Smoke Alarms

A photo of a firefighter installing a smoke alarm

Free Smoke Alarms for Those in Need

In the event of a fire, having a working smoke alarm could mean the difference between life and death for you and your loved ones! Having properly installed and maintained smoke alarms will provide an early warning signal so you and your family can escape, unharmed.

The Lakeland Fire Department offers free smoke alarms to those who cannot afford them due to financial circumstances. However, to keep the program available for those who are truly in need, we ask that you attest to the following:

I am a resident of the City of Lakeland.
I am the homeowner of the residence in which I reside.
I am not renting nor leasing the residence in which I reside.
I cannot otherwise afford to equip my home with smoke alarms. (Regular smoke alarms retail $10.00-30.00 each)
I am not using this residence for any commercial, business, or otherwise for-profit purposes. (e.g. assisted living facility, daycare, rental, etc.)
I am responsible for requesting a replacement from the manufacturer and/or following the specified guidelines that occur as a consequence of a recall.

If you can attest to all of the statements above, you are eligible for the Lakeland Fire Department's Smoke Alarm Program.

Smoke alarms for the hearing impaired are also available for free through this program.

For more information regarding LFD's Smoke Alarm program, please call (863)834-8201 or visit the Administration Building located at 701 E. Main Street, Lakeland, FL 33801.

* The department does not provide carbon monoxide monitors, alarms, or detectors.

Smoke Alarms at Home

Smoke alarms are an important part of keeping your family safe from fire in the home. It is important to have smoke alarms installed in every residence and to check that they are operational once a month. Learn more about home smoke alarms here.
Smoke Alarms for the Hearing Impaired

Smoke alarms are designed to keep everyone fire safe, this includes the deaf and hard of hearing (HOH). Those who are deaf or hard of hearing may not be able to depend on traditional smoke alarms to alert them. Learn more about smoke alarms for the hearing impaired here.
Alarmas de humo en casa

Las alarmas de humo son una parte importante de mantener a su familia a salvo del fuego en el hogar. Es importante tener instalados detectores de humo en cada residencia. Obtenga más información sobre las alarmas de humo del hogar aquí.