Pye-Barker Fire Acquires United Fire Protection, Adds Two New Florida Locations

ALPHARETTA, Ga., March 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pye-Barker Fire & Safety ("Pye-Barker Fire") is proud to announce the acquisition of United Fire Protection ("United Fire"), headquartered in Tampa, FL. The purchase was finalized in March and furthers the dominant presence Pye-Barker Fire has established in the state over the past few years.  Financial details have not been disclosed.  

United Fire was established in 1999 and is a full-service fire protection company.  From their founding, their mission was to provide "world class services" to the wide range of customers they protect.  With 150 employees and four locations at the time of the acquisition, United Fire has a large presence throughout Florida and south Georgia.  Through this addition, Pye-Barker Fire establishes two new branches in Orlando and Ft. Lauderdale while expanding their current presence in Tampa, FL and Atlanta, GA.

United Fire was led by its founders Chad Norris, Rick Scott, and Blake More.  All three original owners will continue on with Pye-Barker Fire as they work to continue their growth within the region.

"Our team has worked tirelessly over the last 21 years to build a reputation for quality and dependability," shared United Fire President Chad Norris. "We're excited to join forces with the Pye-Barker Fire family because they share our passion for providing world class service."

Pye-Barker Fire is focused on growing its core markets while adding strategic new territories as opportunities arise. The Company's main focus is to acquire market-leading businesses with a solid historical financial performance to join its impressive and expanding footprint. Pye-Barker Fire values its culture and promotes an entrepreneurial environment where individual performance is recognized. The Company works with sellers to develop a post-close plan that aims to minimize business disruptions while offering professional employee development into the future. 

About Pye-Barker Fire & Safety:

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is a leading provider of fire and life safety protection services, with headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia and over 70 locations spanning the Continental US. Since its founding in 1946, Pye-Barker Fire's core values have been unwavering in providing honest and reliable service through its highly trained and dedicated employees. Pye-Barker Fire invests heavily in providing best-in-class training for its team while offering industry competitive benefits. To learn more about Pye-Barker Fire, visit www.pyebarkerfire.com. 

For more information contact:
Chuck Reimel, VP of Business Development
(910) 612-6252
[email protected]

SOURCE Pye-Barker Fire & Safety