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What are the smoke and CO alarm rules for landlords?
In England, landlords must fit a smoke alarm on every storey used as living accommodation, and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room with a fixed combustion appliance such as a gas boiler or wood burner (open gas hobs excepted).
The alarms must be checked and working on the first day of each new tenancy, and repaired or replaced once a tenant reports a fault. Book a verified engineer to test every alarm, replace faulty ones and give you a record of the check.
Your Smoke & CO Alarm Checks with RentalComply
- Every smoke alarm tested
- CO alarms checked by combustion appliances
- Faulty or missing alarms flagged for replacement
- Written record of the check
- Fixed price shown before you book
- Verified, insured engineers - qualifications, ID and DBS checked
We check each engineer's qualifications, insurance, ID and DBS before they can take bookings, and keep track of renewal dates so nothing lapses.
Smoke & CO Alarm Checks: common questions
How much does a smoke and CO alarm check cost?
Each engineer sets a fixed price by property size, so you see the full price before you book. Enter your postcode to compare prices from engineers who cover you.
Do landlords have to fit carbon monoxide alarms?
Yes, in England. Since October 2022 landlords must fit a CO alarm in any room used as living accommodation that has a fixed combustion appliance, such as a gas boiler, gas fire or wood burner. Gas cookers are not included.
How often do the alarms need checking?
The law requires them to be working on the first day of every new tenancy. Many landlords also have them checked every year, and we remind you when a check is due.
What happens if I don't comply?
Your local council can serve a remedial notice and fine you up to £5,000 if you don't comply.
Are the engineers checked?
Yes. Before any engineer can take bookings on RentalComply we check their qualifications, insurance, ID and DBS, and track renewal dates so nothing lapses.