When it comes to smoke alarms, Scottish legislation has changed. Introduced in February 2019, the change applies to all households in Scotland and must be met by February 2022. As this time draws near and comes into action next month, HWUK Services have outlined exactly what you need to do to ensure that your home meets these new regulations.
New legislation: What's changed?
The Scottish Government have introduced new standards for fire and smoke alarms in all homes to come into action from February 2021. From this date, every home in Scotland must have:
A smoke alarm in the living room and in circulation spaces such as hallways and landings
A heat alarm in every kitchen
All alarms ceiling mounted and interlinked
A carbon monoxide alarm where there are fuel-burning appliances (such as boilers, fires, heaters, wood burners and stoves), or where there is a flue.
Book your smoke alarm installation with us today
If you are a homeowner or landlord that has not yet booked your smoke alarm installation yet, you ought to think about doing so soon. If you are based in Glasgow, or near any of the surrounding areas including Baillieston, Barlanark, Riddrie, Carntyne, Gartcosh, Chryston, Moodiesburn or Stepps, then get in touch with our specialists today by calling 07518 884171.
Our experienced installers will be able to ensure that your property meets the new standards and requirements that the Scottish government has put into place, so as to avoid any potential fines or punishments incurring.
What happens if I am unable to get a smoke alarm installed by February 2021?
Due to the impact of COVID-19, the Scottish government have since delayed the deadline of the essential need of installing a smoke alarm system in your home. Given the difficulty that homeowners face seeking to make the necessary changes to their homes' safety in this climate, Kevin Stewart, Minister for Local Government and housing said:
“Given the impact of COVID-19, and the difficulties this is likely to create for people seeking to install new smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, we have listened to concerns and decided to ask the Scottish Parliament to delay implementation.
“If this delay is approved, we will continue to work with partners to spread awareness of the changes before the new deadline. Our focus will be on supporting householders to ensure satisfactory fire alarms are installed so we can improve the safety of their homes.”
To read the full article on this delay, click here.
Plan ahead and book a smoke alarm installation today
Although the deadline for smoke alarm installations has been pushed back a year until February 2022, our specialist installers are still on hand to help all those based in Glasgow to get ahead of the curve and install yours ASAP.
Please give our electrical installers a call on 07518 884171 and we will organise a time to visit your property and complete any installations in a safe, COVID-19 friendly manner, abiding by all social distancing and sanitary recommendations and guidance. If you are based in Glasgow, or near any of the surrounding areas including Baillieston, Barlanark, Riddrie, Carntyne, Gartcosh, Chryston, Moodiesburn or Stepps, then HWUK Services would be more than happy to help you.
