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Code-Compliant · IBC & MA State Building Code

Fire Blocking — Boston MA & New England

Fire blocking stops the rapid spread of fire through concealed cavities in building assemblies. The Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR) and International Building Code require fire blocking in specific locations — and enforcement on this requirement has increased significantly in recent years.

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Smooth installs code-compliant fire blocking in wood-framed walls, floors, and concealed spaces throughout Boston-area new construction and renovation projects. We use spray foam, mineral wool, and solid blocking materials appropriate for each specific application.

Key Benefits

Stops concealed fire spread

Fire blocking prevents chimney-effect fire travel through concealed wall and floor cavities

Code compliance

Meets IBC 718 and Massachusetts 780 CMR requirements for all required locations

Spray foam application

Two-component spray foam provides code-approved fire blocking in irregular and inaccessible cavities

Inspection-ready documentation

We document all fire blocking locations for building inspector review

Our Process

Code Review

Required fireblocking locations identified per IBC 718 and MA amendments.

Material Selection

Spray foam, mineral wool batts, or solid blocking selected per assembly requirements.

Installation

All required locations blocked per code. Photo documentation maintained.

Inspection

Work staged for building inspector review before concealment.

FAQ

Required at: every floor level in concealed stud walls, horizontal and vertical ceiling/wall intersections, concealed spaces between stairs, at the top and bottom of stair stringers, and at all penetrations through fire-blocked assemblies.
Yes. Two-component spray foam (or specifically listed single-component foam) is approved as a fire blocking material in concealed cavities under IBC 718.2.1.

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