Smoke Detector Services
Hardwired smoke detectors connect to your electrical system with battery backup. When one senses smoke, all interconnected units sound simultaneously.
What This Service Includes
Three of five home fire deaths occur without working smoke detectors. Battery-only units depend on batteries people forget to replace.
D & D Electric installs hardwired, interconnected systems—continuous power, battery backup, whole-home alert when any detector triggers.
Signs You Need This Service
| Sign | What It Indicates | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| Detector over 10 years old | Sensor degradation, unreliable detection | Moderate - replace soon |
| Yellow/discolored housing | Age, UV degradation | Moderate - replace soon |
| Frequent false alarms | Sensor contamination or failure | Moderate - dangerous to ignore |
| No detector response to test button | Failed detector | High - replace immediately |
| Battery-only throughout home | Limited protection | Low to Moderate - upgrade recommended |
| Detectors not interconnected | Delayed warning in distant rooms | Moderate - upgrade recommended |
| No CO detection | Carbon monoxide hazard unaddressed | High - install immediately |
| Missing coverage in bedrooms | Code non-compliance, safety gap | High - install immediately |
Our Process
- 1
Assessment
Evaluate existing detectors—locations, ages, interconnection. Identify coverage gaps.
- 2
Recommendation
Plan replacement and additions with transparent pricing. Wiring routes for new installs.
- 3
Installation
Mount bases, run interconnection wiring, proper electrical connections, correct heights.
- 4
Testing
Verify each detector sounds, interconnection works, battery backup functions.
Benefits of Professional Service
Comprehensive Protection
Detectors in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, on each level—interconnected for whole-home alert.
Code Compliance
Pennsylvania requires detectors in bedrooms, each level, basements. Hardwired for new construction.
Reliable Long-Term Function
No dead batteries. Constant power with backup. Kidde and First Alert units.
Combination Smoke/CO Protection
Single units detecting both hazards—required for fuel-burning appliances or attached garages.
Why Choose D & D Electric
| What We Provide | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Licensed Master Electrician | Proper electrical connections, code compliance |
| Complete Coverage Assessment | No gaps in protection |
| Interconnected Installation | All detectors sound when any senses smoke |
| Quality Equipment | Kidde, First Alert—reliable brands |
| Proper Placement | Correct heights, locations for sensitivity |
| Complete Testing | Every detector verified before we leave |
Frequently Asked Questions
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