Here’s a question every Queenslander should pause on — if you sold your home tomorrow, could you prove your smoke alarms are compliant?
Because in Queensland, every home sold must have a certificate of compliance confirming that compliant, interconnected smoke alarms are installed. Not at settlement. Not later. At the time of sale.
Yet this requirement is still catching homeowners, sellers, and even some sales agents off guard.
What’s Actually Required in Queensland?
Queensland’s smoke alarm legislation isn’t a “best practice” guideline — it’s law.
When a property is sold, the home must have:
- Interconnected smoke alarms
- Photoelectric alarms
- Installed in the correct locations throughout the home
- Installed by a licensed electrician
- Supported by a certificate of compliance
This isn’t optional, and it isn’t something buyers can waive away later.
If you’d like a deeper breakdown of the legislation itself, this page explains the Queensland requirements clearly and simply: 👉 https://propertycompliance.com.au/home-owners/qld-2027-interconnected-smoke-alarm-legislation/
Why This Matters More Than You Think
Smoke alarm compliance has quickly become one of those “silent deal blockers” in property transactions.
A missing or non-compliant certificate can:
- Delay contracts
- Create last-minute settlement stress
- Force urgent, unplanned electrical work
- Introduce legal risk for sellers and agents
- Undermine buyer confidence at a critical moment
And often, it’s only discovered when time is already tight.
That’s why smoke alarm compliance is no longer just a safety issue — it’s a sales readiness issue.
For Homeowners: Don’t Leave It Until the Last Minute
If you’re considering selling — even “sometime this year” — now is the time to check compliance.
PCA works with homeowners every day who want clarity, certainty, and a clean path to sale. The process is designed to be simple, fast, and fully documented so there are no surprises later.
If you’re selling your home, this page outlines exactly what’s required and how to get it sorted smoothly: 👉 https://propertycompliance.com.au/selling-your-home/
For Sales Agents: This Is About Protecting Your Sale
For sales agents, smoke alarm compliance is no longer a peripheral detail, it’s part of professional risk management.
Having a compliant property before listing helps:
- Avoid last-minute scrambles
- Reduce settlement risk
- Protect your client relationship
- Keep transactions moving cleanly and confidently
PCA partners closely with sales agents to ensure properties are compliant early, certificates are issued correctly, and no one is left chasing paperwork at the eleventh hour.
If you’re an agent and want clarity on how PCA supports sales teams, you can explore that here: 👉 https://propertycompliance.com.au/sales-agents/
The Question Every Queenslander Should Ask
So here’s the real question:
If your property went to market tomorrow, would your smoke alarm compliance help the sale or hold it up?
Because in Queensland, smoke alarm compliance isn’t just about safety anymore. It’s about confidence, credibility, and keeping property transactions moving forward.
If you’re unsure, curious, or just want peace of mind, that’s the best time to ask the question, not the last.
Check your compliance. Ask the question early. Sell with confidence.
