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
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Fire Extinguisher Walk-in Service
Monday – Thursday
7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Friday
7:30 a.m. to noon
Reviews
James Monter
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the five-star review!
Matthew Roberts
1 month 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
1 month ago
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the five-star review!
gary stanley
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
2 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
2 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
2 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.
scott mccain
2 months ago
Silco fire department training taught by Heath was awesome.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We're delighted to hear you had an awesome experience at the Fire Department Training. Heath works hard to make each session informative, engaging, and relevant to real-world situations, and we're glad that came through during your training. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to see you again at a future class.
Josie Kaltenbach
2 months ago
Heath did a great job with the fire department inspector training! The information was valuable and will help me moving forward as an inspector.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review! We're pleased to hear that you found the Fire Department Inspector Training valuable and applicable to your role as an inspector. Heath is committed to providing practical, real-world knowledge that attendees can take back and use in the field. We appreciate your feedback and are glad the training will help support your future success.
Clayton Miller
2 months ago
Excellent program for fire departments, firefighters, officers, prevention, and overall general knowledge of fire alarm systems and suppression systems.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the excellent review! We’re proud to provide training that supports fire departments, firefighters, officers, and prevention personnel with practical, real-world knowledge of fire alarm and suppression systems. It’s great to hear the program delivered value across so many areas. We appreciate your support of the Silco Fire & Security Training Center!
Ara Dockstader
2 months ago
I attended the FF alarm systems class. Heath was excellent, the facilities are first-rate, and the knowledge was indispensable!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the FF alarm systems class and found the training valuable. Heath takes pride in delivering engaging, knowledgeable instruction, and we’re glad the first-rate facilities and hands-on learning experience made an impact. Thank you for choosing the Silco Fire & Security Training Center!
Dan Root
2 months ago
Took the FF fire alarm system/pump training course. Heath was a very informative and knowledgeable instructor. A very worthwhile course for any FF!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review! We’re glad to hear you found the FF fire alarm system and pump training course valuable. Heath is passionate about sharing his knowledge and providing practical, real-world instruction for firefighters. We appreciate your recommendation and thank you for choosing the Silco Fire & Security Training Center!
Jennifer Cochran
2 months ago
This is the best fire suppression training I have attended. Heath keeps the training moving a a good pace and engaged the group.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the incredible feedback! We’re honored to hear this was the best fire suppression training you’ve attended. Heath does a great job keeping the class engaging, informative, and moving at a strong pace while creating a hands-on learning environment. We appreciate you choosing the Silco Fire & Security Training Center and taking the time to share your experience!
P Fredieu
2 months ago
Heath taught a great class. Definitely thorough and very knowledgeable on the topic. It will definitely help during responses
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! We’re glad to hear Heath delivered a thorough and knowledgeable training experience. Providing real-world education that helps first responders feel more prepared and confident during emergency responses is exactly what we strive for at the Silco Fire & Security Training Center. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience!
Thomas Kus
2 months ago
Training Center Columbus
Response from the owner:Thank you for the five-star review of the Silco Fire & Security Training Center in Columbus! We’re proud to provide hands-on, real-world training that helps firefighters and industry professionals grow their knowledge and confidence. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again at a future class!
Dave Wheeler
2 months ago
I attended training on fire alarm and sprinkler systems at Silco Fire & Security. As a firefighter the training was extremely thorough and valuable, and will allow me to serve my community in a more professional manner. Our instructor, Heath, was outstanding and very knowledgeable. Outstanding training!
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! We’re proud to hear the fire alarm and sprinkler systems training provided valuable real-world knowledge that will help you continue serving your community. Heath is extremely passionate about training and sharing his industry experience, and we will be sure to pass along your kind words. We truly appreciate the opportunity to support firefighters and first responders through hands-on fire and life safety education.
Samuel Vondenhuevel
2 months ago
Heath did a great job presenting the fire alarm and suppression systems in a manner that was concise and easy to follow. He was great at answering questions that arose and providing any demonstrations that needed further explanations
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! We’re glad to hear the training was concise, easy to follow, and valuable to your team.
Brian Lyday
2 months ago
I attended silco sprinkler training center and was thoroughly impressed with the facility and Heath Mcnamee’s knowledge. Would highly recommend this to any and all firefighters
Response from the owner:Thank you for the recommendation! We’re proud to hear you were impressed with the James A. Fraser Training Center and Heath’s knowledge and instruction. Providing hands-on, real-world training for firefighters and first responders is something we’re very passionate about. We truly appreciate your support and recommendation!
