Does the Fire Department offer free smoke and/or carbon monoxide detectors?

The West Allis Fire Department has a smoke and carbon monoxide detector program that was developed to address the needs of the elderly and low-income residents who own their home within our community. State statute requires that there be one (1) smoke alarm on each level of your home (a 2-story with a basement would require three (3) smoke alarms. A smoke alarm must be located within fifteen (15) feet of a bedroom (a house with bedrooms on one side and the master bedroom on the other would require at least two (2) smoke alarms on that level). Additionally, homeowners with gas appliances must have one (1) carbon monoxide detector per level. These detectors can be purchased at most hardware or department stores. Look for the UL label on the package. This mark indicates that it has been tested and approved by Underwriters Laboratory. Please contact the Fire Department if you own your home and need assistance obtaining a smoke or carbon monoxide detector.

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1. What requirements are necessary to apply for the position of Firefighter?
2. Is outdoor burning allowed in the City of West Allis?
3. Are fireworks allowed in the City of West Allis?
4. Are tours of the fire stations allowed?
5. Does the Fire Department offer CPR education?
6. Does the Fire Department install child safety seats?
7. How can I get a copy of a fire, property or ambulance report?
8. How do I apply for a permit for plan reviews, tents, fire protection systems, etc?
9. As a business owner, who can I contact after hours for non-emergent issues?
10. Does the Fire Department offer free smoke and/or carbon monoxide detectors?
11. Are landlords required to provide smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers?
12. How should I recycle/dispose of old smoke alarms?
13. How can I dispose of old fire extinguishers?
14. Someone is at my door claiming to be a member of the WAFD. What should I do?
15. Does the fire department perform fireplace or chimney inspections?
16. Does the Fire Department conduct radon testing?