Life Safety Systems and Services
Protecting Lives. Safeguarding Property. Powering Peace of Mind.
In an emergency, seconds matter. The right life safety systems can mean the difference between a close call and a catastrophe. For decades, we’ve helped San Francisco businesses protect their people, property, and operations with reliable, code-compliant systems built to perform in critical moments.
From smoke control systems in high-rises to mass notification solutions on sprawling campuses, our team knows what it takes to keep San Francisco buildings safe, because we live and work here too.
What is Life Safety?
Life safety involves more than ticking boxes for code compliance. It’s about designing smarter systems that give people precious time to escape danger and empower first responders to act fast.
Whether it’s fire, smoke, power loss, or a gas leak, your life safety systems are your first and last line of defense. And in San Francisco’s dense, vertical, high-occupancy environments, those systems need to be reliable, resilient, and expertly maintained.
We design, install, and service the critical infrastructure your commercial building relies on — so when the unexpected happens, you’re ready.
Our Life Safety Expertise
We specialize in integrated, scalable life safety systems tailored to your building’s unique risks, occupancy, and regulatory requirements. Some of the systems we design, install, and maintain include:
Fire Alarm Systems
Early detection and fast response save lives. We design and service fire alarm systems that meet UL, NFPA, and California Fire Code standards.Emergency Lighting and Exit Signage
Power fails. People panic. It’s the kind of situation you want to avoid. Emergency lighting and clear, illuminated exit routes are critical to safe evacuations.Smoke Control and Ventilation Systems
In large or multi-story buildings, controlling smoke movement is as vital as putting out the fire. We deliver high-performance systems built for San Francisco’s toughest code requirements.Areas of Refuge and Communication Systems
For high-rise and healthcare environments, reliable communication for those who can’t self-evacuate is a legal and moral obligation.Mass Notification and Voice Evacuation Systems
Generic alarms aren’t enough. Integrated voice and messaging systems give occupants clear, real-time instructions when it matters most.Annual Testing, Inspections, and Maintenance
Compliance isn’t optional, and neither is readiness. We offer proactive maintenance programs to keep your systems operational and audit ready.Industries We Serve
As a life safety electrical company, our solutions support a diverse range of industries throughout San Mateo County and all of San Francisco:- Commercial offices and retail spaces
- Healthcare facilities
- Educational institutions
- Industrial and manufacturing plants
- Hospitality, entertainment, and sports venues
- Government and public works facilities
ASF Electric: San Francisco’s Life Safety Professionals
- Local, proven, trusted: We are a San Francisco Bay Area business with deep community ties and a long track record of delivering exceptional electrical solutions.
- Decades of life safety experience: Our dedicated life safety team has certified specialists trained on fire and life safety systems.
- Code-smart, compliance-ready: We stay ahead of San Francisco’s evolving fire and life safety codes, so you stay ahead of risk and liability.
- Responsive, on-call, reliable: Our rapid-response service teams are ready when you need them most.
If you’re responsible for keeping your building, your people, and your operations safe, we’re here to help. Get in touch with our team today to schedule a site assessment, review your current systems, or discuss a life safety solution built for your property or business. We proudly provide life safety services from the heart of San Francisco to the surrounding cities in San Mateo County, including Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Hillsborough, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, and Woodside.