Residential Fire Sprinkler Design — NFPA 13D

Quick & Approved Plans
for the Builders.

Life Safety for the Homeowners.

Stamped, permit-ready NFPA 13D submittal in 3-7 business days. Based in NorCal — design ships nationwide where licensing permits, full installation across Northern California.

Built for residential

We focus solely on residential fire protection. We serve:

  • Owner-Builders needing a submittal package tailored to a specific fire protection contractor and AHJ.
  • Custom and Tract Builders ready to break ground and needing an approved permit quickly.
  • Fire Sprinkler Contractors who need a consistent or ad-hoc design partner who can deliver plans that pass AHJ review.
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NFPA 13D Design

Stamped, permit-ready plans for custom homes and owner-builders. Each package includes fire sprinkler design with system riser detail, hydraulic calculations, product data sheets, and AHJ documentation. One revision included. Most plans delivered in 3-7 business days.

Currently licensed for California, with active expansion to additional states.

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Installation — for our NorCal builders

A complete install package for builders across Northern California: permitting, install, trim, inspection, and AHJ sign-off. Sprinkler systems designed and installed — matched cover plates and symmetric layout that blend cleanly into a finished home.

NorCal coverage: Sacramento, Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, Stockton, Redding, Chico, Auburn, and surrounding areas.

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Inspection, Repair & Maintenance

Inspection, repair, and maintenance on systems we installed and on residential systems built by others. Available across our NorCal coverage area.

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Why Builders work with us: Fast, Fair, Field-Tested

We Prioritize the Turnaround

Most plans go out in 3-7 business days from contract receipt. Our residential specialization is built for permit timelines and fast turnarounds. Our team has the capacity to handle volume without slowing down on quality.

Transparency in Pricing

Most NFPA 13D residential plans run $350-650. Pricing varies based on home complexity, sprinklered area, and AHJ requirements — but we keep it transparent and fair. Custom builds are expensive enough already. Plans shouldn't make it worse.

Designers with Field Experience

Every plan goes out under our lead designer's direct review, and he has spent ten years installing the systems he draws. Designs that work in the field because the people drawing them have been in the field. Most design-only firms can't say that.

Our Process

Four steps from Inquiry to Permit-Ready Plans.

1

Submit Your Project

Send the required documents through our intake form. We confirm receipt within 1 business day.

What we need:

  • • Site Plan with detailed water supply information
  • • Floor Plan
  • • Water Flow Reports
  • • Electrical Plan (if available)
  • • Section View (if available)
  • • Roof Framing Plans (if available)
2

Our Quote

After our review, you get a fixed quote and contract. Typically same day or next business day.

3

The Full Design Package

Plans, hydraulic calculations, and all AHJ submittal documents — typically 3-7 business days from contract signature.

4

Permit-Ready Handoff

Stamped, finalized plans delivered and ready to submit to your AHJ. We're available for follow-up questions during permitting.

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Revision (if needed)

One revision included if your AHJ requests changes. Typical turnaround: 3 business days.

CJ Shearer, founder of Shearer Fire Protection

Meet the Owner & Lead Designer

Led by Christian Shearer — decade of experience with residential fire sprinkler systems.

License

Fire Protection Contractor
C-16 License #1138035

Experience

10+ years installing and designing residential fire protection. Plans built to pass first AHJ review.

Coverage

Design: California, with active expansion to additional states as licensing aligns.

Installation: Northern California — Sacramento, Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, Stockton, Redding, Chico, Auburn, and surrounding areas.

From Our Blog: Resources for Residential Fire Protection

Coming soon: in-depth guides on NFPA 13D, working with your AHJ, and what owner-builders need to know before submitting for permit.

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Ready to get started?

Send us your project. You'll hear back within one business day with next steps.