Annual Fire Escape Inspection – California Code Compliant
Stay Certified with Great Escape Service & Inspection
If you're in San Francisco and haven’t inspected your fire escape this year, now’s the time. Great Escape Service & Inspection provides thorough, code-compliant annual fire escape inspections that meet both California Fire Code 1032.2.1.2 and San Francisco Fire Code Section 908.
Whether you’re a property owner, manager, or HOA, we help ensure your system is safe, legal, and reliable, year after year.
Meet All Egress & Safety Code Requirements
Under Chapter 10 of the California Fire Code, fire escape egress path—including stairways, balconies, and exits—must always be kept clear and usable. If your system includes security gates, fences, or locking enclosures, they must be pre-approved by a fire code official and must not block public access to the fire escape.
At Great Escape Service & Inspection, we ensure that every system we inspect meets these critical legal and safety requirements.
What’s Included in Our Annual Service
We don’t just inspect—we service. Our expert technicians perform a full maintenance routine to make sure your fire escape is ready when it matters most:
Lower, lubricate, and inspect ladders
Wire-brush clean the moving parts of the drop ladders
Inspect the locking/release mechanism and retracting cable
Lubrication of all moving joints and the retracting cable
Check that the ladders, egress path, hand, and landing platforms are free of obstructions
Report any rust forming on the fire escape system
Replace the barrel (custom-made) and crank
Replace cable
Issue an official Certificate of Completion
Apply a visible service sticker with the inspection date
All services are fully documented for your records and fire code compliance.
We Service All Common Fire Escape Ladders
At Great Escape Service & Inspection, we inspect and maintain all standard fire escape systems, including:
Accordion ladders
Weight-shift ladders
Sectional ladders
Pole ladders
Straight ladders
No matter what type of ladder your property uses, we’ve got you covered.
Fire Escape Inspections Near You in San Francisco
Searching for a fire escape service? You're in the right place. Great Escape Service & Inspection proudly offers certified inspections near you throughout San Francisco and nearby California communities. Our trained Inspectors are ready to help you meet code and protect your property.
Why Annual Inspections Matter
Your fire escape system is more than a structure; it’s a life-saving tool. That’s why California law requires annual service for continued occupancy and preventing ladders from seizing up.
With Great Escape Service & Inspection, you’ll benefit from:
Full compliance with California and San Francisco fire safety codes
Extended life of your drop ladder system
Identification of rust, wear, or mechanical issues before they become hazards
Documentation to pass building inspections without stress
Peace of mind for owners, tenants, and property managers alike
We Make Documentation Easy: After Service, You’ll Receive:
A detailed digital certification
A weatherproof month/year sticker is installed on your system
Everything you need for compliance, audits, and peace of mind.
Schedule Your Annual Fire Escape Service Today
Don’t wait for an emergency or violation notice. With Great Escape Service & Inspection, you’ll be working with highly trained fire escape inspectors who prioritize your building’s safety, code compliance, and long-term protection. We’re based in San Francisco and proudly serve the surrounding California areas. Call now or book your annual service online.
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We drop and lubricate the ladder
We check the path of egress
We visually inspect the entire system
We offer Barrel Replacement (custom made)
We offer cable replacement
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Clear the path of egress. This includes the platforms and landing path from the drop ladder to the street. The path should be completely unobstructed. Fire escapes and drop zones should be always kept clear. This is the law in San Francisco.
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We document any deficiency or areas of concern pertaining to rust, corrosion or malfunction on the fire escape drop ladder.
We offer a referral list for repairs such as Iron Works and Painters.
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Yes, we issue a certificate of inspection/Service and keep it on file so you have a record that the fire escapes have been serviced. The following agencies may look ask for the certificate.
The San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD)
The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection (SFDBI)
It is also possible that a Section-604 inspector may ask to see it to complete the 5-year structural affidavit
We also add stickers to the fire escape with month and year of service
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Most jurisdictions require annual maintenance. Some may mandate more detailed load testing every 5 years or as specified by local regulations.
