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Smoke Alarm Install

The form will be submitted to mtfd.inspector@mcd911.net.
A representative from the Muskegon Township Fire Department will contact you via telephone for appointment verification.

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Smoke Alarm Information

Locations to install alarms
  • One in every bedroom (each sleeping areas).
  • Common areas between bedrooms (hallways, entryways, or nooks).
  • One on every level of home including basement.
  • Not outside bathrooms or kitchen where steam or cooking fumes could trigger alarm activation.
  • Don’t install smoke alarms near windows, doors or ducts where drafts might interfere with their operation.
  • All alarms should be installed high on the wall (4-12 inches from ceiling) or on the ceiling (4 inches from wall).
Common reasons for alarm failure
  • Missing or disconnected battery
  • Dead or discharged battery
  • Lack of cleaning
  • Defective unit
  • Improper placement
  • Hardwire failure or shortage
Instructions on maintaining alarm
  • Clean and test monthly
  • Never paint smoke alarms. Paint, sticker, or other decorations could cause the alarms to malfunction