Updated: Jun 16, 2026
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374 HOBBS STREET, Tampa, FL, 33619
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Universal Fire Systems Plumber
Universal Fire Systems Inc, 374 Hobbs St, Tampa, FL (Owned by: Mayo, Robert D) holds a Fire Protection System Ii Sfm license and 2 other licenses according to the Highlands County license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 105 ranks in the top 8% of 191,428 Florida licensed contractors.
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Universal Fire Systems Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (813) 622-9200
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Address: 374 HOBBS STREET, Tampa, FL 33619
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Universal Fire Systems Inc Tampa
Quality
105
92nd percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Universal Fire Systems Inc has a BuildZoom score of 105, which places them above 92% of 191,428 contractors in Florida.
Activity
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69 projects
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2025 |
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54 projects
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2024 |
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60 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Universal Fire Systems Inc has worked on at least
183.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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58 projects
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Home Additions |
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30 projects
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Commercial Renovations |
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4 projects
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New Constructions |
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128 projects
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Plumbing projects |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Universal Fire Systems Inc mostly works on
plumbing project
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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9 projects
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< $5k |
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49 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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35 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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18 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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29 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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14 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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15 projects
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$500k-$1mil |
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13 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $45,984. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Universal Fire Systems Inc Reviews
3 out of 5 stars, based on
2
reviews
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By Nathan S.May 20, 2020Installation of Fire Sprinklers
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By Brad H.April 22, 2020commercial project fire sprinklers$17,000
Universal Fire has not showed up and finished their job for us, putting behind schedule.
Building Permits by Universal Fire Systems Inc
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
Commercial building alterations (renovations)
2025-03-04
“early start for interior non-structural work only. no inspections may be scheduled until the permit is issued. original work description: alteration level 2 replacement of entrances for suites 105 401 402 & 403. no reconfiguration of tenant layout involved “vested under fbc 7th edition”
Valuation:
$235,963
Permit #:
BLD-24-0505615
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,743
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
The project involves the renovation of approximately 800 gross square feet (gsf) within an existing interior space. the scope includes reconfiguring the current suite into two separate suites with no change in occupancy classification or intended use. a new demising wall will be constructed to divide the area and selective demolition and replacement of existing ceilings will be perfor... see more
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
BLD-25-0516997
Status:
triage
Fee:
$2,793
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
*private provider – plan review and inspections* this is an interior tenant building out to prepare suite 105 at 101 w 7th ave tampa fl 33602 for business. includes two bathrooms two offices a new garage door hvac ductwork small kitchenette new lighting and finishes
Valuation:
$375,000
Permit #:
BLD-25-0514443
Status:
triage
Fee:
$2,088
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Online permit - install wet pipe fire sprinkler system in new 8-story hotel w/garage. to include two standpipes and a fire pump
Valuation:
$556,959
Permit #:
FIR2025-01017
Status:
filed
Fee:
$15,229
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Private provider plan review and inspections- -interior alteration • interior finishes are being added • new interior wall partitions • new ceilings and light fixtures • new hvac units • new electrical power and lighting connecting to existing service • electrical work is new for new areas. some modifications to existing systems are necessary for the new work • plumbing work is for su... see more
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
HC-BLD-24-0060201
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,912
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Private provider plan review and inspections- -interior alteration • interior finishes are being added • new interior wall partitions • new ceilings and light fixtures • new hvac units • new electrical power and lighting connecting to existing service • electrical work is new for new areas. some modifications to existing systems are necessary for the new work • plumbing work is for su... see more
Valuation:
$350,000
Permit #:
HC-BLD-24-0060201
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,912
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
*fema sfha: limited private provider – plan review and inspections. city of tampa will review for substantial improvement (si) flood load and flood resistant materials. if project is si the city will take lead on reviews for all items up to the required dfe. the city will take lead on inspections up to required dfe and until such time approval for required under-construction elevation... see more
Valuation:
$1,400,000
Permit #:
BLD-24-0509966
Status:
complete
Fee:
$4,489
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Early start for interior non-structural work only. no inspections may be scheduled until the permit is issued. interior renovation of existing suite 104 for current tenant nextech solution. the scope of work includes demolition of interior partitions ceiling grid & ceiling fixtures. construction works include new partitions millwork ceiling grid & fixtures. plumbing electrical & mecha... see more
Valuation:
$305,000
Permit #:
BLD-24-0506275
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,558
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial building alterations (renovations)
2024-04-22
Alteration of media center in existing building. new layout and finishes to be applied relocation of some electrical and hvac grills. trades include: building electrical mechanical fire alarm. early start: interior non-structural work only up to the first rough-in inspection
Valuation:
$370,000
Permit #:
BLD-24-0505711
Status:
complete
Fee:
$2,137
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Early start for interior non-structural work only no inspections may be scheduled until the permit is issued. *private provider – plan review and inspections* interior renovation of 1st floor outpatient clinic shimberg breast center
Valuation:
$520,500
Permit #:
BLD-24-0507838
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,153
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Early start for interior non-structural work only no inspections may be scheduled until the permit is issued. interior renovation including architectural mechanical electrical and plumbing
Valuation:
$130,000
Permit #:
BLD-25-0513351
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,388
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Sec: *fema sfha: limited private provider-plan review and inspections. city of tampa will review for substantial improvement (si) flood load and flood resistant materials. if project is si the city will take lead on reviews for all items up to the required dfe. the city will take lead on inspections up to required dfe and until such time approval for required under-construction elevat... see more
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
BLD-25-0515730
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,310
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install wet pipe fire sprinkler system in new 6-story office building. system to include 2 wet manual standpipes and a fire pump
Valuation:
$332,548
Permit #:
BLD-25-0517592
Status:
issued
Fee:
$407
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Master permitting address: 1011 e cumberland ave tenant space address: 1018 raybon ct (suite 130) interior buildout of an existing 1, 604 square foot tenant space for a food service establishment serving gourmet toast smoothies and juices. trades include building mechanical electrical and plumbing. no fire alarm and no fire sprinklers under this permit
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
BLD-23-0497723
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,637
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Private provider plan review and inspections- - interior build-out unit 1203 of a private tenant unit and will include an upper and lower lever w offices storage and toilet facilities
Valuation:
$600,000
Permit #:
HC-BLD-24-0063065
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,752
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Original permitting address: 1211 ray charles blvd assigned building address (master address): 1150 hank ballard st *private provider - inspections only* modera encore - green building - site & foundation permit for future mixed use multi family structure
Valuation:
$3,375,000
Permit #:
BLD-23-0497780
Status:
expired
Fee:
$65,359
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Original permitting address: 1211 ray charles blvd assigned building address (master address): 1150 hank ballard st *private provider: inspections only* modera encore- green building- mixed use multi family construction of 304 apartments 8 stories w parking utl-23-0000063
Valuation:
$67,500,000
Permit #:
BLD-23-0499592
Status:
triage
Fee:
$162,470
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
*sec: fema sfha: limited private provider-plan review and inspections. city of tampa will review for substantial improvement (si) flood load and flood resistant materials. if project is si the cicty will take lead on reviews for all items up to the required dfe. the city will take lead on inspections up to required dfe and until such time approval for required under-construction eleva... see more
Valuation:
$3,054,463
Permit #:
BLD-23-0501861
Status:
complete
Fee:
$6,561
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Sec:fema sfha: limited private provider – plan review and inspections. city of tampa will review for substantial improvement (si) flood load and flood resistant materials. if project is si the city will take lead on reviews for all items up to the required dfe. the city will take lead on inspections up to required dfe and until such time approval for required under-construction elevat... see more
Valuation:
$2,309,600
Permit #:
BLD-23-0501810
Status:
complete
Fee:
$5,117
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
*private provider – plan review and inspections* replacement of existing bar & bar equipment with new bar equipment and surrounding finishes including necessary relocation and rework of existing plumbing water supply and waste line. relocation and replacement of mechanical diffusers as noted on the drawings. electrical fixture upgrades to led fixtures. also removal and replacement of ... see more
Valuation:
$499,812
Permit #:
BLD-23-0500503
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,120
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Universal Fire Systems Inc License info
License Not Verified
| License # | HC06744 |
| Status | Active |
| County | Highlands County |
| Type | Fire Protection System Ii Sfm |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of September, 2025. Check the current license status of Universal Fire Systems Inc with the Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
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Verified License
| License # | AEC-11614 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Lakeland |
| Type | Fire Protection Contractor 2 |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.
Verify this license's status for Universal Fire Systems Inc at the City of Lakeland, FL.
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Inactive License
| License # | S-05517400011992 |
| Status | Inactive |
| County | Sumter County |
| Type | Contractor |
- According to the County of Sumter, FL, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.
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105
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | South Pointe Ins Svcs |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | South Pointe Ins Svcs |
1.3K
Permits
- Building permit records show that Universal Fire Systems Inc has worked on 1262 permitted projects.
Universal Fire Systems Inc Employees
MD
Mayo Robert D
MD
Mayo, Robert D
Owner
Universal did a great job with our Fire Sprinkler system. Their staff is knowledgeable and was able to help us complete a difficult design build project.