FA++Fire Alarm Design Software

Design Fire Alarms 2× Faster »

Simple, powerful fire alarm design software that runs right inside CAD. Installs in minutes, works like the commands you already know, and turns hours of tedious drafting into a few keystrokes. If you know CAD — you already know FA++.

2× faster design Productive on day 1 Zero training needed
FA++ — LEVEL-12_FIRE-ALARM-PLAN.dwg
INSERT DEVICE AUTO ADDRESS AUTO WIRE RISER LIVE CALC
S-01 S-02 HS-01 S-03 FACP
> FAPP_RISER ✓ RISER GENERATED — 4 CIRCUITS, 62 DEVICES
> FAPP_CALC ✓ VOLTAGE DROP 8.2% — PASS
01

PRECISE

Layouts, risers, and quantities that always match. No more unequal counts or out-of-sync sheets — perfect, consistent design, every single time.

02

FAST

Auto addressing, auto risers, auto wiring paths, and live calculations turn hours of tedious drafting into minutes. Designing becomes a breeze.

03

EASY

No expensive on-site training, no steep learning curve. It's so intuitive you can start designing real projects the moment it's installed.

Built for electrical contractors, fire alarm companies, and design firms of every size — at typical drafting rates, saving even a few hours per project more than covers the license.

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Learning Curve

You Already Know How to Use It

Every designer already knows CAD — so every new hire is productive from day one. When you bring someone onto your team, you can be confident they'll be designing in FA++ the same morning they install it.

That's what makes FA++ different from other software: no inconvenient, expensive on-site or off-site training just to get started. It's as easy as picking up a few new CAD commands — and you'll be productive on your very first day.

>_ INSERT DEVICE DAY 1
>_ AUTO ADDRESS DAY 1
>_ AUTO WIRING PATH DAY 1
>_ GENERATE RISER DAY 1
>_ LIVE VOLTAGE DROP DAY 1
>_ If you know CAD, you know FA++ ✓

We built FA++ to be different — starting with a price that puts professional fire alarm design software within reach of contractors and designers of every size.

FA++ Features

Everything You Need, Built Into CAD

From first device to final riser — every step of fire alarm design, automated and organized.

Smart Device Layout

Place every device right, the first time
  • Ready-to-use symbol library
  • Insert device, detector & module tools
  • Assign candela per NFPA 72
  • Assign device part numbers
  • Assign room labels
  • Imperial / Metric mode

Addressing & Wiring

Automatic, accurate, and always in sync
  • Auto device addressing & wiring
  • Detector / module addressing
  • Auto wiring path
  • Arc, spline & pline wire layers
  • Wire tagging
  • Smart layer management

Calculations & Risers

One click from plan to submittal-ready
  • Generate riser diagram automatically
  • Circuit voltage drop & current load with LIVE reporting
  • Import device current data
  • Export calculation data
  • Automatic device quantities

CAD Productivity & QC

Small tools that save hours every week
  • Attribute value copy / paste & CSV export / import
  • Enhanced find attribute value
  • Prefix / suffix tools
  • Fast fillet · fast rotate · fast move
  • Revision clouds
  • Review tools for QC

…and many more productivity tools included with every license.

Simple Licensing

Purchase FA++

One license, the full feature set — no tiers, no add-ons. The longer the term, the less you pay per month.

Not ready to buy? Book a free live demo first →

1 Month

Try FA++ on a live project
$300
per license · $300/mo
  • Full FA++ feature set
  • Quick installation — design the same day
  • No training required
  • Email support

3 Year

Best value for committed teams
SAVE 67% · BEST VALUE
$3600
$10,800
per license, 3 years · just $100/mo
  • Full FA++ feature set
  • All updates included
  • Priority support
  • Lowest cost per month — locked for 3 years
FAQ

FA++ — Common Questions

What is FA++ fire alarm design software?
FA++ is CAD-based fire alarm design software that lets you design fire alarm systems about 2× faster. It automates device addressing, wiring paths, riser diagram generation, and live voltage drop and current load calculations — all inside the CAD environment you already use.
How much does FA++ fire alarm design software cost?
FA++ costs $300 for a 1-month license, $1,800 for a 1-year license (just $150/month), or $3,600 for a 3-year license ($100/month). Every license includes the full feature set — no tiers, no add-ons.
Is FA++ hard to learn?
No. If you know CAD, you already know FA++ — it works like a few new CAD commands. There's no expensive on-site or off-site training, and most designers are productive on their very first day.
Do licenses include updates and support?
Yes. Every license includes the full FA++ feature set. The 1-month license includes email support, while 1-year and 3-year licenses include all updates plus priority support for the length of the term.
Can I see FA++ in action before buying?
Yes — request a free 30-minute live demo and we'll walk your team through FA++ on a real project workflow, from device layout to riser and voltage drop. Book a live demo →
Do you also provide fire alarm design services?
Yes. Our team of NICET certified designers delivers fire alarm, voice evacuation, sprinkler monitoring, suppression, smoke control, VESDA and more for projects of every size — delivered on your title block with strict confidentiality. Explore our design services →

Prefer we handle the design for you? Our team of NICET certified designers designs fire alarm and life-safety systems for projects of every size and complexity — delivered on your title block.