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Smoke Alarm Program

Sioux Falls Fire Rescue, in partnership with the American Red Cross and Helpline Center · City program

Free smoke alarms and installation

Sioux Falls residents inside city limits can get free smoke alarms and installation from Sioux Falls Fire Rescue. The program prioritizes people who may not be able to afford or install alarms on their own.

Last verified: August 13, 2026
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Program details

How it works

Sioux Falls Fire Rescue, in partnership with the American Red Cross, provides smoke alarms and installation free of charge to residents in Sioux Falls. The Helpline Center helps streamline requests so residents can start the process through 211. After the 211 intake, an inspector at Sioux Falls Fire Rescue reaches out to coordinate installation.

What the money covers

The program covers smoke alarms and installation at no cost to the resident. The page does not state a dollar amount, a cap on the number of alarms, or whether any additional equipment or maintenance items are included.

Who it serves

The program is for anyone in Sioux Falls in need of smoke alarms. The page says there is no requirement to live in a particular neighborhood, but residents must live within Sioux Falls city limits.

How to apply

Call 211 to request smoke alarms. During the call, 211 asks whether you own or rent the home, whether an alarm is chirping, whether you are within city limits, your name, and your availability so the city can contact you. After the call, Sioux Falls Fire Rescue follows up to arrange installation.

Timing and deadlines

The page does not list an application deadline or seasonal window. It appears to operate continuously and on request.

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