Professional fire alarm system installation, testing, and maintenance for homes and businesses across Winchester and Hampshire. BS 5839 compliant.
Orsidaen Electrical Services is an NICEIC Approved Contractor providing fire alarm installation & testing in winchester across Winchester and Hampshire. With over 20 years of experience, all our work is fully certified to BS 7671 standards and the latest 18th Edition wiring regulations.
Fire Alarm Installation & Testing in Winchester
Fire alarm systems are a critical safety requirement for commercial premises and increasingly popular in residential properties across Winchester and Hampshire. Whether you need a basic Grade D domestic system or a fully addressable Grade A commercial installation, Orsidaen Electrical Services designs, installs, tests, and maintains fire alarm systems to BS 5839 standards.
All our fire alarm installations are carried out by NICEIC-approved electricians and comply with BS 5839 (the British Standard for fire detection and alarm systems). We work with leading manufacturers including Aico, Kidde, Hochiki, Apollo, and Advanced Electronics.
Domestic Fire Alarm Systems (BS 5839-6)
Since the Building Regulations were updated, all new builds and major renovations in England require interlinked smoke and heat alarms on every floor. For landlords in Winchester, interlinked smoke alarms on every floor are a legal requirement under the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Amendment) Regulations 2022.
Mains-wired interlinked smoke alarms — Grade D1 systems with battery backup for maximum reliability
Heat detectors — For kitchens and garages where smoke alarms would false-alarm
Carbon monoxide detectors — Now required in rooms with combustion appliances
Wireless interlinked systems — For properties where cabling is difficult or impractical
Landlord compliance systems — Meeting the 2022 Smoke and CO Alarm Regulations
Commercial Fire Alarm Systems (BS 5839-1)
Commercial properties have more stringent fire alarm requirements depending on their use, size, and occupancy. We design and install systems from Category L (life protection) through to Category P (property protection), tailored to your specific premises.
Conventional systems — Zone-based detection suitable for smaller premises
Addressable systems — Individual device identification for larger or complex buildings
Manual call points — Break-glass units at exits and circulation areas
Sounder and visual alarm devices — Audible and visual notification throughout the building
Fire alarm panel installation — Programming and commissioning of control panels
Emergency lighting integration — Combined fire alarm and emergency lighting systems
Fire Alarm Testing & Maintenance
Regular testing is essential to ensure your fire alarm system will work when you need it. BS 5839 recommends weekly user tests and six-monthly professional inspections for commercial systems. We offer maintenance contracts that include scheduled inspections, emergency call-outs, and priority response times.
Our testing and maintenance services include six-monthly professional inspections (BS 5839-1), annual servicing and battery replacement, fault diagnosis and repair, system upgrades and extensions, and fire alarm logbook management.
Fire Alarm Installation Costs in Winchester
A domestic interlinked smoke alarm system typically costs £300–600 for a standard 3-bedroom house, including installation. Commercial systems vary widely — a basic conventional system for a small shop might be £800–1,500, while a fully addressable system for a larger premises could be £3,000–10,000+. We provide free surveys and detailed quotes for all fire alarm installations in Winchester and Hampshire.
For a free survey and quote on fire alarm installation, call us on 01962 809912.
Why Choose Orsidaen for Fire Alarm Installation & Testing?
Over 20 years of experience — Trusted expertise across Winchester and Hampshire
Fully certified — All work certified to BS 7671 (18th Edition) standards
Transparent pricing — Free, no-obligation quotes with no hidden charges
Fully insured — Comprehensive public liability insurance for your peace of mind
Areas We Cover for Fire Alarm Installation & Testing
We provide fire alarm installation & testing services across Winchester and the surrounding Hampshire villages including Winchester, New Alresford, Stockbridge, Whitchurch, Overton, Sutton Scotney, Micheldever, Kings Worthy, and more. View all areas.
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