Fire Alarms & Smoke Detectors

Here at Oakpark Group, we have three decades worth of experience in designing, supplying and installing fire detection systems to both domestic and commercial clients. During this time we have established a strong reputation as fire safety experts and have continued to provide industry-leading fire protection solutions across the UK that meet the British standard.

Our expert fire safety team fully understand the importance and peace of mind that comes from safeguarding your home or business against the threat of fire. They are able to provide a bespoke and fully tailored service to ensure that your fire alarm system is the most efficient and responsive available, whilst also taking into account the specific requirements of your premise.

Domestic Smoke Alarms

Our domestic fire detection service includes the design, supply and installation of a bespoke, tailored fire alarm system across the UK. In addition, we also provide full maintenance of our smoke alarms after installation. A fire detection system offers the best protection for your home and family and is paramount to having an early warning in the event of a fire. 

According to Direct Gov statistics, between 2017 and 1018 the fire and rescue services attended 167,150 reports of fires across the UK. 

Our dedicated team of fire safety experts will diligently install and fit smoke alarms in your home to the highest standards to ensure the best fire detection and protection possible. We only employ fully qualified electricians and engineers who have comprehensive experience and technical knowledge. You can expect minimal disruption to your home throughout the installation process and will be benefiting from an industry-leading fire detection system in no time.

Commercial Smoke Alarms

Here at Oakpark, we have supplied and installed fire alarms and smoke detectors to commercial premises of all descriptions. Ranging from single to multi-floor offices to school and college campuses, we have provided tailored solutions to a variety of environments. We can provide you with a system that perfectly meets your needs, providing you with the utmost peace of mind.

We emphasise ease-of-operation and partner this ethos with a practical solution. You can choose the fire alarm system that is most suited to your requirements from our comprehensive product portfolio. Our expert team will then ensure that once installed, the system is fully compliant with all building regulations and insurance specifications.

We offer a range of smoke detection sensors, ensuring that alarms can be easily raised in the event of a fire. From heat sensors to smoke detectors – even temperature sensors for computer server environments, you will be able to benefit from a bespoke commercial fire protection system that is designed specifically to your requirements and specifications.

Alarm Monitoring

With a dedicated network of alarm receiving centres (ARCs), our fire detection systems ensure a rapid response to any alarm activation. Once an alarm is sounded, a digital signal is received automatically in an ARC and emergency fire and rescue services are immediately dispatched.

Our fire alarms come equipped with a range of domestic and commercial monitoring options. This is integral to ensuring a swift response in the event of a fire. Apart from the obvious threat fire poses to our domestic safety, government statistics state that 70% of businesses that suffer a major fire either never re-open or fail within 3 years.

The Different Types Of Smoke Alarms We Provide

Here at Oakpark, we provide a range of smoke alarms to meet your fire safety requirements. Our fire safety experts will provide a personal bespoke service and will design, supply and install a fire protection solution to meet your needs. Call our team to discuss which type of smoke alarm will provide the greatest protection for your home or business. 

Our range of smoke alarms includes those that are powered from the mains power supply as well as a battery backup or others that are powered by a lithium battery. In the event of low battery, our smoke detectors will emit a tone to warn you to replace the battery.

Optical Smoke Alarms

Optical smoke alarms work by detecting smoke altering the absorption of light within its smoke detection chamber. As such, optical alarms are more sensitive to slow-burning, smouldering fires such as fires involving furniture and bedding. This means optical smoke alarms are best suited to areas of habitation, such as bedrooms and living rooms. However, they are susceptible to false alarms caused by tobacco smoke. Additionally, optical alarms are less sensitive to the fumes that occur during cooking and are recommended for use in rooms that open to the kitchen, to reduce the number of false alarms from cooking. 

Ionisation Smoke Alarms

Ionisation alarms contain a small amount of radioactive isotope which ionises the air within the smoke detector. This means if smoke enters the detecting chamber of the ionisation alarm, the ionised air molecules will react with the smoke, causing a change in electrical behaviour which then triggers the fire alarm.

Ionisation smoke alarms are more sensitive to smoke that contains smaller particles that often results in a rapidly burning fire. Ionisation alarms are less sensitive to steam, however, and are well placed in hallways or stairwells that are close to bathrooms to kitchens as they would limit the number of false alarms. 

Heat Alarms

Heat alarms operate by having fixed-temperature elements and react and respond to the temperature of the air around the heat alarm. Heat detectors are used in areas where the ambient temperature is likely to fluctuate rapidly, such as a kitchen, and are less likely to produce false alarms.  Heat alarms are a legal requirement in commercial kitchens. 

Carbon Monoxide Alarms

We can supply and install a range of Carbon Monoxide detectors & CO alarms in your home or businesses. Carbon Monoxide is a deadly gas which is notoriously difficult to detect as it is colourless, odourless & tasteless. The best protection against Carbon Monoxide in your home is to install a Carbon Monoxide Alarm. We can provide stand-alone CO alarms as well as Carbon Monoxide detectors that combine both smoke detection and CO alarm protection in one ceiling-mounted unit. 

Multi-sensor Smoke Alarms

Multi-sensor alarms are capable of more than one kind of smoke detection, such as optical and heat detectors, and can also include other detection abilities, such as carbon monoxide detection. A Multi-sensor alarm provides excellent early warning in the event of a fire and can also reduce the number of unwanted false alarms.

Service and Maintenance

Our fire protection systems are sold with a fully comprehensive, 12-month parts and service warranty. Once this initial 12-month period has elapsed, we offer a rolling annual service. In addition, our expert engineers are on-call 24-hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to any issues you might have. We take your fire safety very seriously.

As a testament to our customer-centric ethos, we are also happy to service and maintain any fire detection systems that we haven’t installed ourselves. We offer a competitive service and maintenance rate and you can be assured that all work is completed by engineers with thorough knowledge and comprehensive experience of all systems.

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For further information on our range of fire alarms and smoke detectors, or for a free, no-obligation quote, call us today on 01296 713010. Alternatively, you can email us at [email protected] or complete our contact form here to receive a prompt response.