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MI Prevention Smoke Alarms
MI Prevention has been installing smoke alarms and CO Detectors since 2018 across the State of Michigan.
Check out our Data Page to see the statistics of how many alarms are protecting Michiganders!
MI Prevention works with local fire departments to supply smoke alarms for installation, if you need a smoke alarm, we encourage you to contact your local fire department.
Frequently Asked Questions
I called my fire department and they do not have alarms?
Answer:
Please send an email to LARA-miprevention@michigan.gov to inform us of your need and Fire Department. Someone will contact you and find a solution for you.
Are Smoke Alarms/CO Detectors free?
Answer:
Yes, however, the alarms need to be installed in your home and a home survey questionnaire will be done during the installation. Alarms cannot be handed out!
I have hard-wire smoke alarms in my home, do you replace those?
Answer:
No, we do not. MI Prevention only supplies 10-year lithium battery smoke alarms and CO Detectors.
I have a family member who is disabled, do you have alarms specific to mobility issues?
Answer:
YES, please call your local fire department to schedule a specific disability alarm. We have 4 specialized alarms for different disabilities available.
If a fire department cannot help you, please email MIPreventionhelp@gmail.com to get scheduled for a disability alarm.
As a Fire Department, how do we start installing alarms for our community?
Answer:
Please visit the Fire Department page.