Can the Fire Marshal shut my business down?

Yes. If your building violates NFPA or local fire codes—especially during inspections—a fire marshal can issue immediate shutdown orders and fines.

How much does emergency fire watch cost?

Most providers charge $50–$100/hr for emergency firewatch. FireWatch DMV offers discounted rates depending on the situation.

What triggers a firewatch under NFPA rules?

If a fire alarm or sprinkler system is offline for more than 4 hours, firewatch is required under NFPA and local code SFPC §901.7.

Can I use my building staff for firewatch?

No. Only certified, licensed firewatch guards trained in fire code can perform the duties legally.

What does FireWatch DMV include with service?

Rapid dispatch, 24/7 coverage, fully trained guards, firewatch logs accepted by fire marshals, flat pricing, and emergency response.

Where does FireWatch DMV serve?

Washington DC, Fairfax, Prince William, Loudoun, Montgomery, Prince George’s, Arlington, Alexandria, Bethesda, and more.

BEST FIRE WATCH DC, MD & VA SERVICES NEAR YOU

If you're a property owner, and your building's fire alarm system and/or a water-based fire protection system is isn't operational, you are required by State law, and local ordinance, to implement a fire watch. Firewatch DMV, is a fire watch company, run by retired firefighters, so we know fire protection; and we know how to help. We offer long, and short term fire watch patrol services, to clients who are being threatened with shut downs and fines. We care about your safety, and we'll do whatever it takes to make sure you have the 24 hour fire watch services that you need, at the best rates.

Avoid fines and business shut down, and hire the #1 Rated Fire Watch Company in the US. We have a fire watch monitor near you. Call us now for a FREE ESTIMATE.

We specialize in service areas for Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland

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We have courteous live dispatchers waiting for your call, 24/7.

Our operations team confirms availability, and gets an estimate in your hands, fast.

Whether it’s an emergency or not, we get your monitors on site, on time, every time!

Our monitors will turn in all required logs to the Fire Marshal, once your project is complete.

Firewatch Services Near You in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland

Looking for 24/7 licensed Fire Watch guard monitors in the D.M.V area.? FireWatch DMV, Inc provides rapid deployment of trained guards across the city. Whether you're in Arlington, Alexandria, Prince William, Fairfax, Loudoun, Northwest, Capitol Hill, or Foggy Bottom, Prince George, Bethesda or Frederick our team can typically arrive in under 90 minutes and comply fully with DCRA regulations.

Why you should choose us:

Fast Dispatch – We have Firewatchers on standby waiting for your call, nationwide. We guarantee your Firewatcher will be on time and ready for service

Fully Equipped – Your Firewatcher will be fully equipped from the moment they set foot on your property.

Fire Marshall Compliant – Your Firewatcher will keep a log and monitor the area per city and state ordinance.

Emergency Trained – All of our fire watch officers are trained to identify hazards and work with the local 911 authorities.