ABOUT US
OHEAP Fire & Security is a third-generation family-run business. We’ve been protection specialists since 1958 and are trusted by over 7000 customers nationwide.
When our founder, Oswald Heap set up O. Heap & Sons all those years ago he had a vision.
“Empowering people to protect their business”
This means, that using the wealth of knowledge and experience we’ve amassed as a company over the last 50 years, we want to share with our customers the knowledge, expertise, and equipment to help protect their business.
Our Values

People
We strive to hire the best people and make them better. Our staff are the core of our business, we believe that by hiring great people and developing them further throughout their career we can provide our customers with the best solutions, service and experience.
Quality
We recognise that most of our products are only called upon in an emergency so you need to be confident they’ll work when you need them. This is why we only work with the best products and have built a robust and accredited servicing plan for every element.
Safety
The safety of our customers and employees is paramount. Throughout all of our services, you’ll find we’ve been accredited by a leading third-party body to ensure we are regularly assessed and always work to the highest standards.
Recent Insights
Discover the latest fire protection insights designed to help you understand the most suitable tactics when managing the risk of fire.
Emergency Lighting Standards, Important Updates
Staying on top of new developments in emergency lighting standards is crucial, especially for those involved in electrical installs. Legislation drives change focused on saving lives and averting potential disasters. We live in an ever-evolving landscape of safety...
Keep Your Small Paying Guest Accommodation Safe From Fire
On October 1st 2023, the UK government released a new comprehensive guide titled "Ensuring Safety in Your Small Paying Guest Accommodation". This was produced in collaboration with experts from the fire, commercial and housing sectors. The new fire safety legislation...
NSI Approved Alarm System: Securing Your Business
In today’s digital landscape, data breaches and security threats have become commonplace. Subsequently, many businesses are suffering and the need for robust security measures is non-negotiable. At OHEAP, ensuring the safety and integrity of sensitive information is...