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    Business ProfileforFox Valley Fire & Safety Co.

    Fire Extinguishers

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    5/5stars

    Average of 5 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    This business has 0 complaints

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    Overview of BBB Rating

    Overview

    Fox Valley Fire & Safety distributes and markets fire extinguishers, fire suppression, fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, security systems, and emergency exit lighting. We meet all of the fire and safety needs of our customers from on-site surveys, design, engineering, installation, monitoring, service, inspection and repairs, to the testing required to assure compliance with NFPA and local codes.

    Fox Valley Fire and Safety’s strengths are underpinned by our highly skilled and experienced workforce and a diverse range of quality products and services that provide a ‘one stop shop’ for all your security and fire protection needs.

    From consultancy and design through to contract handover and planned maintenance, Fox Valley Fire & Safety are able to provide a concise and competitive service that result in long term client relationships being built. All of our staff are customer service orientated and undergo continuous training to acquire the service and quality standards that enhance a greater awareness of our customers’ needs. Our uniformed technicians are state licensed, certified and factory trained.

    Fox Valley Fire & Safety is an authorized distributor for the industrys leading manufacturers of fire and safety equipment: Notifier Fire Protection, Ansul Sentry, Honeywell Security, Dual-Lite, Kidde, Keltron, Amerex, Cooper-Wheelock.

    Fox Valley Fire & Safety was established in 1960 as a fire extinguisher service company. Since then it has grown from fire extinguishers to one of the leading fire & security installation and maintenance companies in Chicago. Our extensive client base ranges from government buildings, through to casinos and national retail chains.

    In today’s environment, more than ever before, the safety and security of people and their property is of paramount importance. This principle applies equally to the home, the workplace, and our everyday surroundings. To achieve this goal, you need to be certain that the security & safety systems you choose are right for your needs, both now and in the future. That means choosing a Security company you can trust.

    As you look for a fire and safety company rest assure that the life safety of your employees and business assets are in good hands. We take great pride in our ability to provide peace of mind and security to our customers.

    Call today for a free consultation.

    Products & Services

    Service, Inspection, Installation and Certification of :, Fire alarm systems,, 24-Hour alarm monitoring of security systems,, Fire extinguisher service and inspection,, Restaurant Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression Systems,, Emergency Exit Lighting,, Business security systems,, Pre-engineered fire suppression systems,, Fire sprinkler system and service.

    Business Details

    Location of This Business
    2730 Pinnacle Drive, Elgin, IL 60124-7943
    BBB File Opened:
    3/31/1995
    Years in Business:
    64
    Business Started:
    1/1/1960
    Business Started Locally:
    1/1/1960
    Business Incorporated:
    1/3/1967
    Type of Entity:
    Corporation
    Number of Employees:
    180
    Alternate Business Name
    • Fox Security Alliance Co.
    • Criticalite, Inc.
    • Fox Alert Co.
    • Fox Fire Suppression Systems Co.
    • Arrow Fire Equipment Co.
    • ATS Alarms
    • Chicago Metropolitan Fire Prevention
    Business Management
    • Mr. Rob Mansfield, Comptroller
    • Mr. Ken Volkening, President
    • Mr. Jim Moran, Secretary
    Contact Information

    Customer Contact

    • Mrs. Debra Chin, Marketing Manager
    Additional Contact Information

    Fax Numbers

    • (847) 695-3699
      Primary Fax

    Customer Complaints

    0 Customer Complaints

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    Customer Reviews

    5 Customer Reviews

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    Most Recent Customer Review

    Sam L

    5 stars

    06/15/2023

    Just a short note to tell you how pleased my tenants and I were to have your service tech, ******, perform the annual service on all of the fire extinguishers at our properties. ****** was very courteous and pleasant to all the people in both buildings. Thank you for scheduling him to service our extinguishers.

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