Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector testing
Regular alarm testing is your responsibility
You should test the smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms in your property weekly, but at least once a month, as it is your responsibility to do this as a tenant.
Testing the alarms in your home
You should have a working smoke alarm on every level of your home, and a carbon monoxide alarm in every room where a fixed fuelled appliance is present (gas or solid fuel boiler, gas or solid fuel fire etc).
You shouldn't ignore a beeping alarm - this can be a sign that the smoke alarm is not working properly.
You will need to contact us:
- telephone: 01623 457999
Adequate ventilation is essential for gas appliances to burn properly, ensure that the provided ventilation is clear and that any chimneys or flues within your home are clear or unblocked.
Alarm faults
If a fault occurs on any of the installed alarms you must contact us immediately for rectification:
- telephone: 01623 457999
Alarm installation
If a Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm is not currently installed please contact us to arrange the installation:
- telephone: 01623 457999
Contact details
- Housing
- Online contact form
- 01623 450000 and ask for 'Tenancy' or the officer you wish to speak to
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(only for non-urgent repairs)
Ashfield District Council
Council Offices
Urban Road
Kirkby in Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 8DA
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Page last updated 11 September 2025