Myth: "They cause water damage." 
Fact: Your sprinkler system will severely limit a fire's growth. Therefore, damage from home sprinkler system will be much less than the smoke and fire damage if the fire had gone on unabated or even the water damage cause by water from fire fighting hose lines. Quick response sprinklers release 13-24 gallons of water per minute compare to 125 gallons per minute released by a fire hose. An uncontrolled fire will cause significantly greater damage.

Myth: "If one sprinkler goes off, they all will." 
Fact: Only the sprinkler over the fire will activate. Sprinklers in each room react to temperatures in each room individually (usually 165° F). So, fire in a bedroom will activate only the sprinkler(s) in that room.

Myth: "The sprinklers may go off by accident." 
Fact: The odds are 1 in 16 million per years, in service, against accidental discharge because of a manufacturing defect. Further, sprinkler systems are specifically designed for your building and will be rigorously tested to minimize such accidents.

Myth: "Sprinkler systems are ugly." 
Fact: Due to advances in sprinkler technology, unobtrusive and attractive, ceiling and sidewall mount sprinkler heads are now available to blend into your room decor, ready to provide effective fire protection. Sprinklers are also available in a range of colors and sizes to blend into the background of any room. Jackson Automatic Sprinkler specializes in effective and attractive systems for your home.

Myth: "A smoke detector is enough protection." 
Fact: Smoke detectors will save lives by providing a much-needed system; but can do nothing to extinguish a growing fire. Too often, battery operated smoke detectors fail to function because the batteries are dead or have been removed. Detectors must be maintained in good working order to help save your life.

Myth: "I can't afford a sprinkler system." 
Fact: Usually, this is a question of priority. We don't hesitate to buy a comfortable couch, a plush carpet or the latest sound equipment. You can install a sprinkler system throughout your home for the equivalent cost. In fact, a sprinkler installation in a new home can cost as little as $1 per square foot, in many cases would represent less than 1% of the total construction cost; retrofitted systems are more expensive but easy to install. Most will agree that loved ones are the most important elements of our lives. Shouldn't their safety be a necessity?