Smoke & heat alarms in Braunton
Prices Illustrative
Range £95–£370 · Devon avg £180
Smoke & heat alarms in Braunton typically costs £190, with most jobs between £95 and £370, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 2–3 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 3 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Smoke & heat alarms across Braunton and EX33. Fixed price after a free survey.
Other Braunton electricians
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Smoke & heat alarms for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
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Aug 2026
Smoke & heat alarms for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
Smoke & heat alarms in Braunton: key facts
- Typical price £190
- Range £95–£370
- 2–3 hrs on site
- Next slot: 3 days
- 5 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Braunton
Prices Illustrative- Smoke & heat alarms
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saunton | EX33 4 | 2.0 mi |
| Wrafton | EX33 3 | 0.7 mi |
| Knowle | EX33 7 | 1.3 mi |
| Heanton Punchardon | EX31 5 | 1.1 mi |
What Braunton customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for smoke & heat alarms within 10 miles of Braunton, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Braunton compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton | £190 | £95–£370 | 3 days |
| Woolacombe | £185 | £90–£360 | 5 days |
| Barnstaple | £190 | £95–£365 | 5 days |
| Devon average | £180 | £90–£350 | 4 days |
| UK average | £205 | £100–£420 | 6 days |
What happens on the day
- 08:00Arrive
Quick survey and confirm the fixed price.
- 08:15Isolate
Power off at the main switch; fridge and alarms noted.
- 08:30Work
Smoke & heat alarms carried out.
- 10:00Test
Insulation, earth and RCD tests to BS 7671.
- 10:30Power on
Circuits re-energised and labelled.
- 10:45Paperwork
Certificate emailed the same day.
Braunton local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | North Devon Council handles building control for Braunton. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Older stone and render, many holiday lets. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Coastal: salt air shortens the life of outdoor fittings, so IP65+ is advised. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
What Braunton customers say
14 reviews“Turned up when they said, smoke & heat alarms done and tested in 2–3 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, High Street, Braunton · Sep 2026
How much does smoke & heat alarms cost in Braunton?
Smoke & heat alarms in Braunton typically costs £190, with most jobs between £95 and £370, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 2–3 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 3 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does smoke & heat alarms take in Braunton?
Usually 2–3 hrs on site. Your power is off for most of that time, so plan around fridges and alarms.
How soon can an electrician come out in Braunton?
The next available slot near EX33 is in 3 days. 5 electricians cover Braunton.
Do landlords in Braunton need mains smoke alarms?
Landlords in England must have a working smoke alarm on every storey and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room with a fixed combustion appliance (except gas cookers). They don't legally have to be mains-wired, but mains alarms with battery backup are what most electricians recommend, and they're required in some HMOs.
Why does my smoke alarm chirp?
Usually a low backup battery or the alarm's end of life. Most alarms last 10 years, and the date is printed on the back. If it's older than that, replace it rather than just changing the battery.
When's the best time to book holiday-let checks in Braunton?
November to March. Electricians in Braunton are quieter then, and you won't lose bookings. Ask for the EICR, PAT test and alarm check on the same day, with the reports emailed so you can send them straight to your insurer or agency.
What sort of homes do electricians work on in Braunton?
Around Braunton it's mostly older village houses, bungalows and holiday lets. That affects smoke & heat alarms prices: newer homes sit near £95, older or awkward ones nearer £370. The typical job here is £190 on our illustrative local prices.
How much to fit interlinked smoke alarms?
A typical Braunton home with smoke alarms on each floor and a heat alarm in the kitchen costs about £190. Wireless interlinked alarms are quicker to fit, so cheaper; hard-wired ones need cable runs and come in nearer £370.
Should I get more than one quote?
Two or three is sensible. Compare what's included, not just the total: testing, certificates, making good, and how they price any extra faults found. The cheapest quote often leaves things out that turn up on the final bill.
How do I check an electrician is properly registered?
Look them up on the NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA register using their name or postcode, not just the logo on a van. Ask for their registration number and a copy of their insurance. A good electrician will happily send both before you book.
Is smoke & heat alarms cheaper in Braunton or Woolacombe?
Right now Braunton's typical price is £190, against £185 in Woolacombe and a Devon average of £180. Most firms cover both, so get quotes from either side. Travel adds a little for outlying villages, but rarely more than £20 to £30.
Does living by the sea in Braunton affect electrical work?
It can. Salt air corrodes outdoor sockets, lights and meter boxes faster, so ask for IP65 or better outside. Older properties and holiday lets here also tend to have damp in outbuildings, which an electrician will check during the job.
Will an electrician come out to Saunton and Wrafton from Braunton?
Yes. Saunton, Wrafton, Knowle, Heanton Punchardon all sit inside the usual Braunton patch, so most firms quote the same £190 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
Do I need a certificate for smoke & heat alarms?
You should get a Minor Works or Electrical Installation Certificate. Keep it with your house papers.
- Woolacombe4.8 mi · £185
- Barnstaple4.9 mi · £190
- Northam & Appledore5.3 mi · £185
- Bideford6.6 mi · £185
- Ilfracombe7.1 mi · £190
- Emergency electricianfrom £95
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £160
- Fuse box replacementfrom £480
- Full rewirefrom £4,035
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.