About Fire Examiners
Independent third-party firestop special inspections—not the installer.
Fire Examiners was founded to bring true accountability and technical excellence to firestop and life safety inspections. With 45,000+ inspections completed nationwide, we help building owners, contractors, and AHJs achieve code compliance with confidence.
Discover our beginning
Our Story
Fire Examiners was built on a simple belief: every firestop system deserves expert, independent verification.
What started as a focused mission to protect lives and property through rigorous inspection has grown into a trusted national resource for third-party firestop special inspections, pre-construction reviews, and remediation oversight.
Today we combine deep technical knowledge of ASTM E2174, ASTM E2393, and IBC requirements with real-world field experience to deliver reports that stand up to the toughest scrutiny.
We do not inspect our own installs. Findings are based on what is in the field and what the listings and documents require—not on keeping a contractor comfortable.
Integrity
AHJs, owners, and insurers need reports they can rely on. We write for that audience: specific, usable, and tied to the standards that apply.
Trust
Firestop issues show up on the critical path. We prioritize clear communication, timely field presence, and documentation that helps the project move.
Responsive
Life safety assemblies are not paperwork theater. Inspection quality and remediation follow-through are how those assemblies earn their place on the job.
Safety & Quality
By the numbers
Trusted by AHJs, Insurers & Building Owners
45000+
Inspections Completed
Our Expertise & Approach
We specialize in independent third-party inspections of firestop systems. Our team brings deep knowledge of ASTM E2174 (through-penetration firestop systems) and ASTM E2393 (fire-resistant joint systems), along with full compliance to IBC 1705.17 special inspection requirements. We are the independent eyes that verify the work is done correctly the first time.
Expertise
- Independent third-party inspections
- Pre-construction submittal & shop drawing reviews
- Full remediation management and oversight
- Detailed, defensible reporting trusted by AHJs and insurers
- Nationwide reach with responsive local service