Welcome to TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd. We install Smoke, Heat and Carbon Monoxide Alarms in Benfleet.
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Understanding The Different Types Of Alarms
Smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms are essential safety devices in any home or business, providing early warning of potential danger and giving precious time to evacuate the property if necessary.
Understanding the different types of alarms is essential to ensure your home/rented property is up to standard and ensure you, your family (or tenants) are protected.
Smoke alarms, using either photoelectric or ionization sensors, detect the presence of smoke that could signal a fire.
On the other hand, Heat alarms sense rapid temperature increases or a temperature above a predetermined threshold, often installed in places where smoke alarms might trigger false alarms, like kitchens or garages.
Carbon monoxide alarms detect the dangerous, odourless gas produced by incomplete combustion in appliances like boilers or fires.
Some alarms combine these functionalities for an all-in-one safety solution, so only one alarm needs to be installed instead of two.
The Benefits Of Professional Alarm Installation
While it might be tempting to try a DIY installation, professional installation is highly recommended for several reasons.
Electricians possess the certification, knowledge and skills to perform the installation safely and correctly, eliminating the risk of shock, fire, or other accidents.
Moreover, improper installation can result in devices failing to operate as intended, a risk not worth taking when dealing with life-saving devices.
The Installation Process
The professional installation process begins with a survey of your property to determine the optimal type of alarms and locations for alarm placement.
Following the survey, a no-obligation quote is written and sent to you.
If you’re happy to proceed, one of our Electricians will return at a convenient time to install the alarms.
The alarms are hard-wired into your electrical system to ensure constant power and are interconnected so that if one alarm is triggered, all alarms sound, providing comprehensive coverage.
The alarms are thoroughly tested after installation to ensure they are in full working order.
Alarms & Building Regulations
Building Regulations require mains-powered, interconnected smoke alarms to be installed in new builds or significant renovations.
Rental properties must also have smoke alarms on each storey and carbon monoxide alarms in rooms with a solid fuel appliance, although these may be battery-operated.
It’s a good idea for all homeowners to have wired interconnected alarms no matter the property’s age to ensure maximal reliability and safety.
By hiring a professional such as TM Hughes & Son, you ensure compliance with these regulations.
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Hi, I’m Terry, the founder and owner of TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services
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