Smoke & heat alarms in Ilfracombe
Prices Illustrative
Range £95–£365 · Devon avg £180
Smoke & heat alarms in Ilfracombe typically costs £190, with most jobs between £95 and £365, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 2–3 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 4 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Smoke & heat alarms across Ilfracombe and EX34. Fixed price after a free survey.
Other Ilfracombe electricians
Independent ranking · reviews, local jobs, response timeRecent smoke & heat alarms jobs near Ilfracombe
Smoke & heat alarms for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
Smoke & heat alarms in a 1970s bungalow, including minor remedial work.
Aug 2026
Smoke & heat alarms for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
Smoke & heat alarms in Ilfracombe: key facts
- Typical price £190
- Range £95–£365
- 2–3 hrs on site
- Next slot: 4 days
- 9 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Ilfracombe
Prices Illustrative- Smoke & heat alarms
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lee | EX34 9 | 2.3 mi |
| Hele | EX34 9 | 1.0 mi |
| West Down | EX34 3 | 3.5 mi |
| Mullacott Cross | EX34 4 | 2.1 mi |
What Ilfracombe customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for smoke & heat alarms within 10 miles of Ilfracombe, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Ilfracombe compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe | £190 | £95–£365 | 4 days |
| Combe Martin | £175 | £90–£340 | 2 days |
| Woolacombe | £185 | £90–£360 | 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.
Ilfracombe local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | North Devon Council handles building control for Ilfracombe. | 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 Ilfracombe customers say
36 reviews“Turned up when they said, smoke & heat alarms done and tested in 2–3 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, High Street, Ilfracombe · Sep 2026
How much does smoke & heat alarms cost in Ilfracombe?
Smoke & heat alarms in Ilfracombe typically costs £190, with most jobs between £95 and £365, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 2–3 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 4 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does smoke & heat alarms take in Ilfracombe?
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 Ilfracombe?
The next available slot near EX34 is in 4 days. 9 electricians cover Ilfracombe.
Do landlords in Ilfracombe 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.
Does living by the sea in Ilfracombe 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.
Which areas near Ilfracombe do you cover for smoke & heat alarms?
We list electricians working across Ilfracombe and nearby spots like Lee and Hele, covering EX34. Homes here are mostly tall Victorian terraces, guest houses converted to flats and holiday lets. A typical job costs £190 on our illustrative local prices.
What electrical checks does a holiday let in Ilfracombe need?
As a paying-guest let you need a fire risk assessment, working smoke alarms and safe appliances. Most Ilfracombe owners keep an EICR every five years, PAT test yearly and check alarms before each season. Booking them in one visit keeps the cost near £190.
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.
How do Ilfracombe prices for smoke & heat alarms compare with Combe Martin?
Ilfracombe typically comes in at £190 and Combe Martin at £175, with Devon as a whole around £180. The gap is mostly down to property type and travel, so a quote from a firm in either town is worth having.
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.
How much to fit interlinked smoke alarms?
A typical Ilfracombe 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 £365.
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.
Do you cover the villages round Ilfracombe, like Lee and Hele?
We do. The smoke & heat alarms prices on this page already include jobs in Lee, Hele, West Down, Mullacott Cross. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Ilfracombe work, so the next slot (in 4 days) normally applies to you too.
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.
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- Woolacombe4.6 mi · £185
- Braunton7.1 mi · £190
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- Emergency electricianfrom £95
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £155
- Fuse box replacementfrom £470
- Full rewirefrom £3,980
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.