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Reviewed by Lee Gundenswager (Lead Electrician, Connex Lic #92217) and Darren Standring (Owner). Last updated 2026-04-29.
Connex Electrical is the licensed, insured electrician Brisbane households and businesses call when they need a smoke alarm installation done right the first time. Lee and the team have built Connex into a 494-review (5.0★) operation by being on time, transparent on price, and refusing to leave a job until the customer is genuinely happy.
QLD Electrical Contractor Licence #92217. ARC Refrigeration Licence #AU42842. $20M Public Liability insurance. ABN 37 665 474 537. Lifetime workmanship guarantee on every install.
Pricing is simple: $185/hr standard (1-hour minimum, no callout fee), $245/hr after-hours/emergency. Most smoke alarm installation jobs are quoted as a fixed price upfront — no hourly surprises, no “while we are here” upsells.
Same-day smoke alarm installation service across Brisbane, 24/7 emergency response. Call Lee directly on 0474 207 609 or get a fixed-price quote through our online form.
Brisbane suburbs we cover (sample): smoke alarm installation North Lakes · smoke alarm installation Chermside · Aspley · Carseldine · Bridgeman Downs · Everton Park · Stafford · Wavell Heights — and every other suburb across the region.
Connex Electrical provides expert smoke alarm installation and compliance upgrades across Brisbane and North Brisbane that homeowners, landlords, property managers, and real estate agents can rely on for full QLD compliance.
Queensland legislation requires all homes to have interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms in every bedroom, hallway connecting bedrooms, and on every level of the property. The deadline for full compliance in owner-occupied homes is 1 January 2027. Rental properties and properties being sold or leased already need to comply.
We install, upgrade, and replace smoke alarms to meet the current QLD requirements. Our pricing is simple: $120 per alarm installed, and every full compliance installation includes a free wall controller so you can silence nuisance alarms without climbing on furniture.
Whether you need a single alarm replaced, a full-house upgrade to interconnected photoelectric alarms, or a compliance certificate for a property sale or lease, we handle the entire job from assessment through to testing and documentation.
Book Connex Electrical: Call 0474 207 609 for same-day smoke alarm installation or a fixed-price compliance quote.
Smoke alarm installation requirements vary depending on the age, layout, and construction of the property. Across North Brisbane, we work in everything from older timber and brick homes through to modern two-storey estates, and the approach changes for each.
In older suburbs like smoke alarm installation Kallangur, Petrie and Lawnton, we commonly find ionisation alarms (no longer compliant), standalone battery units with no interconnection, alarms in incorrect locations, and missing coverage in bedrooms or hallways. These homes typically need a full upgrade to interconnected photoelectric alarms with correct placement.
In newer estates like North Lakes, smoke alarm installation Mango Hill and Griffin, homes built after 2017 usually have hardwired interconnected alarms already installed, but older stock in these suburbs (pre-2017) often still has non-compliant standalone alarms that need upgrading before the 2027 deadline.
For multi-storey homes, we ensure alarms are installed on every level as required. For properties with unusual layouts, long hallways, or open-plan living areas, we assess the best alarm positions to meet both the legislation and practical coverage needs.
Our smoke alarm installation service covers everything needed to bring your property into full QLD compliance.
We use quality 10-year sealed-battery wireless interconnected photoelectric alarms that meet AS 3786:2014. No hardwiring required in most retrofit situations — the wireless interconnection means less disruption and faster installation without ceiling or wall damage.
Our smoke alarm pricing is straightforward and transparent.
No callout fee. No hidden extras. The price includes the alarm, installation, interconnection, testing, wall controller, and compliance confirmation. If your property needs additional alarms beyond the standard layout, the same $120/alarm rate applies.
For landlords and property managers managing multiple properties, we offer priority scheduling and can batch multiple compliance upgrades efficiently.
From $180 incl GST
For installations requiring interconnection work, extra alarms, or more complex routing.
From $65 incl GST
Suitable for additional alarm installations or upgrades where conditions are straightforward.
Every home is different. Additional costs may apply depending on installation conditions.
All extras are explained before work begins. We do not hide installation costs or absorb complex installation conditions into vague pricing.
Smoke alarm installation pricing depends on the property, not just the alarm.
Common factors include:
A standard install is straightforward and cost-effective. More complex homes need more labour, more materials, and sometimes additional electrical work. That is why we define the standard install clearly and outline extras upfront.
Smoke alarm compliance is not just about having alarms on the ceiling. The type, position, interconnection, and condition of the alarms all matter for both legal compliance and actual life safety.
Common problems we find during assessments:
A properly installed, interconnected system means that when one alarm detects smoke, every alarm in the house sounds simultaneously. That gives occupants in distant bedrooms the earliest possible warning — which is the entire point of the legislation change.
If your suburb is nearby and not listed, contact us and we will confirm service availability.
Queensland’s smoke alarm legislation (amended 2022) requires all residential properties to have interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms installed in specific locations. The requirements apply differently depending on your situation:
The same requirements above apply to all owner-occupied homes from 1 January 2027. If you are living in your own home and have not yet upgraded, now is the time to get it sorted before the deadline.
Non-compliance can result in penalties, insurance complications, and — most importantly — reduced protection for your household in the event of a fire. For landlords, non-compliance can also affect your ability to lease the property.
The most common situations where we install or upgrade smoke alarms:
If your home still has standalone battery alarms, ionisation alarms, or alarms only in hallways (not bedrooms), you need an upgrade before the January 2027 deadline.
Rental properties must already comply. If your investment property has not been upgraded, it is currently non-compliant. We work with property managers across North Brisbane to schedule upgrades efficiently across portfolios.
Properties being sold or leased must have compliant smoke alarms at the time of contract or lease signing. We provide same-day installation and compliance confirmation for urgent pre-sale or pre-lease situations.
New builds require hardwired interconnected alarms as part of the electrical fit-out. Renovations that trigger building approval may also require alarm upgrades as a condition of certification.
We check existing alarm types, locations, and condition. We identify what is compliant, what needs replacing, and where additional alarms are required under the legislation.
Based on the assessment, we confirm how many alarms are needed and provide the fixed price ($120/alarm, free wall controller with full compliance jobs). No surprises.
We remove old alarms, install new interconnected photoelectric units in the correct positions, and set up the wireless interconnection between all alarms in the property.
Every alarm is individually tested, then the interconnection is verified — triggering one alarm confirms all others sound simultaneously. The wall controller is installed and demonstrated.
We explain the system, show you how to test and silence alarms, and provide compliance confirmation suitable for insurance, sale, or lease purposes.
$120 per alarm installed, including supply, installation, interconnection, and testing. Full compliance installations include a free wall controller. Most 3-bedroom homes need 4–5 alarms ($480–$600 total).
Queensland requires interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms. Ionisation alarms are no longer compliant. Alarms must be either hardwired or have a 10-year sealed lithium battery.
Alarms must be installed in every bedroom, in hallways that connect bedrooms to the rest of the home, and on every level of the property. This applies to all QLD residential properties.
Owner-occupied homes must be fully compliant by 1 January 2027. Rental properties and properties being sold or leased must already comply.
Yes. We offer same-day smoke alarm installation across North Brisbane. This is especially useful for urgent pre-sale or pre-lease compliance situations. Call 0474 207 609 to check availability.
Hardwired smoke alarms must be installed by a licensed electrician. Wireless interconnected alarms with sealed batteries can technically be owner-installed, but professional installation ensures correct placement, proper interconnection testing, and compliance documentation.
A wall controller lets you silence nuisance alarms (e.g. from cooking steam) without climbing on furniture or removing the alarm. We include one free with every full compliance installation because it makes the system more practical to live with day-to-day.
A typical 3-bedroom single-storey home needs 4–5 alarms (one per bedroom plus hallway). A 4-bedroom home usually needs 5–6. Two-storey homes need additional alarms on each level. We confirm the exact count during assessment.
Yes. We work with landlords and property managers across North Brisbane to upgrade rental properties to full compliance. We can coordinate directly with your property manager if needed.
We cover North Lakes, Mango Hill, Griffin, Murrumba Downs, Kallangur, Redcliffe, Deception Bay, Narangba, Petrie, Lawnton, Aspley, Chermside, Bridgeman Downs, and surrounding North Brisbane suburbs.
Yes. Wireless interconnected photoelectric alarms with 10-year sealed lithium batteries are fully compliant under QLD legislation. They are the most common choice for retrofit installations because they do not require new wiring.
Non-compliant smoke alarms can delay or complicate property sales. The seller is responsible for ensuring compliance at the time of contract. We offer same-day installation for urgent pre-sale situations.
Smoke alarm installation often connects with other electrical work. We also provide:
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Connex Electrical services North Brisbane from our base in North Lakes. We cover North Lakes, Redcliffe, Caboolture, Morayfield, Burpengary, Narangba, Kallangur, Petrie, Strathpine, and surrounding suburbs. Same-day service available across our coverage area.