Fire and burglar alarm systems in Pakistan at ZZ Marts range from Rs 1,400 for a conventional smoke detector and Rs 3,849 for a smart WiFi smoke detector, to Rs 13,500–19,999 for a Global 2 to 8-zone fire alarm panel and Rs 17,499–22,499 for an 8-zone burglar alarm panel. ZZ Marts stocks 102 alarm products — sensors, sirens, panic buttons and wireless kits — from stores in Karachi and Lahore.
Buying guide
How to build an alarm system
Detection and deterrence are two separate jobs
Sensors tell the system something has happened. The siren is what actually stops it — a break-in usually ends the moment a 100dB+ siren starts. Buying good sensors and a weak siren is the wrong way round.
Match the sensor to the threat
PIR motion sensors cover rooms and open areas. Magnetic door and window contacts tell you the moment an opening is breached, before anyone is inside. Infrared beam sensors guard boundaries. A kitchen or workshop needs a heat detector rather than a smoke one unless you enjoy false alarms.
Wireless or wired?
Wireless kits install in an afternoon with no cable chasing, and move with you if you rent — ideal for homes and small shops. Wired systems are more reliable at scale, which is why factories and multi-zone sites still specify them.
Panic buttons are underrated
For a shop, a cash counter or a reception desk, a discreet panic button is often more useful than another motion sensor. It turns a member of staff into the trigger.
Voltage matters more than the box
Most alarm hardware runs at 12V or 24V DC, with sirens available in both plus 220V AC. Mixing voltages across a system is the most common installation fault we see.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fire alarm system cost in Pakistan?
At ZZ Marts, a smart WiFi smoke detector costs Rs 3,849. A Global conventional fire alarm panel costs Rs 13,500 (2-zone) to Rs 19,999 (8-zone), with conventional smoke and heat detectors at Rs 1,400–1,500 each and sirens from Rs 799. A wireless burglar alarm panel starts at Rs 17,999.
How much does a smoke detector cost in Pakistan?
At ZZ Marts, a Global conventional smoke detector for a wired fire alarm panel costs Rs 1,400. A standalone smart WiFi smoke detector that alerts your phone costs Rs 3,849, and a combined carbon monoxide and smoke alarm costs Rs 5,499.
What is the difference between a smoke detector and a heat detector?
A smoke detector reacts to smoke particles and suits bedrooms, offices and corridors. A heat detector reacts to temperature rise and suits kitchens, workshops and garages, where smoke or steam would cause constant false alarms.
Are wireless burglar alarms as reliable as wired ones?
For homes and small businesses, yes. Wired systems remain better for large or multi-zone sites and need no sensor batteries replaced.
Will my alarm work during load-shedding?
It should. Almost all panels take a backup battery. Test it every few months — a flat backup battery is the most common reason an alarm fails when needed.
Where should I install a PIR motion sensor?
Around 2–2.5 metres high, in a corner, facing across the room rather than at a door or window. Keep it away from sunlight, heaters and air conditioning outlets.
For complete system costs, see our fire alarm system price in Pakistan guide.