Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Ranks #4 in the 2025 SDM 100 Rankings, Establishing Mid-Year Momentum

ATLANTA, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pye-Barker Fire & Safety — the largest fully integrated and full-service fire protection, life safety and security services provider in the United States — placed #4 on the 2025 SDM 100 rankings, rising four spots from 2024 and solidifying its presence as a leader in the security systems industry.

The SDM 100 Report ranks U.S. companies that earn revenue from the sale, installation, service and monitoring of electronic security systems. Pye-Barker's substantial revenue growth is — in part — a result of the 57 companies it acquired in 2024. With over 250 locations, Pye-Barker now spans 46 states — fortifying security, fire and life safety services throughout the country and strengthening its impact as the industry's preferred partner.

Strategically acquiring life safety businesses that align with the company culturally has been key to Pye-Barker's success. Pye-Barker's community of legacy owners have shared their thoughts on the ranking:

"When I decided it was time to sell my business, finding a buyer who would become a true partner and continue to care for my team and my customers was a top priority," said David Vermillion, vice president of business development at Pye-Barker. "This is confirmation I made the right decision."

"This is exactly why we became a part of the Pye-Barker family. We are truly the largest family business where culture and team still matter," said Kenny Klusman, regional manager at Pye-Barker.

"I am still part of a family business, with family values. Peak Alarm Company's legacy continues, now part of the largest family business in the industry," said Fred Johnson, president of Peak Alarm. "We still have the same culture, values and desire to help our customers—just with more resources to benefit our employees and customers."

"As the buyer of choice in the security, suppression and sprinkler industries, sellers trust Pye-Barker to continue the legacy of their business. It's been a great experience ever since Bates partnered with Pye-Barker last year," said Jeremy Bates, vice president – business development, mergers & acquisitions at Pye-Barker.

Pye-Barker has continued its high-velocity growth in 2025, expanding services both acquisitively and organically. As the largest fully integrated life safety company in the U.S., Pye-Barker's gains have furthered its mission to provide full fire code compliance in every community.

"The entire Pye-Barker team is committed to continuing this impressive momentum," said Bart Proctor, CEO of Pye-Barker. "This ranking is a testament to our culture—rooted in service, trust and attentiveness—that allows us to care for customers and employees like family."

About Pye-Barker Fire & Safety 

The U.S. leader in fully integrated life safety systems, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety provides complete fire protection and security systems nationwide. With over 250 locations and 8,000 team members, Pye-Barker ranks No. 849 on the Inc. 5000 and No. 4 on the SDM 100. 

Visit pyebarkerfs.com/acquisitions to learn why we're the industry's acquirer of choice. 

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