Acquisitions
Acquisitions have played a key role in the growth of Churches Fire & Security for many years – helping us to expand our expertise, strengthen our national presence, and continue delivering reliable protection to customers across the UK.
Our Approach to Acquisitions
With over 60 successful acquisitions completed, we’ve built a strong, well-established approach to bringing new businesses into our group. We understand that every company has its own story, its own people, and its own way of working – and we make it a priority to respect and build on that.
How We Do It
Our acquisitions are about more than growing numbers – they’re about strengthening our capability and culture:
Dedicated in-house team: We have an experienced M&A team who guide each acquisition from start to finish, ensuring a smooth, straightforward process for everyone involved.
People-first approach: We’re proud that many of the staff from acquired businesses continue to grow their careers with us. We work hard to integrate teams in a way that feels supportive and secure.
Customer relationships matter: Our focus is always on continuity and service quality. We take care to maintain and enhance the trusted relationships that acquired businesses have built with their customers.
Learning what works: Every acquisition brings fresh ideas, knowledge, and specialist expertise. We actively look for what’s great within each business and find ways to apply that across our wider group.
A Proven Track Record
With more than 60 acquisitions successfully completed, our history shows that we take a thoughtful, structured approach to integration. Our focus remains on delivering consistent, compliant fire and security services, while preserving the best aspects of every business we welcome into the Churches Fire & Security family.
We believe that steady, sustainable growth – built on the strengths of our people, our partners, and our shared expertise – is what makes us a reliable, long-term provider for customers nationwide.
Our Acquisitions Journey
Building Strength, Expertise, and National Reach – One Step at a Time
Over 60 successful acquisitions completed… and counting
Early 2000s
First acquisitions strengthen regional coverage and fire extinguisher expertise.
2010 - 2015
Expansion into national fire alarm, detection, and maintenance services.
2016 - 2018
Growth accelerates – bringing in specialist fire risk assessment and suppression capabilities.
2019 - 2022
Security services enhanced, including CCTV, intruder alarms, and access control through targeted acquisitions.
2023 - 2024
Diversification into marine, industrial, and specialist fire safety markets.
Today
Over 60 acquisitions completed – focused on building a stronger, more capable nationwide group, with expertise from every sector we serve.
What Makes Our Approach Different
- We keep integration structured and supportive, with dedicated teams guiding the process.
- People stay with us – we invest in teams, training, and career development.
- We respect customer relationships, building on the trusted service businesses have established.
- We actively share knowledge across the group, applying best practice from every business we welcome.
Stronger Together - Growing the UK's Fire & Security Expertise
Our acquisitions are not about changing what works – they’re about enhancing it, sharing knowledge, and protecting people and property nationwide.
