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How a Crumpet Led to Chaos (and Why a Check Might Help)
Eunice is proud of her kitchen.
She’s lived in the same house in Newton Abbot since the 1980s, makes a cracking cup of tea, and hasn’t burned a meal in over 30 years.
But for reasons no one can explain, her smoke alarm has declared war on toast.
"Every time I put the crumpets in, the alarm goes off like I’m barbecuing the dog."
She’s tried all the tricks:
- Waving the tea towel
- Opening the back door
- Shouting “It’s fine!” at the ceiling like it can hear her
Even the dog hides behind the sofa when the toaster pops up.
So What’s Going On?
What Eunice is dealing with isn’t just a nuisance — it’s a common issue we see in homes across Newton Abbot, Teignmouth, Bovey Tracey, and beyond.
Old or poorly placed smoke detectors can become overly sensitive, especially if:
- They're positioned too close to cooking areas
- They haven’t been replaced in the last 10 years
- They're clogged with dust or grime
- The battery is on its last legs
In Eunice’s case, the smoke alarm was well past retirement age — and instead of protecting her home, it had become the loudest member of the household.
Why Smoke Alarms Matter
While Eunice’s story might be funny (and relatable!), working smoke detectors are a lifesaving feature in any home.
But just like any other safety system, they need proper care — and eventual replacement.
At A.M Electrics Devon Ltd, we help families like Eunice’s stay protected by:
✅ Testing and replacing outdated or faulty smoke alarms
✅ Installing new units to the correct regulations and standards
✅ Advising on optimal placement so they don’t go off every time you use the grill
✅ Making sure all alarms are interlinked (where required) and fully functioning
Time for a Check?
If your smoke alarm is:
- Beeping randomly
- Too sensitive
- Over 10 years old
- Or mysteriously silenced with blue tack...
Then it might be time to let us take a look.
A.M Electrics Devon Ltd — proudly serving Newton Abbot, Bovey Tracey, Teignmouth, Torquay, Kingsteignton, Paignton and surrounding areas