Press Releases May 28, 2026 07:30 AM

Century Fire Protection Acquires GSC Fire & Security and Titan Fire Protection

FirstService's subsidiary Century Fire Protection expands U.S. footprint with acquisitions in Texas and Florida

By Sofia Navarro
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FirstService Corporation’s subsidiary, Century Fire Protection, has acquired GSC Fire & Security and Titan Fire Protection, significantly expanding its fire protection services in the growing Sun Belt region of the U.S. Both companies’ management teams retain minority equity stakes and operational roles, supporting seamless integration. The acquisitions strengthen Century's service capabilities and geographic reach in key commercial and residential markets.

Century Fire Protection Acquires GSC Fire & Security and Titan Fire Protection
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Key Points

  • Century Fire Protection acquires two regional fire protection companies, GSC and Titan, enhancing its presence in Texas and Florida.
  • The acquisitions deepen Century’s expertise in fire sprinkler and alarm installation, inspection, and repair services across multifamily residential and commercial sectors.
  • The deals align with Century’s strategy to grow scale and service offerings in the fast-growing U.S. Sun Belt region.

TORONTO, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FirstService Corporation (TSX and NASDAQ: FSV) (“FirstService”) today announced that its subsidiary, Century Fire Protection (“Century”), has recently acquired GSC Fire & Security (“GSC”) and Titan Fire Protection (“Titan”). The existing management teams of both businesses have retained minority equity interests and will continue to oversee their respective day-to-day operations. Terms of the two transactions were not disclosed.

GSC, founded in 2004 and based in Austin, Texas, provides fire alarm installation and fire alarm and sprinkler inspection, repair and monitoring services to multi-family residential and commercial clients in the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas and surrounding regions within Texas.

Established in 1997 and headquartered in Tampa, Florida, Titan is a leading provider of fire sprinkler installation and retrofit services to a broad range of commercial and institutional end markets, including healthcare facilities, storage facilities, schools and multi-family properties in the Tampa metropolitan area and across Central Florida.

“These additions further advance Century’s strategy of enhancing our scale and broadening our service capabilities and geographic footprint across our operations,” said Richard Deeb, CEO of Century. “The acquisitions of GSC and Titan bolster our presence in the fast-growing U.S. Sun Belt region. We are excited to be partnering with the leaders of both businesses to deepen our fire sprinkler and alarm capabilities and drive further growth in these markets,” he concluded.

ABOUT FIRSTSERVICE CORPORATION

FirstService Corporation is a North American leader in the property services sector, serving its customers through two industry-leading service platforms: FirstService Residential, North America's largest manager of residential communities; and FirstService Brands, one of North America's largest providers of essential property services delivered through individually branded company-owned operations and franchise systems.

FirstService generates more than $5.5 billion in annual revenues and has approximately 30,000 employees across North America. With significant insider ownership and an experienced management team, FirstService has a long-term track record of creating value and superior returns for shareholders. The Common Shares of FirstService trade on the NASDAQ and the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "FSV", and are included in the S&P/TSX 60 Index. More information is available at www.firstservice.com.

COMPANY CONTACTS:

Jeremy Rakusin
CFO
FirstService Corporation
(416) 960-9566


Risks

  • Acquisition integration challenges could affect operational efficiencies and management focus, especially with retained minority ownership structures.
  • The fire protection industry is subject to regulatory compliance and safety standards, which could impact ongoing operations and costs.
  • Market competition and economic conditions in the commercial and residential property sectors may influence demand for fire protection services.

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