Household fire extinguishers have a shelf life of six years, unless specifically stated otherwise. There is an expiration date printed at the bottom of the label on your equipment. Business owners should have their commercial fire extinguishers inspected every year. Commercial extinguishers should be inspected and refilled by a licensed professional after each use.

No matter what the situation is, if you have used or discharged your fire extinguisher in any way, it is no longer safe and must be inspected, repaired, recharged, or replaced. If you have any questions about proper disposal, or if you need to purchase a new extinguisher, contact Fire Extinguisher Specialists today. Do not call the fire department about your used fire extinguishers—call us.