Our Story
In 1983, Thomas “Tom” McLendon, Jr. founded Sunbelt Fire with the support of his wife, Jane, and son, Thomas III. He laid the foundation for Sunbelt Fire with an unwavering dedication and a commitment to customer service — a legacy we’re pleased to continue today. Over the past four decades, we have proudly served the Southeast fire service with our industry-leading products and services.
In the early days of Sunbelt Fire, Tom McLendon operated out of his home after securing the E-One dealership for Alabama and Mississippi. As the business thrived, he expanded operations to include his daughter, Lisa, and son, Slade, to include Louisiana, parts of Tennessee and the Florida panhandle.
Now a genuine family company, Sunbelt Fire diversified its offerings to include sales and service related to new fire trucks, fire apparatus parts, fire equipment and breathing air.
Today, Sunbelt Fire has a workforce of over 60 team members spread across five states. We not only deliver superior performance to our customers but also leave a lasting impact on the communities we serve. Rooted in dedication and teamwork, we have built enduring relationships, solidifying our position as a trusted partner in the fire service.
Our Values
Lead by serving with integrity.
Work hard in everything you do.
Build authentic relationships with everyone.
Go the extra mile.
Treat everyone with dignity and respect.
Our approach
At Sunbelt Fire, we don’t just speak the language of the fire service — we live it. Many of our team members have served or are currently serving as firefighters, meaning we know what it takes to keep both firefighters and communities safe.
Choosing Sunbelt Fire doesn’t end with a transaction; it’s the beginning of a partnership.
In addition to our industry-leading range of products, we provide ongoing support, parts, service, collision repair and upgrades to meet all of your department’s needs.
With over 650 years of combined experience, every solution we provide is backed by industry-leading technical know-how, guaranteeing the highest standards of performance.
We understand the importance of staying ahead of compliance requirements. We can ensure your department not only meets but exceeds NFPA standards.
With three service centers and a vast inventory of OEM parts, we ensure you have access to the products and parts you need — when you need them.