Smoke & heat alarms in Ivybridge
Prices Illustrative
Range £85–£340 · Devon avg £180
Smoke & heat alarms in Ivybridge typically costs £175, with most jobs between £85 and £340, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 2–3 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Smoke & heat alarms across Ivybridge and PL21. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent smoke & heat alarms jobs near Ivybridge
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 Ivybridge: key facts
- Typical price £175
- Range £85–£340
- 2–3 hrs on site
- Next slot: 2 days
- 7 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Ivybridge
Prices IllustrativeWhat Ivybridge customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for smoke & heat alarms within 10 miles of Ivybridge, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Ivybridge compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivybridge | £175 | £85–£340 | 2 days |
| Buckfastleigh | £190 | £95–£375 | 5 days |
| Kingsbridge | £175 | £85–£335 | 6 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.
Ivybridge local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | South Hams District Council handles building control for Ivybridge. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Market-town terraces and 1960s–90s estates. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Inland: standard outdoor fittings are usually fine. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
What Ivybridge customers say
44 reviews“Turned up when they said, smoke & heat alarms done and tested in 2–3 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Mill Lane, Ivybridge · Sep 2026
How much does smoke & heat alarms cost in Ivybridge?
Smoke & heat alarms in Ivybridge typically costs £175, with most jobs between £85 and £340, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 2–3 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does smoke & heat alarms take in Ivybridge?
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 Ivybridge?
The next available slot near PL21 is in 2 days. 7 electricians cover Ivybridge.
Do landlords in Ivybridge 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.
How much to fit interlinked smoke alarms?
A typical Ivybridge home with smoke alarms on each floor and a heat alarm in the kitchen costs about £175. Wireless interlinked alarms are quicker to fit, so cheaper; hard-wired ones need cable runs and come in nearer £340.
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.
Will an electrician come out to Ermington and Cornwood from Ivybridge?
Yes. Ermington, Cornwood, Bittaford, Modbury, Lee Mill all sit inside the usual Ivybridge patch, so most firms quote the same £175 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
Will I get a certificate when the job's done?
You should. New circuits and fuse boards get an Electrical Installation Certificate; smaller jobs get a Minor Works Certificate. Keep them with your house papers, as buyers' solicitors and insurers often ask to see them.
Do electricians charge more to come out on the moor near Ivybridge?
A little, sometimes. Ivybridge is on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, and homes up on the moor can be a long drive with poor phone signal. Most firms add £20 to £40 for remote spots. In town, the £175 typical price stands.
What sort of homes do electricians work on in Ivybridge?
Around Ivybridge it's mostly mostly 1970s onwards estates on the edge of the moor. That affects smoke & heat alarms prices: newer homes sit near £85, older or awkward ones nearer £340. The typical job here is £175 on our illustrative local prices.
Is smoke & heat alarms cheaper in Ivybridge or Buckfastleigh?
Right now Ivybridge's typical price is £175, against £190 in Buckfastleigh 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.
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.
Who do I call in a power cut in Ivybridge?
National Grid (South West) runs the network here. If the whole street is dark, call 105, it's free and they'll give you a time. If it's only your house, check your trip switches first, then call an electrician.
- Buckfastleigh8.9 mi · £190
- Kingsbridge9.7 mi · £175
- Plymouth9.8 mi · £170
- Totnes10.8 mi · £180
- Ashburton11.3 mi · £190
- Emergency electricianfrom £85
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £145
- Fuse box replacementfrom £435
- Full rewirefrom £3,670
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.