Smoke Alarms Townsville: Installations & Replacements

Professional & licensed electricians ready to protect your home

At Mountain Man Electrical, we understand that the safety and well-being of your family are of the utmost importance. That’s why we offer a range of fire safety solutions to help keep your home safe and compliant with Australian legislation.

Our licensed electricians are experienced in installing and replacing alarms. They use only high-quality materials and industry-leading tools to ensure your system functions correctly and effectively. Whether you need a new system installed or existing detectors replaced, we are prepared to help you keep your house safe from any potential house fire.

Get in touch to schedule your installation or replacement today.

The benefits of professionally installed smoke alarms

Your safety is paramount: installing functioning, up-to-date alarms in your home is crucial for you and your family’s safety in the event of a fire. But having a professionally installed smoke alarm does more than just protect you – here are a few more reasons to make sure the job’s been done properly.

Property damage: The risk of injury, death, and property damage is significantly higher without proper smoke alarm installation.
Legal compliance: Not having a compliant smoke alarm system can lead to legal and financial consequences.
Complex guidelines: We understand the importance of a reliable smoke alarm system and offer solutions that meet all Queensland legislative guidelines.
Expert knowledge: Our licensed electricians can assess your home and provide recommendations for smoke detector installation or replacement, ensuring your smoke alarm system is up to scratch and keeping your family safe.

What types of alarms can we install?

Photoelectric alarms are better at detecting slow-burning, smouldering fires, such as those caused by electrical faults or burning furniture.

Under Queensland’s new smoke alarm legislation, photoelectric alarms are required by law, because they are less prone to false alarms, which can be frustrating and inconvenient for both residents and emergency services. They are also better at detecting smoke from smouldering fires, which produce more smoke and are more likely to occur in residential settings.

Meeting Queensland Legislative Guidelines

At Mountain Man Electrical, we offer smoke alarm solutions that meet all Queensland legislative guidelines, including hardwired interconnected photoelectric smoke alarm systems and battery-only photoelectric alarms with sealed 10-year lithium and wireless interconnect capabilities.

These guidelines can be a little tricky to follow – read our blog on how they work. And, of course, for any extra questions and to ensure you comply, get in touch with us! When our licensed electricians assess your home, they will provide recommendations for what would work best for you and your specific needs.

Choose an alarm with a 7-year warranty

Here in the tropics, our prolific insect life, the dust and the high humidity can wreak havoc on electrical hardware. Smoke alarms are particularly prone to damage because they have such small electrical components.

Our solution is to offer an alarm with the best in-house warranty so that if you are having any difficulty with smoke alarms going off unnecessarily you can give us a call and we will promptly arrange a replacement.

How many alarms will I need in my house to comply with Queensland legislative changes?

An interconnected smoke alarm system requires an alarm to be installed in every bedroom, in hallways that connect bedrooms and the rest of the dwelling, and on every level of the home.

Our licensed electricians will assess your home and provide recommendations to ensure your home is compliant. You can read our blog on how many smoke alarms you need for more details.

To help you visualise what this could look like, here are some examples that show how many alarms you may require in a single-storey and double-storey dwelling:

Single storey

You’ll need one smoke alarm in every bedroom and in the hallway/ adjoining area that connects the bedrooms to the rest of the home.

Double storey

The same goes for two-storey homes: you’ll need one in every bedroom and the hallway/ adjoining area that connects those bedrooms to the rest of the home. If a level has no bedrooms, there needs to be at least one smoke alarm in the main path to the exit of your home.

Our Process

Assessment

Our licensed electricians will assess your home or property to determine the optimal placement and number of smoke alarms required, taking into account the new legislation and any specific needs or concerns you have.

Installation

Our electricians will install your new system according to Australian and Queensland fire guidelines, including placement, wiring, and testing of each alarm. We will also provide instructions on testing your smoke alarms and keeping them in good working order.

Replacement

If your smoke alarms are outdated or not compliant with the new smoke alarm legislation, we will recommend a replacement solution that works best for you. Our electricians will remove the existing detectors and install new, compliant smoke alarms.

Testing

Once the installation or replacement is complete, our electricians will test your smoke alarm system to ensure it functions correctly and meets all Australian and Queensland guidelines.

Recommendation

Based on the assessment, our electricians will recommend an appropriate smoke alarm solution for your home. This recommendation will explain the best brands of photoelectric smoke detector system to install, whether or not there are any additional factors that will impact your installation, and if a hardwired interconnected system is the best choice for you.

Interconnected smoke alarms

According to new legislative standards, you are required to have an interconnected system. Our electricians will wire them together so that if one alarm is triggered, all alarms in the home will sound.

Maintenance

We offer maintenance services to ensure your system is always ready to keep you and your family safe. This includes regular testing and cleaning, as well as replacing batteries or faulty alarms as needed. We advise vacuuming your smoke alarms every 6 months to prevent nuisance alarms. We can also set up a regular service schedule to get this work done if preferred.

Why Choose Us?

Compliance

Our licensed electricians are experienced and knowledgeable in all facets of smoke alarm installation. They will ensure your detectors are installed up to code and meet all Australian guidelines.

Affordable pricing

We offer competitive pricing and reasonable rates for smoke alarm installation so you don't have to sacrifice safety for cost.

Quality workmanship

Our electricians are committed to providing quality workmanship so your system functions properly and keeps you, your family, and your possessions safe.

Replacement services

When you purchase our recommended alarm with its 7-year manufacturer-backed warranty, you will also receive our replacement services to ensure your system never fails to alert you of potential danger.

Don't wait until it's too late. Contact us today to book your smoke alarm installation or replacement.

Testimonials

Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

What everyone else said. Smoke alarm installation here, so it's reassuring to have someone so professional & thorough.

Services: Installation, Electrical outlet & switch repair

Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

Excellent service from Ben. Not only was his work top notch, he was efficient, great value and a super nice human being. Would use his services again without question. Very happy indeed. Thanks Ben for a great job!

Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Responsiveness

Will and Harry were both polite and professional. Neat and tidy installation and nothing was too much trouble. Would not hesitate in using Mountain Man again.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the new smoke alarm legislation requirements for residential buildings?

In 2017, new legislation was introduced in Queensland mandating the installation of interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms in all residential buildings.

Initially, this was required in commercial buildings, rental properties, new builds and homes for sale, but by 2027, interconnected hardwired systems will be required in all homes across Queensland. Read more about the new regulations here.

How many alarms will I need in my home by 2027?

These smoke alarms must be installed in every bedroom, in hallways that connect bedrooms and the rest of the dwelling, and on every level of the home.

How can I stay compliant with the new smoke alarm legislation?

The best way to stay compliant with the new legislation is to get hardwired interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms installed by a licensed electrician. At Mountain Man Electrical, we offer smoke alarm solutions that meet all Queensland legislative guidelines.

Can I install the alarms myself?

No, hardwired 240V smoke alarm installation must be performed by a licensed electrician. Our licensed electricians ensure your system is implemented correctly and complies with Australian guidelines. Get in touch with us to schedule your installation today.

Can you install alarms in my existing home?

Yes, we can install alarms in existing houses. Our licensed electricians will assess your residence and recommend the best placement and installation solution for your home.

What can I do if my system keeps beeping or going off for no apparent reason?

If your alarms are continually being set off when there is no smoke or fire, it is possible that you have a fault caused by insects, moisture or dust. Contact the company that installed your alarms (check on your Building & Pest report for recently purchased homes) as your alarms may be replaced under warranty. Should you continue to have unresolved issues, contact us and ask about our preferred devices with a 7-year manufacturer-backed warranty.