So… what is the new
Queensland smoke alarm law?
You’ve probably heard something about a new smoke alarm law in Queensland. In short, homes now need interconnected smoke alarms that meet updated Australian Standards, meaning when one alarm activates, they all do.
This applies when:
It’s not about red tape.
It’s about buying time when it matters most.
Purpose of the Law
Why was this law introduced?
Each year in Queensland, people still lose their lives in house fires where earlier warning could have made a difference.
Interconnected smoke alarms don’t stop fires, they give people more time to react, escape, and help others.
How to Stay Compliant
What do I need to do to be compliant?
You’ve probably heard something about a new smoke alarm law in Queensland. In short, homes now need interconnected smoke alarms that meet updated Australian Standards, meaning when one alarm activates, they all do.
In most homes, compliance means:
Interconnected smoke alarms installed in the required locations
Installed by a qualified technician
Correctly tested and certified
That’s it. No subscriptions. No complicated systems. Just alarms installed properly.
Pricing
How pricing works and why it’s fair
Every home is different.
Layout, hallways, storeys, and room placement all affect how many smoke alarms are required to meet compliance — and some homes need more alarms than others.
To keep things simple and transparent, PCA pricing is based on the number of bedrooms in your home, not the number of alarms installed.
That means:
No surprises once we arrive. No layout penalties.
Trusted Smoke Alarm Brands
We offer three compliant smoke alarm brands
Red, Clipsal, and Brooks are trusted alarm brands known for delivering reliable smoke detection and strong safety performance, offering a range of compliant photoelectric and interconnected alarm solutions designed to provide early warning and enhanced protection for homes and properties
Selling your home?
Here’s how this usually plays out
Smoke alarm compliance is often flagged:
During contract conditions
By solicitors
Or just before settlement
Most sellers want it handled once, properly, with documentation they can pass on and move forward. That’s exactly what this upgrade is designed to do.
Where we service
Do we service your suburb?
We’re upfront about where we operate to keep scheduling efficient and service quality high. Select your area below to confirm availability for upgrade work.
Reputation closes the loop
Why Queensland homeowners choose PCA
We don’t need to oversell it. Thousands of homeowners, agents, and landlords across Queensland trust PCA to do this properly and our reviews reflect that.
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