--- title: "Smoke alarm installation in Swadlincote | 5.0 Star" description: "Mains smoke alarm installation by Re-energize Electrical in Swadlincote, Burton upon Trent, Derby and across the Midlands for homeowners and landlords." canonical: "https://www.re-energizeelectrical.co.uk/services/smoke-alarm-installation" --- # Smoke alarm installation in Swadlincote > Mains smoke alarm installation by Re-energize Electrical in Swadlincote, Burton upon Trent, Derby and across the Midlands for homeowners and landlords. Re-energize Electrical provides smoke alarm installation across domestic and rental properties, fitting interlinked mains detection units that comply with current electrical safety regulations. ## Smoke alarm installation price The starting price covers fitting and testing mains-powered smoke alarms on existing wiring positions. Total costs vary depending on property layout, cable access and whether new interlinked circuits are needed. - Smoke alarm installation: Price on request - Includes mounting alarms, connecting to mains electrical circuits and full functional testing of the interconnected network. - Includes issuing the electrical minor works certificate for new mains connections. - Excludes decorative plaster repair or repainting where new cable chasing is required. - Additional charges apply if extra detectors, heat alarms or specialised containment are needed for the layout. ### Included when agreed - Mains-powered smoke alarms and heat detectors with battery back-up - Interlinking alarms so that all units sound together if one detects a hazard - Connection to the consumer unit on a dedicated or suitable lighting circuit - Functional testing of the full alarm network using test buttons and test smoke - Supply of electrical certification documenting the completed installation ### Not included automatically - Patch plastering and repainting where walls or ceilings require opening - Specialist monitored fire alarm systems wired to an external call centre - Upgrading consumer units or remedying pre-existing wiring defects outside the alarm circuit ## Choose the right alarms for the property Working smoke and heat alarms provide early warning in the event of fire. Properties across Swadlincote, Derby and Burton upon Trent require proper coverage to protect occupants and satisfy rental requirements. - **Homeowner safety:** Mains-powered alarms with battery back-up replace standalone battery units that can run flat or fail. Optical sensors detect slow, smouldering fires in living spaces and hallways. - **Landlord regulations:** Private landlords must have working smoke alarms on every level used as living accommodation, plus heat alarms in kitchens where required. Fitting interconnected mains alarms meets regulatory standards. - **Renovations and extensions:** Building control regulations require interconnected mains-powered detection on all floors during major renovation work, loft conversions and property extensions. ## What happens on the day Visits are scheduled in advance so work proceeds neatly with minimal disruption to your home or tenants. - **Assessing detector positions:** We review the layout of the property to confirm alarm positions in circulation spaces, hallways and kitchens in line with standard building guidelines. - **Running cables and mounting units:** We install the necessary wiring, fit ceiling mounting bases and wire each detector securely into the mains supply and interlink network. - **Testing and clean finish:** Every alarm is triggered to verify audible alerts throughout the property. We clean up all dust and debris before handing over the system. ## How booking works 1. **Tell us about the job:** Tap Book Now and describe the work in the chat. Photos help. 2. **Get your price:** You see your price in the chat. A set price is paid at checkout; any other job is quoted first. 3. **Choose your visit:** Give your address and when you are free, and the visit is arranged. ## Smoke alarm installation questions ### Where should smoke alarms be installed in my home? At Re-energize Electrical, we recommend placing smoke alarms in circulation spaces on every floor, including hallways and landings. Kitchens should have dedicated heat alarms rather than optical smoke alarms to avoid false alarms from cooking. ### Do smoke alarms have to be wired together? Yes. Current standards require interconnected alarms, meaning that if a unit on the ground floor detects smoke, all alarms throughout the property sound at the same time to alert occupants. ### How often should mains smoke alarms be replaced? Mains smoke alarm units have a typical operating life of ten years from manufacture. The entire alarm head should be replaced once this date passes, even if the test button continues to beep. ### What happens if there is a power cut? Each mains-powered alarm includes a rechargeable or sealed lithium battery back-up. The alarms continue to monitor your property and sound an alert even during a mains power failure. ### Can you fit alarms in rental properties for landlords? Yes. We carry out alarm installations for private landlords across Swadlincote, Burton upon Trent, Derby and surrounding districts, providing the certification needed for tenancy compliance. ## Business facts - Service area: Swadlincote, Burton upon Trent, Derby, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, Birmingham - Hours: Calls answered 24/7 - Phone: +447450316338 - Email: rob@re-energizeelectrical.co.uk - Insurance: Public liability £2M, Employers' liability £10M, Professional indemnity £500K - Qualifications: Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018, City and Guilds, 2022 ## Book or ask a question - [Book Now](https://www.re-energizeelectrical.co.uk/#chat) ## Related services - [EICR](https://www.re-energizeelectrical.co.uk/services/eicr) - [House rewiring](https://www.re-energizeelectrical.co.uk/services/house-rewiring) - [Consumer unit replacement](https://www.re-energizeelectrical.co.uk/services/fuse-board-replacement) - [Electrical fault finding](https://www.re-energizeelectrical.co.uk/services/electrical-fault-finding)