If you’re preparing to sell your home or rent out your investment property, one of the most important steps in ensuring safety and legal
compliance is meeting Queensland’s smoke alarm regulations.
In Queensland, smoke alarm legislation was updated to improve safety and save lives. Property sellers and landlords must ensure their homes
meet the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) requirements before sale or lease.
Under current regulations:
✅ All smoke alarms must be photoelectric (not ionisation).
✅ They must be hardwired or powered by a non-removable 10-year lithium battery.
✅ Smoke alarms must be interconnected so when one alarm is triggered, all alarms sound.
✅ Alarms must be installed in every bedroom, hallway connecting bedrooms, and on each storey of the property.
Failure to comply can delay settlement, breach tenancy laws, or even void insurance claims — not to mention put lives at risk.
At Alphacool, we make compliance simple. Our qualified electricians can inspect, test and certify your smoke alarm system, providing you
with a Smoke Alarm Compliance Certificate for peace of mind. Call our office on 1300 325 742 to speak with one of our friendly
team.
