Fire escapes are a fundamental component of every high-rise building in cities like the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Long Island, Brooklyn, and Richmond Hill. The DOB in New York ensures that buildings of 7 stories and more must-have functional fire escapes. So, you must hire a fire escape contractor to ensure your fire escape is accessible and operational. Failing to comply with the state laws, you will encounter an act of violation, leading to penalties and litigations.