A well-maintained care home is essential to resident safety, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. That’s why RDS Carebuild offers a comprehensive maintenance and aftercare service tailored specifically to the needs of care facilities.

We provide both scheduled preventative maintenance and responsive repair services — addressing issues before they escalate and keeping your building running smoothly. Our team is on hand to support with regular checks, statutory compliance (such as fire and gas safety), and asset longevity.

Whether we built your care home or not, you can rely on us to deliver proactive, cost-effective aftercare that gives you peace of mind and protects your investment.

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Fire Doors, Sprinklers & Fire Safety Systems

Fire safety is a critical component in any care environment, especially in homes designed for individuals with special needs, where mobility limitations or cognitive impairments can affect a person’s ability to respond quickly in an emergency. Properly installed and well-maintained fire doors, sprinkler systems, and alarm technologies offer essential protection, helping to contain fires, reduce smoke spread, and ensure precious time for safe evacuation.

Fire doors play a key role in compartmentalising buildings, slowing the spread of fire and smoke between areas. In a care setting, this can be the difference between a manageable incident and a catastrophic one. These doors must meet strict compliance standards and require routine checks to ensure the seals, hinges, and automatic closers function correctly in the event of an emergency.

Sprinkler systems provide a rapid-response fire suppression method that activates automatically, reducing the intensity of fires before emergency services arrive. Particularly in overnight care facilities or supported living environments, sprinklers offer 24/7 protection—even when occupants are unable to act themselves.

Finally, integrated fire safety systems—including alarms, emergency lighting, and smoke detectors—are vital for early warning and guided escape. These systems must be regularly tested and maintained to guarantee reliable performance and adherence to building safety regulations.

At RDS Carebuild, we understand the heightened responsibility involved in safeguarding vulnerable residents. Our maintenance services ensure all fire safety measures are kept in optimal condition, giving care providers peace of mind and residents the safe, secure environments they deserve.

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What’s included:

• Planned maintenance programmes
• Emergency callouts and repairs
• Compliance checks (fire doors, fire alarms, sprinklers, gas, electrics)
• Ongoing building condition assessments
• Facility upgrades and lifecycle planning
• Reactive support for wear-and-tear issues

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