Dry Riser Servicing in Kent – Successful 12 Bar Pressure Test in Tunbridge Wells
When a dry riser is called upon in an emergency, there is no room for uncertainty.
That is why routine dry riser servicing and pressure testing is such an important part of maintaining a building's fire safety systems.
On the 5th of August 2026, Dry Riser One attended a commercial property in Tunbridge Wells, Kent to complete the annual inspection and pressure test of a single dry riser system. The system incorporated one breeching inlet and four landing valves serving one staircase. Following a full visual inspection and pressure test, the system successfully passed its annual dry riser test in accordance with BS 9990:2015.
The Project: Dry Riser Testing in Tunbridge Wells, Kent
The building required its scheduled annual dry riser service to confirm that the system remained serviceable and capable of operating under pressure.
For property managers and those responsible for fire safety, the annual test is about much more than obtaining another certificate.
A dry riser may remain unused for long periods, but issues can still occur. Valves, cabinets, pipework and other parts can be affected by corrosion, damage, tampering or general wear. Regular inspections therefore help identify potential problems before the system is ever required by the Fire and Rescue Service.
For this Kent property, our engineers were dealing with:
1 dry riser system l 1 breeching inlet l 4 landing valves l 1 staircase
The objective was straightforward: inspect the complete accessible system and prove its integrity through a controlled annual pressure test.
Preparing the Dry Riser for Its Annual Pressure Test
Before introducing water and pressure into a dry riser, the system first needs to be checked methodically.
Our engineer inspected the relevant parts and confirmed the condition and operation of the system before commencing the pressure test.
The checks included the inlet arrangement, landing/outlet valves, valve boxes, drain valve and air release valve. These are among the key areas inspected during normal dry riser servicing because damage, corrosion, obstruction or missing components can compromise the system.
Once pressure is increased slowly, our engineer needs to be able to monitor the system accurately while checking for any indication of leakage or pressure loss.
The Result: Dry Riser Test Passed
The outcome was exactly what a building manager wants to see: PASS.
The single dry riser system successfully completed its inspection and annual pressure test to BS 9990:2015. No remedial works were identified as being required on the compliance certificate, and documentation was issued following completion.
A certificate is an important part of the process because it provides a record that the dry riser has been inspected and tested. Dry Riser One recommends retaining the certification as part of the property's fire safety and building compliance records.
Why Annual Dry Riser Servicing Matters
BS 9990 servicing guidance calls for a visual inspection every six months and a full pressure test annually. During the annual test, the system is filled with water and subjected to a 12 bar test for 15 minutes to establish that it remains watertight.
Problems that can develop between inspections include corrosion, damaged valves, missing parts, vandalism and deterioration of exposed equipment. Finding these issues through planned maintenance is considerably preferable to discovering them when firefighters need the riser during an emergency.
Providing Dry Riser Servicing Across Kent
This Tunbridge Wells project is a good example of the kind of planned dry riser servicing in Kent that Dry Riser One carries out for building owners, facilities managers, managing agents and contractors.
Whether a property contains a single dry riser, like the system tested here, or multiple risers across a larger development, the principle remains the same: inspect the equipment properly, pressure-test it correctly and leave the responsible person with clear documentation.
Dry Riser One provides dry riser inspection, annual pressure testing, maintenance and remedial works in Tunbridge Wells and throughout Kent, with servicing undertaken in line with BS 9990:2015.
Need a Dry Riser Test in Kent?
If your dry riser service is approaching its due date, or you are unsure when the system was last tested, Dry Riser One can arrange an inspection and annual pressure test.
We work with property managers, facilities teams, contractors and building owners throughout Kent and across the UK, providing clear testing, certification and advice on any remedial works that may be required.
Contact Dry Riser One Ltd to arrange your next dry riser inspection or annual 12 bar pressure test.
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