Sune Electrical · Queensland smoke alarm law
What will your smoke alarm upgrade cost?
Answer five quick questions. We’ll tell you which alarms the law needs in your home and give you a starting price. Your exact price comes from a free photo quote.
All Queensland homes must comply by 1 January 2027
Recommended upgrade · 4 alarms
from $740inc GST
Checking your answers…
Your alarm plan
Included
- Photoelectric alarms to AS 3786-2014, all interconnected
- Supply, install, testing and old alarms removed
- Licensed electricians · 1-year workmanship warranty
Get my exact price — send photos
or call Sunny on 0480 259 626
Starting price only, based on the alarm locations Queensland law requires. Your final price is confirmed from photos and can change with ceiling access, existing wiring and the number of hallways. Requirements: Queensland Fire Department, fire.qld.gov.au/smokealarms.
Hardwired or battery-only: what’s the difference?
Battery-only alarms are cheaper and legal in some older homes. Here is what you get with each.
| 240 V hardwired Sune standard | Battery-only | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Mains power, with a backup battery | Sealed battery only |
| Homes that already have hardwired alarms | ✓ Correct replacement | ✗ QFD says replace with the type the home was built with |
| New homes and approved renovations | ✓ Required by law | ✗ Not allowed |
| Link between alarms | Wired, so no radio pairing to drop out | Radio (wireless) |
| Who installs | Licensed electrician only | Anyone, including DIY |
| Upfront price | Higher | Lower |
