Request Installation of Smoke Detectors

Smoke detectors that are properly installed and maintained play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries. Smoke detectors save lives. If there is a fire in the home, smoke spreads fast and the occupants need smoke detectors to give them time to get out. Having a working smoke detector cuts the chances of dying in a reported fire by half. Members of the Syracuse Fire Department will come install smoke detectors in 1 and 2 family dwellings.

Pick your preferred method of submitting the request below for further instructions.

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Step 1.Identify where you need smoke detectors

  • In each sleeping room or sleeping area.
  • Outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.
  • On each additional story of the dwelling, including basements, and habitable attics.
  • Smoke detectors shall be installed not less than 3 feet horizontally from the door or opening of a bathroom that contains a bathtub or shower.
  • Per the manufacturers specifications.

Step 2.Provide your personal information

Step 3.Expect a call

Your request will go to the Fire Prevention Bureau. It will then be passed on to your local Fire Station. Someone from that fire station will call you to set up a date and time for the installation. 

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Step 1.Identify where you need smoke detectors

  • In each sleeping room or sleeping area.
  • Outside each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms.
  • On each additional story of the dwelling, including basements, and habitable attics.
  • Smoke detectors shall be installed not less than 3 feet horizontally from the door or opening of a bathroom that contains a bathtub or shower.
  • Per the manufacturers specifications.

Step 2.Call the Fire Prevention Bureau at 315-448-4777

NYS Law 399-ccc

All smoke detectors sold in New York State after April 1, 2019 must be a 10-year non-removable battery or hardwired. This law does not affect currently installed smoke detectors. There is no need to immediately replace current smoke detectors. If you replace or add a smoke detector after April 1, 2019 it must be a 10-year battery powered or hardwired.