Smoke alarms are one of the most essential safety features of your home and should be installed in all bedrooms, hallways and storeys. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) recommend smoke alarms be hardwired or powered by a non-removable 10-year battery.

This business offers smoke alarm solutions for Real Estate agencies and homeowners in townsville, North Queensland. It’s a great opportunity to be part of the boom market in this industry and build a reputation for quality smoke alarm services.

Installation

We supply and install a range of 240V smoke alarm solutions, as well as battery powered options. We can also check and replace expired units if required to maintain compliance.

Smoke alarms should be installed correctly to ensure you are alerted to the presence of a fire in time for you and your family to escape safely. The best position for your smoke alarm is in the apex of a cathedral ceiling or the corner junction between walls and ceilings (near windows, doors and air-conditioners).

Queensland Fire and Emergency Services recommend that all smoke alarms be either hardwired or powered by a non-removable 10-year battery. They also recommend that all alarms are interconnected so that if one goes off, all go off. This new legislation is set to become law by the 1st January 2027, so it’s important that your home complies before then. Call Jaric Electrical today to make sure your home meets these tough new standards!

Maintenance

Smoke alarms aren’t cheap and they are subject to frequent wear and tear. This is especially true for the elderly or those with medical conditions that may affect their breathing abilities. As such, it is important to have a foolproof plan in place for the maintenance of your smoke alarms. This includes not only regular replacement of batteries but also ensuring they are serviced on time and according to plan to avoid false alarms, fires and a hefty fine should you be caught in the act. Keeping up with the latest industry standards will go a long way to securing your well deserved reputation as the trusted name in quality and safety.

Replacement

If your smoke alarms are outdated or faulty, you will need to replace them with new ones. If you are a landlord, this is a legal requirement to ensure your property is compliant with the current legislation. The law states that all Queensland dwellings must have interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms in every bedroom, hallways which connect bedrooms with the rest of the home and on every level by 2027. You should be wary of dodgy traders who may try to sell you smoke alarm solutions townsville that aren’t compliant with the regulations. You can visit the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services website for more information about this.

Smoke alarm servicing is a risky job due to heat stress and the potential for injury or death.