Does Automist work with well water or limited water supply?
Yes. Automist is specifically designed to operate with low-flow domestic water supplies, including properties served by private wells, making it well suited to rural, off-grid, and water-constrained applications.
Traditional NFPA 13D sprinkler systems typically require 13–26 gallons per minute (GPM), a flow rate that most private wells cannot sustain without significant upgrades. These often include installing a larger pump, adding 500–1,500 gallon storage tanks, and upgrading pressure systems. All of which add cost, complexity, and space requirements.
By contrast, Automist operates at a maximum demand of 2.4 GPM, allowing it to connect directly to a standard domestic cold water supply, including a typical well-fed pressure tank. In most cases, this means:
- No additional storage tank
- No pump upgrade
- No changes to existing water infrastructure
This makes compliance with fire protection requirements achievable in locations where traditional sprinkler systems are impractical or cost-prohibitive.
Yes — Automist can be used as an alternative to an NFPA 13D fire sprinkler system in domestic occupancies, where permitted by the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Automist is not an extinguishing system; it is a fire suppression system that is specifically designed and Listed for domestic use, meeting the intent of NFPA 13D sprinkler protection.
Learn moreTo ensure your Automist system is installed correctly and complies with all necessary standards, it must be fitted by a trained installer. In the US, we recommend choosing from our network of trained installers who are familiar with the system’s unique design and requirements. You can find our official list of approved installers here.
This ensures you receive a professional installation and the peace of mind that your Automist system will perform as intended.
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