
Welcome to TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services Ltd. We install Smoke, Heat, & Carbon Monoxide Alarms in Epping and the surrounding areas.
Epping has a mix of historic cottages and modern developments. Regardless of the age of your property, installing the right alarms will make a huge difference to your family’s safety. With the proper smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms, you can rest easy knowing you have an effective first line of defence.
The Differences Between Smoke, Heat & CO Alarms
Smoke alarms detect small particles caused by fires. They are vital in all homes because they alert you early enough to evacuate.
Heat alarms activate when the temperature rises rapidly. This is especially useful in kitchens where cooking might lead to false alarms in a standard smoke detector.
Carbon monoxide alarms detect dangerous gas that you cannot see or smell. This is important for homes with gas boilers, wood stoves, or open fires.
The Importance of Each Alarm in Epping Households
Epping has many older properties and dated heating systems, which can increase the risk of carbon monoxide leaks. Even modern homes are not immune to problems if something goes wrong with the Boiler or cooker. Installing a combination of smoke, heat, and CO alarms helps ensure you catch hazards early, keeping you and your family safe.
Wired Alarms
Wired alarms provide constant power from your home’s electrical system, which ensures they are always on and working.
Battery-powered alarms are cheaper and easier to install, but they rely on you remembering to test and replace batteries regularly. Wired alarms are more reliable than battery alarms, and there is less risk of missing an alert when it matters.
Interlinked Alarm Systems and Their Benefits
An interlinked system means that all alarms in the house communicate. If a fire starts in the garage and triggers the heat alarm, the bedroom alarms will also sound. This system will reduce the time it takes for everyone in the household to be alerted, which can be critical in a real emergency.
How Proper Installation Affects Home Insurance
Having a fully functioning alarm system can help when it comes to insurance. Some insurers lower premiums and offer better terms if you have approved smoke and CO alarms fitted. For landlords in Epping, it is also a legal requirement to ensure your rental property meets safety standards, including having smoke and CO alarms.
Professional Alarm Installation Services in Epping
Hiring one of our Electricians to install your alarms ensures they are placed and wired correctly. Our electricians will also ensure your system meets regulations and that the alarms are compatible. Once installed, testing is done to confirm everything works as it should.
Contact Us
Please contact us for a free, no-obligation survey and quote. You can get in touch using the phone number or email below.

Hi, I’m Terry, the founder and owner of TM Hughes & Son Electrical Services
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Call: 01992 830560