Smoke and Heat Alarms

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Service Overview

Why you need Smoke and Heat Alarms?

Working smoke and heat alarms are essential for rental properties. They keep tenants safe, reduce fire risks, and help landlords meet UK fire safety requirements.

Here’s why landlords across Plymouth choose us:

Early Warning System: Smoke and heat alarms detect fire early, giving residents valuable time to escape.
Reduce Risks: Properly installed alarms protect both lives and property, minimizing fire damage.
Meet UK Laws: Stay compliant with regulations under the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations 2015 and avoid fines of up to £5,000.

Differences in Alarm Installation for your home types:-

Different property types have unique needs when it comes to smoke and heat alarms. Here’s what you need to know:

Flats or single family Homes

Requirement: Smoke alarms on every floor, positioned near sleeping areas. Heat alarms in kitchens are strongly advised.

Reason: Protect families or single tenants with early fire warnings.

HMO’s – Houses in Multiple Occupancy

Requirement: Interlinked smoke alarms in all communal areas (hallways, lounges) and heat alarms in kitchens.

Reason: Ensures all alarms sound together, giving multiple tenants faster warning in case of fire.

Multi Storey Properties

Requirement: Smoke alarms on every floor, heat alarms in kitchens, and interlinked systems for shared spaces.

Reason: Covers larger properties comprehensively, ensuring safe evacuation routes.

What’s included in our alarm installation service

Our expert team installs smoke and heat alarms to meet BS 5839-6:2019 standards, ensuring the best fire protection for your property. Here’s what you get:

Smoke Alarm Service:

Site Survey
Smoke Alarm Installation
Heat Alarm Installation
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installation
Interlinking System
Maintenance Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of alarms should I install?

Smoke Alarms: Required on every floor and near bedrooms.
Heat Alarms: Best for kitchens and garages to avoid false alarms.

What's the difference between smoke and heat alarms?

Smoke Alarms: Detect smoke and warn early of fires.

Heat Alarms: React to high temperatures or rapid heat changes, ideal for areas like kitchens.

Are interlinked alarms required for HMOs?

Yes, interlinked alarms are required for HMOs under UK fire safety standards. This ensures all alarms sound at the same time, providing faster warnings to tenants.

Do you install alarms for landlords across Plymouth?

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How often should alarms be tested?

Monthly Testing: Use the test button to ensure alarms are working.
Annual Checks: Arrange professional servicing every year, especially for interlinked systems.

What happens if alarms are not installed?

Landlords face fines of up to £5,000 under the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations 2015 for failing to install working smoke and heat alarms.

Do you install carbon monoxide alarms?

Yes! We also provide carbon monoxide alarm installation for properties with gas or solid-fuel appliances.

Are Smoke & Heat Alarms Required for Landlords?

Yes, smoke and heat alarms are required by UK law for rental properties. Under the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations 2015, landlords must ensure:

Smoke Alarms: Installed on every floor of rental properties.

Heat Alarms: Required in high-risk areas like kitchens (strongly recommended in all rental properties, especially HMOs).

Failure to install working alarms can result in fines up to £5,000, putting both tenants’ safety and landlords’ reputation at risk.

Service Process

Goodwin Electrical have a very straightforward transparent service where you request a quote by filling in the quote form below with as much information as possible and include photos if you feel this will help get the quote faster. We may advise a free site visit to assess your project. We then put a quote together with no pressure selling. You then decide if you wish to accept the quote. We then may ask for a deposit to proceed which can be paid via cash, cheque, BACS or card. on payment of deposit we arrange a date to carry out the work. On completion we ask for the balance payment and issue certificates, building control notification etc.

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