrants are serviced to SANS 1475-2. Ask for the company's permit and the technician's SAQCC Fire registration. Several municipal by-laws, including Johannesburg and eThekwini, require servicing at least every 12 months.
Fire Hose Reel Servicing Prices
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Annual service, fire hose reel (per reel, excl. VAT) | R350 - R650 |
| Hose reel service, online-bookable rate (per reel, excl. VAT) | About R90 |
| Replacement hose 28 - 30 m, supplied and fitted (excl. VAT) | R900 - R1,800 |
| New 30 m hose reel, equipment only | R1,000 - R3,420 |
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:
- Altrafire, fire hose reel and hydrant compliance guide (prices excluding VAT)
- My Safety Shop (Makrosafe), online service listings (prices excluding VAT)
- South African retailer listings: Takealot, Makro, Plumblink, Safeco, Firstaider, SafetySigns, GeeWiz, Supplywise
What Affects the Price
- Number of reels.
- Parts such as hoses and nozzles.
- Combined with extinguisher servicing or not.
- Access.
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Get Fire Hose Reel Servicing QuotesWhat to Include in Your Request
- Town or suburb.
- Number of reels.
- Last service date.
- Known leaks or damage.
- Whether extinguishers should be serviced at the same visit.
Where It Applies
Residential
Complexes and blocks of flats.
Commercial
Offices, shops, hotels and schools.
Industrial
Warehouses and factories.
Choosing a Provider
- Check the SANS 1475-2 permit and SAQCC Fire registration.
- Ask for per-reel pricing including labels.
- Ask for a report listing each reel.
How the Enquiry Works
- Request. Send your site details and what you need through the form.
- Match. Your enquiry goes to independent hose reel service providers 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.
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Fire Hose Reel Servicing FAQs
How often should hose reels be serviced?
At least every 12 months under several municipal by-laws, usually alongside extinguishers, and after use.
What if there is no water at the reel?
Report it straight away. It may be a closed valve, a supply problem or low pressure.
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