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Vanguard Fire & Security Systems

Founded in 1957, Vanguard Fire & Security Systems is a leading provider of solutions and services for fire protection, life safety, and security systems. From design and installation to Inspection, Testing and Maintenance, Vanguard serves clients in any and all aspects of new and upgraded system service and implementation.

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Vanguard has several locations throughout Michigan and Texas, and serves clients throughout North America. It is Vanguard’s mission to provide high-level, customized fire protection, life safety, and security systems to our clients in all industries.

Vanguard Fire & Security Systems

Founded in 1957, Vanguard Fire & Security Systems is a leading provider of solutions and services for fire protection, life safety, and security systems. From design and installation to Inspection, Testing and Maintenance, Vanguard serves clients in any and all aspects of new and upgraded system service and implementation.

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Vanguard has several locations throughout Michigan and Texas, and serves clients throughout North America. It is Vanguard’s mission to provide high-level, customized fire protection, life safety, and security systems to our clients in all industries.

ANNOUNCEMENT

We are excited to join the Pye-Barker family with our shared values and vision for fire and life safety protection.

ANNOUNCEMENT

We are excited to join the Pye-Barker family with our shared values and vision for fire and life safety protection.

A Foundation Built on Safety

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Fire protection, life safety, and security systems all have one thing in common: they work to keep your people, your property, and your products safe. Since day one, it’s been our mission to develop and master the technology, system designs, and products that keep people safe. That mission remains true to the core of our business today. In every job we complete, and every client we work with, our goal is always to provide the best in safety, fire protection, and security.

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A Foundation Built on Safety
vanguard 1957

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Fire protection, life safety, and security systems all have one thing in common: they work to keep your people, your property, and your products safe. Since day one, it’s been our mission to develop and master the technology, system designs, and products that keep people safe. That mission remains true to the core of our business today. In every job we complete, and every client we work with, our goal is always to provide the best in safety, fire protection, and security.

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Experienced, Certified Staff

At Vanguard, we know that your company’s safety begins with our staff’s expertise. That’s why Vanguard technicians are factory-trained and certified to design, install, inspect, test, and maintenance your system. Our in-house staff of NICET certified designers, sales representatives, and service technicians are constantly updating their knowledge, training and retraining, and becoming certified on the latest advances in life safety and fire codes. We believe that the very best life safety and fire protection systems start with the very best minds. You’ll find our staff to be certified, knowledgeable, and familiar with even the newest fire protection and safety technologies.

Experienced, Certified Staff
vanguard staff

At Vanguard, we know that your company’s safety begins with our staff’s expertise. That’s why Vanguard technicians are factory-trained and certified to design, install, inspect, test, and maintenance your system. Our in-house staff of NICET certified designers, sales representatives, and service technicians are constantly updating their knowledge, training and retraining, and becoming certified on the latest advances in life safety and fire codes. We believe that the very best life safety and fire protection systems start with the very best minds. You’ll find our staff to be certified, knowledgeable, and familiar with even the newest fire protection and safety technologies.

Dedicated to Environmental Sustainability

Vanguard is dedicated to supplying our clients with the highest-performing products that are safe for people, and for the environment. We know that not all fire suppression agents are created equal. That’s why we work hard to stay in front of new, environmentally friendly alternatives, and present them to our clients whenever we can. To us, safety means implementing solutions that don’t just put out fires, but that also keep everyone safe. That includes our environment, too.

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Dedicated to Environmental Sustainability
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Vanguard is dedicated to supplying our clients with the highest-performing products that are safe for people, and for the environment. We know that not all fire suppression agents are created equal. That’s why we work hard to stay in front of new, environmentally friendly alternatives, and present them to our clients whenever we can. To us, safety means implementing solutions that don’t just put out fires, but that also keep everyone safe. That includes our environment, too.

Your Pre-Qualified Vetted Contractor

Vanguard takes great pride in offering quality service and effective, custom-designed fire protection and safety systems. To ensure we’re always delivering the best service possible, we work closely with third-party vetting companies. Every system we install is designed to meet even the most stringent guidelines and codes, and our technicians and safety programs are also regularly vetted to ensure ultimate compliance and safety for your company. Our trusted associations include:

AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER ASSOCIATION

A non-profit, national association helping to create awareness on the dangers of fire by promoting automatic fire sprinkler systems.

ABC – WESTERN MICHIGAN CHAPTER

A national association promoting merit shop principles and free enterprise in America’s commercial construction industry.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS

A trade association serving  companies that sell, distribute, and service fire equipment in addition to fire protection services.

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION

A premiere non-profit, association devoted to save lives and reduce loss by providing code development information to the fire industry.

Your Pre-Qualified
Vetted Contractor

Vanguard takes great pride in offering quality service and effective, custom-designed fire protection and safety systems. To ensure we’re always delivering the best service possible, we work closely with third-party vetting companies. Every system we install is designed to meet even the most stringent guidelines and codes, and our technicians and safety programs are also regularly vetted to ensure ultimate compliance and safety for your company. Our trusted associations include:

AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER ASSOCIATION

AMERICAN FIRE SPRINKLER ASSOCIATION

A non-profit, national association helping to create awareness on the dangers of fire by promoting automatic fire sprinkler systems.

ABC – WESTERN MICHIGAN CHAPTER

ABC – WESTERN MICHIGAN CHAPTER

A national association promoting merit shop principles and free enterprise in America’s commercial construction industry.

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTORS

A trade association serving companies that sell, distribute, and service fire equipment in addition to fire protection services.

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION

A premier non-profit, association devoted to save lives and reduce loss by providing code development information to the fire industry.

 We're Here For You 24/7

The Vanguard team is here for you 24/7, whether you have an emergency maintenance request or you're just looking for a quote. With more than 60 years of experience and a full team of specialized technicians ready to respond to emergency service requests, schedule inspections, and draw up quotes, we're ready whenever you are. Let us know how we can help.

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We're Here For You 24/7

The Vanguard team is here for you 24/7, whether you have an emergency maintenance request or you're just looking for a quote. With more than 60 years of experience and a full team of specialized technicians ready to respond to emergency service requests, schedule inspections, and draw up quotes, we're ready whenever you are. Let us know how we can help.

New Customers

FREE QUOTE REQUEST

GET SERVICE REQUEST

New Customers

SCHEDULE INSPECTION

INSURANCE REQUEST

Let Us Help You Protect Your Clients, Employees & Property

It's Vanguard's mission to help our clients keep their facilities, employees, and assets safe. We install fire suppression systems, life safety systems, and security systems customized to meet your facility's specific requirements. If you're interested, let us know by filling out the form

Let Us Help You Protect Your Clients, Employees & Property

It's Vanguard's mission to help our clients keep their facilities, employees, and assets safe. We install fire suppression systems, life safety systems, and security systems customized to meet your facility's specific requirements. If you're interested, let us know by filling out the form.

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    Founded in 1957, Vanguard Fire & Security systems is a leading provider of solutions and services for fire protection, life safety, and security systems. We are dedicated to implementing solutions that protect your people, your property, and your products.

    Monday - Friday:  8am-5pm
    Saturday - Sunday:  Closed

    Join Our Team

    Interested in fire protection, life safety, and security systems? View available open positions on the Vanguard team.

    Reach Out To Us

    Have a question? Looking for a quote? We'd love to help; just let us know what we can do for you.

     24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE  (800) 826-8577

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    Founded in 1957, Vanguard Fire & Security systems is a leading provider of solutions and services for fire protection, life safety, and security systems. We are dedicated to implementing solutions that protect your people, your property, and your products.

    Monday - Friday:  8am-5pm
    Saturday - Sunday:  Closed

    Join Our Team

    Interested in fire protection, life safety, and security systems? View available positions on the Vanguard team.

    Reach Out To Us

    Have a question? Looking for a quote? We'd love to help; just let us know what we can do for you.

    24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE (800) 826-8577

    Join Our Newsletter