Protecting Businesses Since 1952
For more than seven decades, Valley Fire Control has been dedicated to protecting lives, property, and businesses throughout Oregon, Idaho, and Eastern Washington.
Founded in 1952 by Stan Martin, Valley Fire Control was built on a simple philosophy: deliver exceptional service, maintain the highest technical standards, and always do right by the customer. Those principles became the foundation of a company known throughout the region for its expertise in fire extinguishers, kitchen fire suppression systems, special hazards protection, industrial suppression systems, and marine fire protection.
Over the years, Valley Fire Control earned a reputation for technical excellence and dependable service, becoming a trusted partner for commercial, industrial, marine, healthcare, educational, government, and mission-critical facilities throughout Oregon.
Today, those same values continue to guide our company as we build on a legacy more than 70 years in the making.
A Legacy of Expertise
Following Stan Martin’s leadership, Valley Fire Control was acquired in 1999 by his sons, Clifford R. Martin and Michael J. Martin, who continued growing the company while preserving its commitment to customer service and technical excellence.
Cliff Martin remains actively involved with Valley Fire Control today as Legacy Advisor, providing technical leadership, training, and industry expertise throughout the organization. He serves on the NFPA 10 Technical Committee and remains involved in multiple industry advisory roles. His expertise continues to support Valley Fire Control’s engineered and pre-engineered fire suppression programs, including system design, calculations, and submittal preparation.
In 2021, Kyle Cox (NICET in Special Hazards) assumed leadership of daily operations as General Manager, helping guide the company’s continued growth while maintaining the values and customer relationships that have defined Valley Fire Control for generations. Today, Kyle continues to lead the Albany and Newport operations while driving strategic growth throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Building Something Greater Together
The next chapter in Valley Fire Control’s history began through a long-standing professional relationship between Cliff Martin and Aaron Dickens. Through years of involvement in industry organizations, including NAFED, the two developed mutual respect for one another’s reputation, technical knowledge, leadership style, and commitment to ethical business practices. As both organizations continued to grow, it became clear that joining forces would create greater opportunities for employees and customers alike.
In November 2025, Valley Fire Control became part of Columbia Safety Services, creating a stronger regional platform while preserving the culture, expertise, and customer-first approach that had made Valley Fire Control successful for decades.
By combining Valley Fire Control’s deep technical expertise with the resources and support of Columbia Safety Services, customers benefit from expanded capabilities, increased geographic coverage, enhanced training resources, and long-term organizational stability while continuing to work with the trusted professionals they know.
Our People
Meet the team behind the name
Decades of hands-on fire protection experience, from the shop floor to the front office. Get to know the people who keep your business protected.
Kyle Cox
Started as a shop technician and now leads daily operations. A special hazards specialist who loves teaching the next generation.
Brian Flechs
Founding principal who turns bids into projects delivered on scope and on schedule, and builds lasting customer relationships.
Rebekah Flechs
The link between the office and the crews, keeping scheduling, billing and documentation moving so work closes out on time.
Rick Fouts
A tradesman-turned-superintendent with a field-first view of how sprinkler systems are installed, inspected and serviced.
Build Your Career with Valley Fire Control
Join a company with a long-standing reputation for dependable service, technical expertise, and around-the-clock support. Since 1952, Valley Fire Control has helped protect businesses with high-quality fire protection solutions, including extinguishers, suppression systems, inspections, maintenance, and installations.
Working with Valley Fire means being part of a team committed to safety, reliability, and the delivery of tailored solutions that give customers confidence when it matters most.
Comprehensive Fire Protection Solutions
Valley Fire Control specializes in the inspection, testing, maintenance, installation, and service of portable and engineered fire suppression systems across a broad range of industries.
We proudly serve food processing and agricultural manufacturing facilities, industrial operations, manufacturing plants, marine and maritime facilities, healthcare campuses, educational institutions, hospitality properties, commercial real estate portfolios, government facilities, and other mission-critical environments throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.
Fire Extinguishers
Comprehensive inspection, maintenance, testing, recharge, replacement, and compliance services for portable fire extinguishers.
Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems
Inspection, testing, installation, repair, and maintenance of commercial kitchen fire suppression systems serving restaurants, schools, healthcare facilities, hospitality venues, and institutional kitchens.
Industrial Fire Suppression Systems
Design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of dry chemical and pre-engineered suppression systems protecting industrial hazards and specialized processes.
Special Hazards & Clean Agent Systems
Advanced fire protection solutions for mission-critical environments, including data centers, telecommunications facilities, electrical infrastructure, control rooms, and high-value assets.
Vehicle Fire Suppression Systems
Protection for heavy equipment, mining equipment, forestry equipment, fleet vehicles, waste handling operations, and other high-risk mobile assets.
Marine Fire Protection
Inspection, testing, installation, and maintenance of fire protection systems serving commercial marine, fishing, maritime, and waterfront operations.
Backflow Prevention
Inspection, testing, maintenance, and compliance services for fire protection backflow prevention assemblies throughout the Albany and surrounding markets.
Growing to Better Serve Our Customers
While special hazards and suppression systems remain at the core of our business, Valley Fire Control continues to expand its capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers.
Recent growth initiatives include:
- Expansion into Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho
- Expansion into the Boise and Treasure Valley markets
- Continued growth throughout the Portland metropolitan area
- Addition of backflow prevention services
- Planned expansion into fire sprinkler services
- Planned expansion into fire alarm and life safety systems
Our goal is simple: become the most trusted fire protection partner in every market we serve while maintaining the responsiveness, expertise, and customer relationships that built our reputation.
Our Values
The equipment we service protects lives, businesses, and communities. That responsibility requires more than technical expertise—it requires character.
At Valley Fire Control, our values guide every decision we make, every customer interaction we have, and every service call we perform. We believe in integrity, accountability, professionalism, continuous improvement, and doing what is right even when no one is watching.
For more than 70 years, customers have trusted Valley Fire Control because of the people behind the name. As we continue to grow, that commitment remains unchanged
Locations & Areas We Serve
Albany Headquarters
Primary Service Area:
Marion, Linn, Lane, Benton, Polk, and Yamhill Counties
Expanding Service Area:
Multnomah, Hood River, Clackamas, Eastern Washington, and Columbia Counties
Newport Office
Primary Service Area:
Lincoln, Lane, and Tillamook Counties
Additional Service Coverage:
Coos and Clatsop Counties
Nampa Office (FFF Protection)
Primary Service Area:
Canyon County (Nampa, Caldwell)
Additional Service Coverage:
Twin Falls and Mountain Home, ID
Boise Office
Primary Service Area:
Ada County (Boise, Meridian)
Additional Service Coverage:
McCall, ID, and Eastern Oregon communities including Ontario, Burns, and Baker City
Ready to Work with Valley Fire Control?
Whether you need fire extinguisher service, a new suppression system, or ongoing inspections and compliance support, our team is ready to help.
