Nelson Ligon

I founded Fire Shield Fire Protection in 1985 with a simple mission: to keep people and businesses safe with expert, reliable fire protection. For decades, I dedicated myself to building a company rooted in integrity, professionalism, and top-tier service, ensuring that every home and business we served had the highest level of fire safety.

Believe it or not, fire protection wasn’t my original path. I first attended the University of Miami with plans to become a Marine Biologist, spending countless hours scuba diving and exploring the ocean. But along the way, I discovered a passion for business and changed my major—eventually leading me to the fire protection industry. It turns out, whether it’s underwater or on land, I’ve always been drawn to protecting what matters most.

After many years of leading Fire Shield, I’m now proudly retired, knowing that the company continues to uphold the same commitment to excellence that I built it on. Though I’ve stepped away from day-to-day operations, I take great pride in seeing Fire Shield grow and continue to protect North Texas with the same passion and dedication.