About DaBo Fire Inspection & Service, Inc

DaBo Fire Inspection & Service, Inc. is family-owned and operated in St. Petersburg, FL. We are proud to be part of the Pye-Barker family of companies. Since our company opened in 1981, we’ve treated every customer like they were a part of our family. Other companies may offer similar services, but our services are the best, and come with a personal touch. 

Paul Varga, President, SET, CFPS, CFI

Paul stated his career in 1998 with DaBo Fire Protection.  Paul has 25 years experience in the fire protection industry and has managed all areas within the company.  Paul was a Board of Directors for the American Fire Sprinkler Association, Florida Chapter from 2007-2014.  He was Co-Chair of the FAC69A-46-041 committee and he has held training seminars throughout Florida for AFSA-Florida and FFMIA for Contractors, Fire Inspectors, and Fire Marshals on NFPA-25.  

Paul holds the following licenses and certifications:

  • Certified Fire Protection Specialist, NFPA
  • Certified Fire Inspector I, NFPA
  • Senior Engineering Technician IV (NICET)    
  • Automatic Sprinkler System Layout
  • Certified Engineering Technician III (NICET)
  • Inspection & Testing Water Based Systems
  • Certified Engineering Technician I             
  • Special Hazard Suppression Systems
  • Fire Protection Contractor II – State of Florida
  • Fire Suppression Contractor – State of Michigan​

Kate started her career in 2021 after completing 16 years as an Occupational Therapist and raising 3 beautiful children.  Kate helps customers coordinate their fire sprinkler system needs through the Inspection & Service team.  Kate and Jimmy work closely to provide our customers with the best service possible.

Kate Varga

Jaimmy Pepal II

Jimmy started his career in 19…… with Grinnell Fire Protection in Maryland.  Jimmy moved to Florida in 1998 and joined the DaBo Fire Team.  Jimmy has extensive knowledge of Water-Based fire protection systems and has performed Installations, Renovations, Inspection and Testing throughout his entire career. 

Jimmy holds the following certifications:

  • Certified Engineering Technician II (NICET)

Inspection & Testing Water Based Systems

  • Treeo Backflow Prevention Tester Certified

Darcie stated her career in 1995 with DaBo Fire Protection.  Darcie has 28 years experience in the fire protection industry and has managed all areas within the company.  Darcie is Controller of DaBo Fire Inspection & Service and is President of DaBo Fire Protection.

Darcie Salvant

John Chance

John started his career in 1980 with Stop Fire in St. Petersburg, FL.  John joined the DaBo Fire Team in 1985.  John has extensive knowledge of Water-Based fire protection systems and has performed Installations, Renovations, Inspection and Testing throughout his entire career.  He has worked in numerous roles at DaBo Fire including Foreman, Lead Foreman, and Field Superintendent.  John is looking to retire in 2023 after 38 years at DaBo Fire.  Our Team can’t say enough about the contributions and hard work that John has shown throughout the years. 

John is a Dedicated, Hard Working, Honest Man that always shows up!!!  We have learned so much from John and words can’t express the Gratitude and Honor it has been working beside John for these 38 years.  John is an Amazing Husband, Father, Grandfather, Friend, and Team Member!  Thank you John!

Scott started his career in 1999 with Industrial Fire & Safety.  Scott joined the DaBo Fire Team in 2021 and performs Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems.

Scott holds the following certifications:

Certified Engineering Technician II (NICET)

Inspection & Testing Water Based Systems

Treeo Backflow Prevention Tester Certified

 

Scott Fusillo