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Smoke & Heat Alarm Installation

Battery-only smoke alarms are no longer enough — most current regulations and landlord compliance schemes require mains-wired, interlinked alarms with a backup battery. We install systems that meet BS 5839-6 across the whole of Essex.

What's included

  • Mains-wired Grade D1 smoke alarms (with battery backup)
  • Interlinked — one alarm triggers them all
  • Heat alarm in kitchen (more reliable than smoke in cooking areas)
  • CO alarm where solid fuel / gas is present
  • Full test and certification
  • Compliant with BS 5839-6 LD2

How it works

  1. 1

    Site assessment

    We work out the right number and placement of alarms based on the layout — every storey, every escape route, kitchen heat alarm, etc.

  2. 2

    Fixed price quote

    Quoted per property, not per alarm. You know the total cost upfront.

  3. 3

    Same-day install

    Most homes are done in a single day. Minimal mess — cables run in lofts or chased into ceilings where needed.

  4. 4

    Compliance certificate

    You receive a certificate suitable for landlord compliance, mortgage lender requests, or insurance.

Pricing

Quoted as a fixed total per property. Landlords with multiple properties get a discount on portfolios of 5+.

Frequently asked questions

How many alarms do I need? +
BS 5839-6 LD2 requires alarms in every storey, every escape route (hallway/landing) and a heat alarm in the kitchen. A typical 2-bed flat needs 2 alarms; a 3-bed house needs 3–4.
Are battery-only alarms still legal? +
For owner-occupied homes, yes — but they're no longer sufficient for landlord compliance in most cases. Scotland and Wales already require interlinked mains-wired systems; England's rules are tightening.
Can't I just use those wireless interlinked alarms? +
Yes — Aico Ei3000 series wireless-interlinked is BS 5839-6 compliant and avoids needing to run cables. It costs slightly more in materials but saves on labour, especially in fully decorated properties.

Available across Essex

We cover Smoke & Heat Alarm Installation in every Essex town.

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