📅 How Often Do You Need to Test Smoke Alarms?
In Queensland, smoke alarms must be tested at least once every 12 months. Here's what that usually involves:
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🔘 Pressing the test button to make sure the alarm sounds
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🔋 Checking the battery (replace it if needed)
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🧼 Cleaning the unit with a vacuum to remove dust or cobwebs
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📍 Ensuring the alarm is securely attached and has no visible damage
🔁 Maintenance Rules You Need to Know
Besides regular testing, you also need to:
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🔄 Replace batteries every year (unless it’s a 10-year lithium battery)
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📅 Replace the entire smoke alarm unit every 10 years
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🧯 Make sure your alarms are photoelectric and compliant with Australian Standard AS 3786-2014
🏠 Requirements Vary by Property Type
Whether you're a homeowner, landlord, or tenant, the rules may differ slightly:
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Homeowners: Responsible for ensuring smoke alarms meet current legislation
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Landlords: Must test and maintain smoke alarms within 30 days of a new tenancy or lease renewal
✅ Can’t Do It Yourself? Help is Available!
If you’re not confident testing or maintaining your alarms, or you just want peace of mind, professional help is available.
🔧 Enter Detector Inspector 🔍
Detector Inspector offers licensed services across Queensland to help you:
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Test and clean all alarms
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Replace batteries and out-of-date units
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Ensure full compliance with QLD smoke alarm legislation
💼 Perfect for landlords, property managers, and busy homeowners!
📞 Visit Detector Inspector to book a service or learn more.
👨🚒 Stay Safe, Stay Legal!
Smoke alarms save lives — but only if they’re working properly. Don’t put it off! Make testing and maintaining your smoke alarms part of your yearly safety checklist ✅
And if you’re not sure where to start, let the pros at Detector Inspector help you out! 🛠️