Pye-Barker expands US presence with 12 new acquisitions
Iain Hoey
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New acquisitions continue Pye-Barker’s 2025 expansion across the US
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired 12 additional fire protection, life safety and security companies in the United States, according to a company announcement.
The firm said these new businesses joined its team in 2025, adding to a growing list of acquisitions this year and expanding on its national network.
The company said these purchases support its strategy to offer a full range of fire alarm, sprinkler and security services across the country.
Pye-Barker was ranked fourth on the 2025 SDM 100 list of security businesses in the US.
The company added that these acquisitions follow a year of expansion in 2024 and align with a long-term strategy focused on team integration and regional service coverage.
List of acquired companies spans 11 states
The 12 companies acquired by Pye-Barker in 2025 include firms in Florida, Illinois, Connecticut, New Jersey, Idaho, Maine, Ohio, Montana and Texas.
These companies are:
- Fire Sentry Systems, Inc. – Idaho
- Safeguard Fire Equipment Co. – Illinois
- I Am Guarded Security Systems II, LLC – Florida
- Homeguard, Inc. – Connecticut
- Black Bear Security, Inc. – Maine
- First Guard LLC – New Jersey
- WSS Integrated Technologies – New Jersey
- K.C. Fire Systems, Inc. – Florida
- Cincinnati Alarm Systems, Inc. – Ohio
- Butte Security – Montana
- Georgetown Fire and Safety, LLC – Texas
- Action Fire Extinguisher, Inc. – Montana
These join previously announced 2025 acquisitions such as Alarm Engineering Inc., Moore Fire Protection and Extreme Fire Protection.
Company says expansion is focused on team integration
Pye-Barker said that its growth model centres on acquiring companies that share its core values and approach to team building.
Bart Proctor, CEO of Pye-Barker, said: “Each acquisition we make acts as a building block for our continued growth.”
He added: “Every company — and more importantly, every team member at those companies — adds value to our business, allowing us to expand our service offerings for customers to better serve their life safety needs.”
He continued: “Thought and care is put into every acquisition decision to ensure we’re choosing values-aligned organisations, and we’re proud to be the acquirer of choice because of the way we treat our team and preserve legacies.”
Pye-Barker describes itself as largest integrated provider in the US
According to the company, Pye-Barker is the largest fully integrated fire and safety provider in the United States.
It currently operates over 250 locations and employs around 8,000 staff.
The firm ranked No. 849 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list and No. 4 on the SDM 100 security industry ranking.
The company provides a full range of fire alarm, suppression and security system services.
Its expansion model includes acquiring fire protection, sprinkler, alarm and security system companies across the country.
Strategic acquisitions part of long-term approach
The company said these acquisitions are part of a longer-term growth plan that began before 2025.
Earlier acquisitions in 2025 include Nebraska Safety and Fire Equipment, Arrow Fire Protection and Sonitrol Pacific.
The company stated that these additions have helped extend its reach across key US markets and increased capacity in installation, maintenance and monitoring.
According to its website, Pye-Barker is focused on continuing this approach to maintain national coverage and standardised service delivery.
The company said that information on its acquisition model is available at pyebarkerfs.com/acquisitions.
Pye-Barker expands US presence with 12 new acquisitions: Summary
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired 12 more fire protection and security firms in the United States during 2025.
The announcement was made by Pye-Barker Fire & Safety.
The acquisitions include companies across 11 states, such as Florida, Illinois, Ohio and Texas.
Newly added companies include Fire Sentry Systems, Action Fire Extinguisher and Safeguard Fire Equipment Co.
The company said the growth is part of a deliberate expansion strategy.
Pye-Barker is ranked fourth in the SDM 100 list for 2025.
The company has over 250 US locations and 8,000 employees.
Pye-Barker said each acquisition supports its service offering and operational coverage.
The company described its process as values-based and team-focused.
Bart Proctor, CEO of Pye-Barker, said every acquisition adds value to the wider business.