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Residential Safety Program

Grand Rapids Fire Department · City program

Free home safety assessment, smoke alarm installation, and CO alarm installation

The City of Grand Rapids Fire Department provides free home safety assessments and installs smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors for eligible homeowners in Grand Rapids. The program is voluntary and focused on preventing fires and reducing their severity.

Last verified: August 13, 2026
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Program details

How it works

The Grand Rapids Fire Department says the Residential Safety Program is a voluntary home safety program. Homeowners in the City of Grand Rapids can call to request a fire safety check, and the city will confirm eligibility and schedule the appointment in one call.

What the service covers

The city provides:

  • A free home safety assessment
  • Fire safety check
  • Free smoke alarm upgrades and installations
  • Free carbon monoxide (CO) alarm installations
  • One-on-one fire safety consultation
  • A connection with city partners to help with fire safety issues

What it is for

The program is intended to prevent fires and reduce the number and severity of fires in homes.

How to apply

Call 311 or 616-456-3000. The city says an agent will help determine whether you are eligible and schedule your fire safety check.

Notes

The page presents this as a free service rather than a cash grant or rebate. No dollar amount, reimbursement amount, or end date is listed on the page.

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