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This section discusses the separate sprinkler system costs that were analyzed and breaks down the several sprinkler system variables that factor into system cost. These variables include system requirements and extent of coverage, piping material, water source, permit and inspection fees, system design type, custom versus tract homes, foundation type, and the existence of statewide sprinkler regulations.
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The average total cost for the 2008 study of $6,316 declined to $6,026 in 2013. However, the total cost is dependent on house size and required sprinklered space.
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Estimate provided by a sprinkler contractor and consistent with other information found from suppliers.
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Newport Partners LLC. (2014). Cost Analysis of Residential Sprinkler Systems. In: Home Fire Sprinkler Cost Assessment. SpringerBriefs in Fire. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-1083-0_3
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