SUMMIT FIRE CONSULTING
We Provide Solutions When Building and Fire Codes Challenge Your Project
Summit Fire Consulting is a team of licensed fire protection engineers and code consultants partnering with owners, architects, and developers to solve complex code challenges, accelerate approvals, and unlock designs others say can’t be built.
Overcome roadblocks, maximize your building’s value and build the way you want to build.
Trusted Across Industries, Backed by Proven Results
Our clients count on us for responsive guidance, cutting-edge modeling, real-world fire protection system designs and solutions that preserve both safety and vision.
Years in business and registered in every state
Projects completed
Staff participates on NFPA technical committees
The Partner You Call When the Stakes Are High
Our team delivers when time, budget and reputation are on the line
Faster Results
Our proprietary hardware and advanced modeling tools allow us to run simulations days faster than other firms.
Responsive Experts
Email us, and we’ll get back to you in one business day. Need us sooner? Give us a call same day—we move at the speed of your project.
Problem Solvers
Where others say “no,” we find compliant solutions that protect your design vision.
Value Beyond Compliance
Our engineering expertise doesn’t just meet code—it increases your building’s usable space, efficiency, and long-term value.
Local Knowledge, Broad Reach
With AHJ relationships and licenses in jurisdictions across the country and the strength of the full Summit Companies network, we deliver solutions wherever your business takes you.
Consulting Solutions That Move Projects Forward
Code Consulting and Compliance
Fire Protection and Life Safety Narratives
Design fire life safety systems and sequences that coordinate with building life safety features and support permit and final acceptance.
Fire Sprinkler System Design
Fire Detection and Alarm System Design
Special Hazard System Design
Smoke Control System Design
Fire, Smoke, and Egress Modeling
Leverage advanced modeling to evaluate building performance in realistic emergency scenarios and support informed decisions that protect occupants and design intent.
Performance-Based Design
Use alternative compliance and engineering analysis to demonstrate equivalent or superior life safety when prescriptive code limits design.
Hazardous Materials Consulting
Fire Hazard and Risk Assessment
Third-Party Reviews and QFPE Services
Commissioning, Testing, and Inspections
Clear Steps. Consistent Results.
Every project is different, but our process is always the same: precise, collaborative, and clear, guiding you through every stage with expertise and attention to detail.
01
DISCOVER
We listen, learn, and assess your unique challenges.
02
ANALYZE
03
DESIGN
04
DELIVER
Trusted to Solve the Toughest Challenges
Arthur J. Altmeyer Building Modernization
Modernized a landmark SSA building with full fire alarm and sprinkler/standpipe replacement, a resized fire pump, and stair and elevator upgrades to meet current code.
Minnesota State Capitol Restoration
Supported a historic capitol restoration with code and life safety analysis, sprinkler design, smoke control assistance, and alternative equivalencies.
Lube Tech Facility Upgrade for HazMat Storage
Helped a warehouse conversion support flammable liquids, aerosols, and high-piled storage through code analysis, permit documentation, and upgraded sprinkler, alarm, and venting systems.
Expert Guidance. Proven Protection.
Work with the partner who knows the codes, understands the risks, and delivers solutions you can trust.