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Smoke Alarm Installation & Compliance – Sydney Electrician

Protect your home and family with professional smoke alarm services

Working smoke alarms save lives — but only if they’re correctly installed, tested, and maintained. At 99 Electrical, we provide reliable smoke alarm installation, testing, upgrades, and compliance checks across Sydney’s North Shore and Northern Beaches.

Whether you’re renovating, renting, or just unsure if your alarms are up to standard, Max will make sure your home is safe and legally compliant.

Why Smoke Alarms Matter

A fire can take hold in under three minutes — but working smoke alarms give you time to escape. They’re one of the most important safety devices in your home and are now legally required in all Sydney properties.

You should have:

  • 🔋 Battery backup for all alarms

  • 📍 Alarms strategically placed near bedrooms and exits

  • 🛠️ Alarms that are tested regularly and replaced every 10 years

If you're unsure whether your home complies, book an inspection and we’ll handle it all for you.

Our Smoke Alarm Services

  • ✅ Installation of hardwired or battery-powered smoke alarms

  • ✅ Strategic placement for best coverage and compliance

  • ✅ Testing and maintenance of existing alarms

  • ✅ 10-year replacement of expired smoke alarms

  • ✅ Upgrades from ionisation to photoelectric smoke alarms

  • ✅ Landlord & property manager services

  • ✅ Advice on interconnected alarm systems for large or double-storey homes

Whether it’s a new build, renovation, or older home that needs an update — we can take care of everything.

The 10-Year Replacement Rule (NSW Law)

By NSW law, all smoke alarms must be replaced within 10 years of the manufacture date. Even if your alarm still works, it may no longer meet safety standards or function reliably in an emergency.

Not sure how old yours is? We’ll check the back label, assess its condition, and recommend the next step.

Why We Recommend Photoelectric Alarms

Unlike old ionisation alarms, photoelectric smoke alarms:

  • Detect smouldering fires faster

  • Are less likely to trigger false alarms

  • Are now the recommended standard in NSW

We only install quality, long-lasting smoke alarms from trusted brands like Clipsal, PSA, Brooks and Red Smoke Alarms — so you know they’ll work when it matters most.

Why Choose 99 Electrical?

  • ✅ Local, licensed, and fully insured

  • ✅ Upfront pricing and no hidden fees

  • ✅ Clean, professional installation

  • ✅ Friendly service from a family-run business

  • ✅ Servicing homes across Sydney’s North Shore and beyond

Whether it’s one alarm or an entire home update, we treat every job with care and precision.

  • We recommend testing alarms monthly using the test button, and booking a professional inspection every 12 months to ensure full functionality and battery health.

  • Hardwired alarms are connected directly to your home’s power and include a battery backup. They’re more reliable and are required in many renovations and new builds. Battery-operated alarms are easier to install but may require more frequent checks.

  • If your alarm is more than 10 years old, chirps constantly, or fails a test — it needs to be replaced. Look for the manufacture date on the back of the alarm.

  • Yes. Smoke alarms are mandatory in all residential properties. Landlords must ensure alarms are present, tested annually, and replaced every 10 years.

  • Absolutely. Interconnected smoke alarms link together — when one sounds, they all go off. This is ideal for large or double-storey homes and is now required in some building codes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book Your Smoke Alarm Service Today

Don’t leave it to chance. Make sure your home is protected with modern, compliant smoke alarms you can trust.

📞 Call Max today on 0434 622 174