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Your SoCal Residential & Commercial Fire Protection Company

About Southern California Fire Protection Inc. - SoCal Fire Protection

TRADITIONAL VALUES ~ WE BUILD RELATIONSHIPS

At Southern California Fire Protection, formerly known as Bolt Mechanical Inc., we maintain and install your Automatic Extinguishing Systems (AES) in order to protect life and minimize damage in the case of a fire event.

We take pride in collaborating closely with our customers. We understand the responsibility involved in ensuring your Fire and Life Safety Systems are thoroughly inspected, tested, and maintained.

Additionally, at Southern California Fire Protection, our cloud-based document control system ensures that the necessary legal documentation is in order and processed on time.

For example, the State Fire Marshall AES Forms are essential to provide proof to the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) that you are certified and have met the applicable standards.

We at Southern California Fire Protection Inc. look forward to working with you and satisfying your Fire Safety Protection needs.

Our Services

Southern California Fire Protection Services

Fire Sprinklers

Fire Sprinklers

Protecting Lives and Property!

NFPA fire sprinkler standards
Testing
Inspections
New Installations
Maintenance & Repairs
Tenant Improvements
Property Management Specialists
Residential & Commercial Services

Our Fire Sprinkler Services
Fire Hydrants

Fire Hydrants

A Quiet Hero on Every Corner!

NFPA 24, 291, 25
Annual Flushing
Five Year Flow Testing
Flow Charts
Caps/Chains
Markers (Blue Dots)
Repairs
and More…

Our Fire Hydrant Services
Fire Pumps

Fire Pumps

The Heartbeat of Your System!

NFPA 20, 25
Diesel & Electric
Horizontal
Vertical
In-Line
End Suction
Flow Meter Testing (Bypass Loop)
Water Tanks

Our Fire Pump Services
Waterworks (Pipeline)

Waterworks (Pipeline)

Designed for Performance Under Pressure!

NFPA 13, 13D, 13R, 25
Pipeline Failure
Backflows
Fire Hydrants
PIV’s
FDC’s

Our Waterworks Services
Backflows

Backflows

Protection You Don’t See – Safety You Trust!

NFPA 24, 25
City Testing Reports
Double Check Detector
Reduced Pressure Detector
112 USC approved Models to Choose From

Our Backflow Services
Fire Hose

Fire Hose

Supporting Firefighters on the Front Line!

NFPA 1962, 25
Annual, Three & Five-Year Certifications
Hydrostatic Service Testing
Inspections
Installations
Repairs & Replacements

Our Fire Hose Services

Customer Portal & Document Control

Making Documentation Easy!

At SoCal Fire Protection we use a Self-Serve Portal, which allows you to self-serve your products or services.

Our Document Control services help you manage account updates, pay bills, manage requests, check on job progress, and more.

Making Documentation Easy

Property Management

Your Property Is Our Priority!

We work with Property Management Companies to ensure the smooth operation and profitability of residential complexes.

We focus on Fire and Life Safety. We work closely with property management owners, risk departments, as well as regional and onsite managers.

Your Property is Our Priority

24 Hour Service

We’re here when you need us! 24/7

Activated Fire Sprinkler Heads
Damaged System Devices
Ruptured Pipeline
Fire Hydrant Damage
Backflow Theft
CPVC Damage
and More…

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Introducing Our New Name

We are pleased to announce a company name change taking effect in 2026 that better reflects the nature of our business. Bolt Mechanical Inc. is now Southern California Fire Protection Inc.

Our Work

Fire Sprinkler Systems
Certification, Maintenance and Repairs.
Fire Hose
Testing, Maintenance, Installations and Repairs.
Fire Pumps
Monthly, Annual and Five Year Testing.
Fire Sprinklers
Replacements, UL Testing, Manufacturer Recalls and more...
Fire Hydrants
Certifications, Maintenance and Repairs.
Five-Year Certifications
Fire Spinklers Systems, Standpipes and Hydrants..
Onsite Pipe Fabrication
Tenant Improvements, Installations and Repairs.
BackFlows
Testing, Maintenance, Installation and Repairs
Waterworks
Pipeline Installation and Repairs.
Standpipes
Testing, Maintenance and Repairs.
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Top Notch Document Control

At Southern California Fire Protection we make sure that you receive the approved documentation that you need ASAP. As a result, you are not delayed by poor organization and paperwork. Rather, you can focus on your business.

State Fire Marshall Reports

AES Forms, developed by the State Fire Marshal Office, are used to record the results of all ITM of water-based fire protection systems, as well as engineered and pre-engineered fire protection systems.

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Work Order Dispatch and Reports

Complete Reports at the End of Each Job
Custom Notifications
Arrival Time Window
Estimated Duration & Job Priority
Picture of Assigned Techs

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Compliance Engine Reporting

The Compliance Engine is a web-based service for the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to track and drive code compliance of ITM, reduce false alarm activity, and provide safer communities.

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Customer Cloud Storage

Our Customer Cloud Storage allows:

24/7 Access
Individual Property Files
Current Failed Reports Needing Repairs
Passed Status Reports, Post Repairs
Supplementary AES Forms Dated, Signed and Submitted to the AHJ, where applicable.

More About Document Control

LA City Reg 4 Reports

We help you fill out all the required LA City Reg 4 Reports:

In 1966, at direction of the Fire Chief, the Bureau of Fire Prevention and Public Safety developed criteria and standards for performance testing of fire protection equipment and systems. We continue to comply with these regulations!

We Make it Easier

SCFP Customer Portal

The Customer Web Portal allows our customers to login and view their work and estimate history, update their communication preferences, as well as update addresses and contact information.

SCFP Customer Portal

What is a C-16 Fire Protection License?

Southern California Fire Protection Inc., formerly know as Bolt Mechanical, is a licensed Fire Protection Contractor Company. The definition of our license by the State of California is:

“C-16 – Fire Protection Contractor California Code of Regulations Title 16, Division 8, Article 3.

Classification A fire protection contractor lays out, fabricates and installs all types of fire protection systems; including all the equipment associated with these systems, excluding electrical alarm systems.”

Our Partners & Brands

At Southern California Fire Protection we use quality products and brands that adhere to a high standard of manufacturing. Our employees are highly trained and are happy to assist you with the know-how and experience needed in your daily business.

Your SoCal Fire & Life Safety Company.

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