Smoke alarm clean in Honiton
Looking for professional smoke alarm clean help in Honiton? Hembury Contracting provides reliable small jobs services across Honiton and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
10-15 mins per alarm
Location
Honiton
Smoke alarm properly cleaned to stop false alarms. Dust and debris removed, tested to make sure it still works, battery checked. Back to doing its job properly.
### That 3am Screaming Smoke Alarm
Nothing worse than a smoke alarm going off for no reason. Usually happens at **stupid o'clock in the morning** when you're trying to sleep.
The problem? Dust. Smoke alarms are basically tiny particle detectors - brilliant at their job, but they can't tell the difference between smoke particles and dust particles.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Kitchen smoke alarms need cleaning more often. Cooking fumes leave residue that builds up inside the sensor.
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### Why They False Alarm
| ✅ Clean Alarm | ❌ Dusty Alarm | |----------------|----------------| | Only triggers for actual smoke | Goes off at random times | | Sensor clear and responsive | Dust buildup causing false triggers | | Properly mounted and sealed | Sometimes loose in mounting | | Working battery | Often dying battery adding to problems |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Clean**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Remove** | Alarm carefully removed from ceiling/wall | | **Clean** | Inside and outside cleaned with compressed air | | **Check** | Battery tested, mounting checked | | **Test** | Full test to make sure it's working | | **Replace** | Put back up securely |
**📦 You're Left With** - Clean alarm that won't false trigger - Confirmed working sensor - Fresh battery if needed (I carry spares) - Date sticker so you know when it was done
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### Pricing Guide
| Situation | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-----------|----------------|------------| | Single alarm clean + test | 10-15 mins | **£60** | | Multiple alarms (3-4) | 30-45 mins | **£60** | | Whole house service (5+) | 1 hr | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum callout. Makes sense to do them all at once.*
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### Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ **False alarms** - going off when there's no smoke
✅ **Regular beeping** - usually means battery low, but worth a clean too
✅ **Years since last clean** - most people have never cleaned theirs
✅ **Just moved in** - no idea when previous owner last serviced them
Why Choose Us for Smoke alarm clean in Honiton?
Stops false alarms from dust buildup
Properly tested after cleaning
Can do multiple alarms in one visit
Batteries checked at same time
What to Expect
### Step 1: Remove & Inspect I take down the alarm and have a look at the state of it. Sometimes you can see the dust just from opening it up. ### Step 2: Proper Clean Compressed air through the sensor chamber, wipe down the outside, check the mounting bracket's clean. ### Step 3: Battery Check Test the battery. If it's low I'll replace it (I carry the common types). Better than another visit. ### Step 4: Test & Replace Full test with the button, then back on the ceiling. I'll make sure the mounting's secure while I'm at it.
Our Honiton Service Coverage
We cover Honiton and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Honiton or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> ⚠️ **Old alarms?** Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years. If yours are older than that, cleaning won't help - they need replacing. I can advise when I see them. **Multiple alarms?** Bundle them all together - I'm already there with the ladder and kit, so additional alarms are quick. **Landlords:** If you've got rental properties, regular alarm servicing is part of your legal duty. I can do scheduled maintenance visits if that's useful. **Interconnected alarms?** If your alarms are all linked (one goes off, they all go off), I'll make sure the connections still work properly when I clean them.
Frequently Asked Questions about Smoke alarm clean in Honiton
Why does my smoke alarm keep going off for no reason?
Usually dust or insects inside. The sensor's really sensitive and even a bit of dust can trigger it. Cleaning sorts it out 9 times out of 10. If it's still playing up after cleaning, it might need replacing.
Can't I just vacuum it myself?
You can try, but the sensor's inside and needs proper cleaning with compressed air. Also good to check the mounting while it's down, make sure it's seated properly. Worth doing it right if it's waking you up at 3am.
How often should smoke alarms be cleaned?
Every 6-12 months ideally, especially in kitchens or dusty rooms. If you're getting false alarms, it's overdue. I can set up a reminder for you if you want regular maintenance.
Will you test it works after cleaning?
Absolutely - I test it properly before putting it back up. No point cleaning it if we don't know it still works. I'll also check the battery while I'm at it.
Can you do multiple alarms in one visit?
Yes - makes sense to do them all at once. First alarm's £60 minimum, additional ones are quicker so work out cheaper per alarm.
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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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