Since 1959, Silco has been a trusted family-owned business, committed to delivering the best fire protection and security life safety services with the highest quality and reliability. Serving 45,000+ customers, we offer basic to complex solutions backed by our team of 450+ employees across eight Ohio and Kentucky offices. Our flagship Cincinnati office, which is also our original office, now serves as our corporate headquarters.
Serving Columbus and surrounding areas
CO2 fill customers: Please call ahead for availability
Fire Extinguisher Walk-in Service
Monday – Thursday
7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Friday
7:30 a.m. to noon
Reviews
Jerry Gulley
2 days ago
Silico has taken care of our church fire extinguishers for the last two years. Robert Roush the technician is great to work with, always communicates giving up to date text, arrives on time, and is very efficient. They are my go to for my yearly inspections.
Shad Evans
1 week ago
John updated company information, inspected site, left some extinguishers while outdated ones are updated, very professional... thanks
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! We’re glad to hear John provided professional and thorough service while making sure you remained protected during the update process. We appreciate you choosing Silco Fire & Security!
Myron Mast
1 week ago
Robert Roush was very clear with his comments explaining everything well. He was prompt, respectful and professional..
Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad Robert took the time to explain everything clearly and provided prompt, professional service. We appreciate your feedback and your trust in Silco!
Wes Damron
2 weeks ago
John’s a great technician. Always courteous and gets the job done in a timely manner
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words about John! We appreciate your feedback and your continued trust in our team!
Emily Johnson
2 weeks ago
We have used Silco for many years to do our annual fire extinguisher inspections. Ky Hines does our inspections every year and does a wonderful job! They are very consistent and reliable and really do what they can to keep their customers happy!
Response from the owner:We love hearing this! Thank you for trusting Silco with your fire extinguisher inspections year after year. We’ll be sure Ky knows how much you appreciate the consistent, reliable service he provides!
James Ezzo
2 weeks ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the five stars! We appreciate your support and are glad you had a great experience with our team.
Bobby Wall
4 weeks ago
The facility itself and the corresponding training equipment are absolutely fantastic. Hannah was wonderfully accommodating and helpful. Our instructor, Heath was an absolute well of knowledge and is a fantastic instructor.
Response from the owner:We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our training facility and hands-on equipment. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Hannah and Heath—they'll appreciate knowing their hospitality and expertise made such a positive impression. We look forward to welcoming you back for another training session!
Davis Kerns
4 weeks ago
Here for the firefighter training. Heath was a great instructor and Hannah was also a wonderful help! The facility was excellent!
Response from the owner:We're glad you enjoyed your firefighter training! It's great to hear Heath provided excellent instruction and that Hannah was such a helpful part of your experience. We appreciate your compliments on our training facility as well. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope to see you again at a future class!
Nathan Kent
4 weeks ago
Instructor Heath did a great job, good sense of humor and wasn’t boring. Hannah kept the facility clean and looking good, she even got lunch for our class free of charge
Response from the owner:We're so glad to hear Heath kept the class engaging while providing valuable instruction. We'll also be sure to share your kind words with Hannah—she works hard to create a welcoming environment, and we're happy to hear her efforts, including arranging lunch for your class, made your experience even better. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback!
Tyler Lanning
4 weeks ago
Was in class with the fire department today. Heath and Hannah did a great job setting up the class and information was useful.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review! We're happy to hear Heath and Hannah did an excellent job organizing the class and providing useful information. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Jeffrey Rosencrance
4 weeks ago
Heath did a great job. He is very knowledgeable with all the up to date fire codes and how the systems operate in the field.
Hannah was very helpful and friendly. The break area was a big hit.
Response from the owner:We appreciate your feedback! It's great to hear Heath's expertise and Hannah's friendly assistance helped make your experience a positive one. We're also happy to know you enjoyed the break area. Thank you for choosing Silco!
James Monter
1 month ago
As a professional firefighter/ fire inspector I found this training provided by Heath at Silco’s Columbus Ohio branch very valuable. The facility is great with several labs representing many different fire alarm panels and systems, kitchen suppression systems and sprinkler systems great lecture and hands on training in all these areas. Hannah was also very great to deal with provided us with a delicious lunch and was instrumental in helping schedule our visit . I would highly recommend that any professional in the fire service whether they be inspectors , officers or line firefighters take advantage of this free training 😁👍!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the thoughtful review! We are honored to hear the training provided value from the perspective of a professional firefighter and fire inspector. Our goal is to give first responders the opportunity to see, operate and better understand the systems they encounter in the field, and it is great to know the combination of classroom instruction and hands on labs made an impact. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome more members of the fire service to the training center.
Gary Vojtush
1 month ago
Very good class. Hanna and Heath were exceptional. I would recommend it to everyone, both new and experienced 👍
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! Creating an engaging learning experience takes a team effort, and it is wonderful to hear Heath and Hanna helped make it a valuable one. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Dominick Trozzi
1 month ago
Heath and Hannah were extremely accommodating and provided a spectacular course covering a wide range of topics consisting of alarm panels, kitchen suppression systems, sprinklers, extinguishers, and much more. I highly recommend this course to anyone in the fire service. It is a great resource to gain knowledge. A.W.D. Air, Water, Drain!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the outstanding review! We are thrilled to hear you found the course valuable and appreciated the wide range of topics covered. Our goal is to give members of the fire service practical knowledge they can apply in the field, and it is great to know the training delivered on that. We truly appreciate the recommendation.
Jason Gladwell
1 month ago
Very good training opportunity by Heath with the support of Hanna. Very well-organized and informative.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! Creating an engaging learning experience takes a team effort, and it is wonderful to hear Heath and Hanna helped make it a valuable one. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Scott Simmons
2 months ago
Great training!
Response from the owner:Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed the training and found it worthwhile. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to see you again at a future class.
Brian Lesch
2 months ago
Excellent training. Great detailed breakdown of different alarm systems and how they operate. Very information and I highly recommend for any fire service professional.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the recommendation! We are glad you found the training valuable and appreciated the detailed look at how different alarm systems operate. Understanding the "why" behind these systems can make a real difference in the field, and it is great to hear the class provided practical insight for fire service professionals. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience.
Michael Murphy
2 months ago
Heath M gives a great class on fire alarm panels.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the five-star review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed Heath's fire alarm panel class. We'll be sure to share your feedback with him. Thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security for your training needs!
Chad Walker
2 months ago
Very excellent class
Response from the owner:Thank you for the five-star review! We appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you. Thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security!
Michael Rickabaugh
2 months ago
Heath was extremely knowledgeable on fire alarm/detector systems and sprinkler systems. This was very applicable to our profession and will be beneficial on future emergency calls. Thank you for providing this training!
Response from the owner:We're glad to hear Heath's expertise and training on fire alarm, detector, and sprinkler systems provided valuable, real-world knowledge for your profession.We appreciate you attending and thank you for your dedication to keeping your community safe!
Corey Weekly
2 months ago
I can’t say enough good things about the training Heath provided for our fire department. The training center is a good asset for the fire service. Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! We're honored to support the fire service through our Training Center, and we're glad Heath was able to provide valuable training for your department. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to continuing to serve and educate first responders.
Jesse Crook
2 months ago
Heath did a fantastic job of explaining fire protection systems and alarms. He made the concepts very easy to understand. I will be able to bring this knowledge back to the fire house and implement it with the rest of the crews. Highly recommend the course to other fire department personnel. Thanks Heath!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're glad to hear Heath made complex fire protection and alarm concepts easy to understand and applicable to your department's needs. Knowing you'll be able to share that knowledge with the rest of your crew is exactly the kind of impact we strive for through our training programs.
Brock Piatt
2 months ago
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Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review! We appreciate your support and are glad you had a great experience. Thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security!
Allison Holtsberry
2 months ago
Heath provided a very valuable training! I needed this 10 years ago! Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad you found the training valuable and helpful. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Heath. Thank you for attending!
Lexie Thomas
2 months ago
Fast and responsive! Robert Roush was super knowledgeable and friendly.
Response from the owner:Thank you! We’re glad you had a fast, friendly, and knowledgeable experience. We appreciate you choosing Silco!
Jason Smith
2 months ago
Great class very informative and useful practical information.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you found the class informative and practical. Our goal is to provide training that is both engaging and useful in real-world situations. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and are grateful for the opportunity to help promote fire and life safety.
Dave White
2 months ago
Fire alarm panel class with Heath McNamee. Excellent class. Would recommend to any line officer, FFIC and fire safety inspector.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the Fire Alarm Panel class with Heath. Providing practical, high-quality training for fire service professionals is something we're passionate about. We appreciate your recommendation and are grateful for the opportunity to support line officers, FFICs, fire safety inspectors, and the entire fire service community.
Jason Miller
2 months ago
Fire Alarm training with Heath was excellent.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear you found the Fire Alarm training with Heath excellent. Heath is passionate about sharing his knowledge and helping fire service professionals build confidence with fire alarm systems. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to see you at a future training class!
Conrad Joseph
2 months ago
Great program for fire departments. Heath was an excellent instructor
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We're glad to hear you found the program valuable for fire departments and enjoyed the training. Heath is dedicated to providing informative, practical instruction, and we're thrilled he made a positive impact. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for the opportunity to serve the fire service community!
Josh Barnhart
2 months ago
Great instructor! Heath Mcnamee covered all fire alarm panels and explained in detail operations.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the training. Heath is passionate about helping fire service professionals better understand fire alarm systems, and we're thrilled to hear his detailed instruction made an impact. We appreciate your support!
Benjamin Lovell
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review! We appreciate your support and are glad you had a great experience with Silco Fire & Security.
Susan Glover
2 months ago
We had a very pleasant experience with our Silco Fire and Security representative Robert R. He was prompt and very thorough! He was pleasant and was very friendly!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words! We take great pride in delivering exceptional service, and it's wonderful to know Robert made such a positive impression. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security!
Robert Eddy
2 months ago
Robert Roush did amazing work and explained everything in fine detail......
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Robert provided such a great experience. Taking the time to explain everything thoroughly and ensure our customers feel informed is something we take pride in. We'll be sure to share your feedback with Robert. Thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security!
Shawn Farrigan
2 months ago
Very informative and the hand on is a plus.
Everyone should have this training.
Thank you Robert for your time.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We are glad you found the training informative and worthwhile. The hands on portion is often everyone's favorite because it gives people the opportunity to put what they learn into practice. We appreciate your recommendation and are happy to hear Robert helped make it a great experience.
Trae Harding
2 months ago
Putting out a real fire feels better then a fake one's
Response from the owner:There is no substitute for hands on experience when it comes to building confidence and preparedness. We are glad you enjoyed the live fire training and had the opportunity to experience the real thing in a safe, controlled environment. Thanks for sharing!
Mods T
2 months ago
Patient and made the experience fun to learn
Response from the owner:Thank you for the feedback! Glad to hear the class was both educational and enjoyable. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Mega Mayin
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the five-star review!
Matthew Roberts
2 months ago
Robert roush super funny and chill guy, came down to byesville at hcp did a heck of a job. Definitely recommended him
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review! We love hearing that the service was both effective and enjoyable. A little personality can go a long way, and we're glad Robert made a positive impression. We appreciate the recommendation!
Andrew Wildroudt
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the five-star review!
gary stanley
2 months ago
Robert was very helpful and informative when showing how to properly use a fire extinguisher
Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your experience! Knowing how to properly use a fire extinguisher can make all the difference in an emergency, so we are glad Robert was able to provide helpful guidance and clear instruction. We appreciate your feedback.
michelle boyer
2 months ago
Super friendly and funny! He explained the training very thoroughly! Great Job!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! A good training experience should be informative, engaging and enjoyable, so it is wonderful to hear all three came through. We are glad the training was explained clearly and left a positive impression.
Bobbie
2 months ago
Very good instructor. Explained everything well
Response from the owner:Thank you for the feedback! A great training experience starts with clear instruction, so we're glad everything was explained well. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Robby Weaver
2 months ago
Robert Roush was very detailed with his demonstration
Response from the owner:Thank you for the feedback! We are glad to hear you had such a good experience with Robert. Helping customers understand their equipment and feel confident in its operation is an important part of the service we provide.
Tami Spearman
2 months ago
Ky Hines has inspected our fire extinguisher for years at Denison University. He's always polite and professional. We look forward to seeing him every year
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind review! There is something special about seeing familiar faces year after year, and we are glad Ky has been a trusted part of your fire extinguisher inspections. We appreciate your continued partnership and look forward to serving you for many years to come.
Candace Chapman
2 months ago
Great customer service. Great service on demonstrating fire safety with us putting out the fires!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review! Providing engaging, educational experiences is something we take great pride in. Thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security!
George Kelller
2 months ago
Fire extinguisher training for our entire research development department went very well very well organized, and very effective training.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review! We're pleased to hear the fire extinguisher training for your Research & Development team was well organized and effective. We appreciate the opportunity to work with your team and thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security!
Todd Bullock
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Providing exceptional service and helping keep our customers safe is our top priority. Thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security—we look forward to serving you again in the future.
Bryan Durham
3 months ago
Heath gave a very good presentation
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad you found Heath's presentation informative and valuable. We appreciate your feedback and will be sure to share your kind words with him. Thanks for choosing Silco Fire & Security!
Joey Drumm
3 months ago
Fire inspector training. Excellent review of fire protection systems. Heath did a great job of presenting material.
Response from the owner:We're thrilled to hear you found the Fire Inspector Training valuable and informative. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security Training Center!
Shane Hammond
3 months ago
Heath did a good job explaining the entire systems
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review! We're glad Heath did an excellent job explaining the fire protection systems and making the material easy to follow. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Silco Fire & Security Training Center.
