# FireWatch

## At a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Category | Specialty MGA / Program Administrator |
| Type | MGA |
| Region | NA |
| Headquarters | Cortland, New York, USA |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Stage | Established |

## Overview

FireWatch is a specialty insurance program operated by McNeil & Company, a division of Arch Capital Group's U.S. insurance operations. Established in 1989 specifically to serve the fire and emergency services industry, the program provides comprehensive commercial insurance coverage for businesses involved in fire protection, fire suppression, and life-safety systems. With more than 30 years of direct industry experience, FireWatch offers tailored underwriting expertise in a niche market requiring deep specialized knowledge.

McNeil & Company was acquired by Arch Capital Group Ltd. in December 2018, bringing the program under a global (re)insurance and mortgage insurance holding company.

## Products & services

### Target Business Categories

1. Fire extinguisher sales and service providers 2. Restaurant and special fire suppression system installers 3. Fire equipment and emergency apparatus dealers 4. Fire and burglar alarm system companies

## Category & focus

- Insurance verticals: Commercial Property & Casualty, Specialty Lines
- Target customers: Retail Insurance Brokers and Agents

## Links

- Website: <https://www.firewatchins.com>
- Directory profile: <https://insurtechlist.com/companies/firewatch/>
- \*\*website\*\*: <https://www.firewatchins.com>
- \*\*program page\*\*: <https://www.mcneilandcompany.com/programs/firewatch/>
- \*\*parent company\*\*: <https://www.mcneilandcompany.com/>

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*Last updated: 2026\-05\-12*