In Queensland, the rules around smoke alarms are clear and are put in place for a very good reason—to keep people safe from the dangers of fire. The Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) has implemented regulations that require interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms in all bedrooms, connecting hallways, and on every level of a home.
SELLER SMOKE ALARM OBLIGATIONS
As a property seller, you will need to declare on the “Sales Contract” that the property is compliant with the smoke alarm QLD regulations; two legal documents.
A stress-free way to ensure your property is up to code is to book a smoke alarm compliance inspection. Our smoke alarm installers are able to perform this inspection, upgrade your smoke alarms and give you a compliance certificate to give you proof of compliance and the work for the new owner.
Doing this not only helps you comply with the law but also reassures potential buyers that this home is safe and sound—a huge plus when you’re looking to sell.
A professional smoke alarm inspection is more than just a tick on the compliance checklist. It’s a comprehensive check to ensure your home’s safety system in the case of a fire is functioning correctly. Think of it as a health check for your home’s safety features, giving you and your buyer peace of mind.
Absolutely not. It’s illegal to sell a home in Queensland without the required smoke alarms properly installed and functioning.
The law requires that smoke alarms in homes for sale must be interconnected and photoelectric, covering all bedrooms, hallways that connect bedrooms, and every level of the property. Read more on the latest QLD smoke alarm regulations.
Ensuring your home before a sale meets Queensland’s smoke alarm requirements is about more than just ticking a box—it’s about creating a safe environment for everyone.
As you prepare to pass your home on to new owners, taking these steps not only helps streamline the selling process but also contributes to the ongoing safety and security of the property. Remember, when it comes to home safety, cutting corners is never an option. Let’s make sure our homes are safe havens, starting with something as simple, yet as vital, as a properly installed smoke alarm.
Get ahead of your seller smoke alarm obligations in Queensland. Contact us today for a talk about your home’s open day and we’ll work together to schedule an inspection to ensure you are properly up to code before the date.
