Smoke alarms are typically used in hallways and living areas, while heat alarms are often better suited to kitchens where cooking could trigger false alarms.
When to consider new alarms
- Your home has no alarms, or only old battery units
- Existing alarms are reaching the end of their life
- You are rewiring, extending or converting a loft
- You want alarms that sound together throughout the home
Options
Smoke alarms
Installed in suitable locations such as hallways and landings.
Heat alarms
Commonly installed in kitchens.
Interlinked systems
Alarms that can sound together so a warning is heard throughout the home.
How NIX Electrical can help
Luke will look at the layout of your home and advise on suitable alarm types and positions.
Frequently asked questions
Do you install smoke alarms?
Yes. NIX Electrical installs domestic smoke and heat alarms.
What's the difference between a smoke and heat alarm?
Smoke alarms detect smoke, while heat alarms respond to a rise in temperature, which makes them less prone to false alarms from cooking.