aFiremansFriend™ Draft Hydrant connects your pool or other water source directly to firefighters—providing immediate, high-volume water where traditional hydrants can’t.
What Is a Draft Hydrant?
A draft hydrant—sometimes called a dry hydrant—is a permanently installed pipe connected to a static water source such as a pool, pond, lake, or river. Unlike a municipal hydrant that’s fed by pressurized water mains, a draft hydrant is designed so that a fire engine’s pump can draw water by suction (drafting), giving firefighters fast, reliable access even in rural or hillside locations.
“…a body of water is aFiremansFriend™!”
aFiremansFriend™ System
Your pool becomes a firefighter-ready hydrant.
KEY FEATURES
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Permanent installation with a low-profile connection point.
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Professional-grade components engineered to meet or exceed Cal Fire and local standards.
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Immediate compatibility with fire department equipment—no adapters or special fittings needed.
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Lower demand on traditional fire hydrant networks – Cost saving for municipalities!
Once installed, your system stands guard 24/7. When firefighters arrive, they simply connect, prime, and draft thousands of gallons of water within minutes—often before a conventional hydrant could be reached.
THE PROCESS
1. Assessment
2. Installation
We integrate the draft hydrant with your pool or pond using durable, code-compliant piping and fittings.
3. Fire Department Notification
Your local fire agency is informed and your property is marked in their system as an available water source.
4. Training & Orientation
We walk you through system operation and basic fire-safety readiness.
5. Maintenance & Peace of Mind
Simple periodic checks keep the system in peak condition—no complex upkeep.
Safety & Compliance
aFiremansFriend™ Draft Hydrant is designed in consultation with Cal Fire guidelines and local ordinances.
All components are fire-service–grade and built for long-term durability. Installers are trained and certified to ensure every system meets both state and local code requirements.
Homeowners, Firefighters & Cities All Benefit
Whether you’re a homeowner, a fire authority, or a municipal planner, the system delivers:
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Immediate access to tens of thousands of gallons of water
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Reduced fire-response times
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Lower demand on traditional hydrant networks
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Greater neighborhood resilience during extreme fire seasons
