Dearborn Fire Department Offers Free Smoke Detectors

DEARBORN, MI — The Dearborn Fire Department wants to ensure that all city residents have a happy holiday season — so much so, that they’re willing to provide a free smoke detector and install at no charge.

All residents have to do is call (313) 943-2134 to schedule an appointment for their smoke detector installation. Appointments are available Monday - Friday.

“We continue installing free smoke detectors because we know they can save lives,” said Dearborn Fire Chief Joseph Murray.

The program is funded by a federal grant. It provides free installation of free smoke detectors to any owner-occupied household, regardless of income.

Having smoke detectors installed around the holidays is a good idea, because many people are baking and cooking more than usual. And while Christmas lights are beautiful, they and other plug-in decorations can lead to a fire if not properly maintained.

Also, city officials say new fire detectors are a good idea when households are welcoming overnight guests for the holidays and want to keep everyone safe. Records have shown drastic reduction in the number of lives lost in house fires due to proper installation of working smoke alarms.

Under the Building Codes Law, rental properties do not qualify for the Dearborn Fire Department Smoke Detector Program because they are required to have working alarms installed already. Residents living in rental properties with no working smoke alarms should call (313) 943-2134 to report this life safety violation.

Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn