Sectors we cover
Fire Safety for Residential and Domestic Properties
Practical fire safety support for homeowners and residents who want to protect their home, their family and the people who visit.
From smoke detection and fire alarms to electrical checks and fire doors, we help you understand the next step for your property with clear, straightforward advice.
Practical sector support
Practical support for the place you call home
Protect your home and the people in it
Make fire safety part of everyday life at home
A home is a place to feel safe. Cooking, electrical appliances, charging devices and changes to the way rooms are used can all raise questions about fire safety. You may be replacing an ageing alarm, moving into a property or planning work and want to know where to start.
Fire Guard Services helps you identify the right service for the concern you have. Tell us about your home, existing equipment and any recent changes so we can discuss suitable detection, inspections or remedial work. We explain findings in plain English and help you prioritise practical next steps.
Built around your home
- Owner-occupied houses and bungalows
- Flats and maisonettes
- Alarm replacement and detection concerns
- Home improvements and changes in use
- Clear advice for homeowners and residents
Relevant services
Fire safety services for your home
Choose the service you need, or speak to us about your property. Recommendations depend on the building and your circumstances.
Understand your property
Match the support to the home
The right starting point depends on the type of home, the equipment already installed and the concern you want to resolve. Let us know whether you own or rent, whether the property has shared areas and whether another person or organisation manages the building.
If you live in a flat, speak to your building manager about communal systems and building arrangements before making changes that could affect shared areas. If you rent, raise faults with your landlord or letting agent and keep a record of what you have reported.
Renting your home? Read the Government guidance on landlord safety responsibilities.
Start with the questions that matter
- Is existing detection working and suitable for the property?
- Does any electrical equipment or wiring need professional attention?
- Are there faults or changes you need to discuss?
- Who manages any shared systems or communal areas?
- What work has already been completed?
- Which actions should you prioritise next?
Support that feels straightforward
A clear route from concern to action
- Tell us what has changed: explain the problem, recent building work or equipment you are unsure about.
- Share useful details: photographs, previous reports and alarm information can help us understand your enquiry.
- Choose relevant support: discuss the inspection, installation or maintenance service that fits your home.
- Plan access: let us know about access arrangements and any household needs when organising a visit.
- Keep useful records: retain reports and equipment information for future maintenance or a change of ownership.
- Frontline experience: work with a business founded and operated by former members of the Fire Services.
Premises we can support
Houses, bungalows, flats and maisonettes. If you let property to tenants, visit our HMOs/Landlords sector. For the management of shared buildings and portfolios, see Property Management.
Explore our service areas or contact us to discuss your property and the support you need.
FAQs
Residential fire safety FAQs
Clear answers to common questions about fire risk assessments and what to expect from Fire Guard Services.
Can you help with an existing smoke alarm?
Tell us the type of alarm, its approximate age and the problem you are experiencing. We can discuss whether you need inspection, maintenance or replacement through our smoke detection service.
What information should I have ready?
Your property type, postcode, details of existing equipment and a description of the concern are useful. If you have previous reports or photographs, mention these when you contact us.
I live in a flat. Who should arrange work in shared areas?
Start by speaking with the person or organisation managing the building. They can explain the existing arrangements and coordinate enquiries about communal systems. Tell us which part of the property your enquiry concerns.
How can we help?
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Do We Cover Your Postcode?
Enter your UK postcode to check local coverage. We also support larger organisations with multiple locations across the UK, so contact us if you would like to discuss a wider requirement.