Smoke & heat alarms in Tavistock
Prices Illustrative
Range £85–£335 · Devon avg £180
Smoke & heat alarms in Tavistock typically costs £170, with most jobs between £85 and £335, 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 Tavistock and PL19. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent smoke & heat alarms jobs near Tavistock
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 Tavistock: key facts
- Typical price £170
- Range £85–£335
- 2–3 hrs on site
- Next slot: 3 days
- 9 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Tavistock
Prices Illustrative- Smoke & heat alarms
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gulworthy | PL19 7 | 2.4 mi |
| Horrabridge | PL20 8 | 3.4 mi |
| Mary Tavy | PL19 5 | 3.4 mi |
| Lamerton | PL19 5 | 2.6 mi |
| Whitchurch | PL19 4 | 1.3 mi |
| Milton Abbot | PL19 3 | 5.6 mi |
What Tavistock customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for smoke & heat alarms within 10 miles of Tavistock, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Tavistock compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tavistock | £170 | £85–£335 | 3 days |
| Plymouth | £170 | £85–£325 | 4 days |
| Okehampton | £195 | £95–£375 | 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.
Tavistock local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | West Devon Borough Council handles building control for Tavistock. | 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 Tavistock customers say
34 reviews“Turned up when they said, smoke & heat alarms done and tested in 2–3 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Station Road, Tavistock · Sep 2026
How much does smoke & heat alarms cost in Tavistock?
Smoke & heat alarms in Tavistock typically costs £170, with most jobs between £85 and £335, 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 Tavistock?
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 Tavistock?
The next available slot near PL19 is in 3 days. 9 electricians cover Tavistock.
Do landlords in Tavistock 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.
Do electricians charge more to come out on the moor near Tavistock?
A little, sometimes. Tavistock 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 £170 typical price stands.
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 much to fit interlinked smoke alarms?
A typical Tavistock home with smoke alarms on each floor and a heat alarm in the kitchen costs about £170. Wireless interlinked alarms are quicker to fit, so cheaper; hard-wired ones need cable runs and come in nearer £335.
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.
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.
Which areas near Tavistock do you cover for smoke & heat alarms?
We list electricians working across Tavistock and nearby spots like Gulworthy and Horrabridge, covering PL19. Homes here are mostly Victorian stone terraces built for miners, granite cottages and newer homes. A typical job costs £170 on our illustrative local prices.
How do Tavistock prices for smoke & heat alarms compare with Plymouth?
Tavistock typically comes in at £170 and Plymouth at £170, 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.
Do you cover the villages round Tavistock, like Gulworthy and Horrabridge?
We do. The smoke & heat alarms prices on this page already include jobs in Gulworthy, Horrabridge, Mary Tavy, Lamerton, Whitchurch, Milton Abbot. Village visits are usually booked on the same days as Tavistock work, so the next slot (in 3 days) normally applies to you too.
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 Tavistock?
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.
- Plymouth12.0 mi · £170
- Okehampton14.4 mi · £195
- Ivybridge14.8 mi · £175
- Buckfastleigh16.7 mi · £190
- Ashburton17.2 mi · £190
- Emergency electricianfrom £85
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £145
- Fuse box replacementfrom £430
- Full rewirefrom £3,640
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.