Alarms & Security Systems
Burglar alarms, fire alarms, smoke detectors, CCTV, and entry systems.
Burglar Alarm Not Working
Your burglar alarm will not set, is showing a fault, or is completely unresponsive.
Burglar Alarm Keeps Going Off
Your burglar alarm keeps triggering false alarms when there is no intruder.
Burglar Alarm Beeping
Your burglar alarm keypad or panel is making a constant or intermittent beeping sound.
CCTV Not Working
Your CCTV system has stopped recording, showing live images, or is completely offline.
CCTV No Picture Or Image
Your CCTV camera is showing a black screen, no image, or heavily distorted video.
Fire Alarm Not Working
Your mains-wired fire alarm system is showing a fault or not responding to tests.
Fire Alarm Keeps Going Off
Your mains-wired fire alarm keeps triggering when there is no fire or smoke.
Smoke Detector Not Working
Your smoke detector does not respond when tested and may not alert you to a fire.
Smoke Detector Keeps Beeping
Your smoke detector is making an intermittent chirping or beeping sound, usually every 30-60 seconds.
Smoke Detector Keeps Going Off For No Reason
Your smoke detector keeps sounding a full alarm when there is no smoke or fire.
Electric Gate Not Working
Your electric gate will not open, close, or respond to the remote control or intercom.
Electric Gate Stuck Open Or Closed
Your electric gate is stuck and will not move in either direction.
Door Intercom Or Entry System Not Working
Your door intercom, video entry system, or door buzzer has stopped working.
Related Cost Guides
Smoke Alarm Installation Cost
Smoke alarm installation in the UK typically costs between £60 and £300, depending on the type of alarm, number of units, and whether mains-wired or battery-powered systems are fitted.
Fire Alarm Maintenance Cost
Fire alarm maintenance in the UK typically costs between £150 and £500 per visit, depending on the size and type of system. BS 5839-1 requires fire alarm systems in non-domestic premises to be serviced at least every six months by a competent person.
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