Free Smoke Alarm Program

Get a Free Smoke ALARM

The Free Smoke Alarm Program is supported by local civic groups and fire associations within the County and has been in place for more than 20 years. In an effort to make sure that our citizens are protected in the event of a fire, we will provide you with a free smoke detector if you are a resident of Rockingham County.

If you are in need of an alarm, complete the online Application for Free Smoke Alarm . Once we receive your application, you will receive a phone call from your local fire department.They will come to your home to install the detector at a time that is convenient to you.

Online Application for Free Smoke Alarm (Spanish)
Smoke Alarm Application - Mail in form  (English)
Smoke Alarm Application - Mail in form (Spanish)

Questions & Additional Information

If you have any further questions, you can contact the Rockingham County Fire and Rescue office at (540) 564-3175 or by email.

You can also watch the instructional video below for tips on how to install and maintain smoke detectors in your home, as well as how to create an emergency plan in case of a fire.

Safety Facts:

1. Three out of five fire deaths occur in homes with no working smoke alarms.
2. Most fatal home fires occur at night while the victims are sleeping.
3. Smoke and hot invisible gases usually reach the victim long before the fire.
4. Fires double in size every 30 seconds – advance warning from a smoke alarm can save lives, property and personal belongings.

Installation and maintenance:

1. Smoke alarms at a minimum should be located on every level of your home and in the area of bedrooms or other sleeping areas.
2. Smoke alarms should not be placed in kitchens or bathrooms.
3. Smoke alarms should be replaced every ten years.
4. Smoke alarms should be tested monthly to ensure that they are operating.
5. Smoke alarm batteries should be replaced every time you adjust your clocks (every six months).
6. Smoke alarms should be dusted regularly – occasionally vacuum the outside.

Ten important Fire Safety Tips:

1. Working smoke alarms save lives
2. Have a home fire escape plan
3. Always have two ways out of every room
4. Practice escaping even in the dark
5. Crawl low under smoke
6. Infants and elders may need additional assistance
7. Never use an elevator in the event of an emergency
8. Get out fast!
9. Know where to go – have a safe family meeting place
10. Never ever go back inside once you have escaped your home

Hechos de seguridad:

1. Tres de cada cinco muertes por incendios suceden en hogares sin detectors de humo que funcionen.
2. La mayoría de los incendios domesticos fatales ocurren por la noche mientras las víctimas duermen.
3. El humo y los gases invisibles calientes generalmente llegan a las víctimas mucho antes del incendio.
4. Los incendios se duplican aproximadamente cada 30 segundos: la advertencia anticipada de un detector de humo puede salvar vidas, bienes y objetos personales.

Instalación y mantenimiento:

1. Las alarmas de humo, como mínimo, deben ubicarse en cada nivel de su hogar y en el área de dormitorios y otras áreas de descano.
2. Las alarmas de humo no deben colocarse en cocinas o baños.
3. Las alarmas de humo deben reemplazarse cada diez años.
4. Las alarmas de humo deben probarse mensualmente para asegurarse de que están funcionando.
5. Reemplace las baterias cada vez que ajuste los relojes (cada seis meses).
6. Manténgalo limpio (a veces aspire el exterior)

Diez consejos importantes de seguridad contra incendios:

1. Las alarmas de humo de trabajo salvan vidas
2. Tener un plan de escape de incendios en casa
3. Siempre tener dos maneras de salir de cada habitación
4. Practica escapar incluso en la oscuridad
5. Gatea bajo el humo
6. Los bebés y los ancianos pueden necesitar asistencia adicional
7. Nunca utilice un ascensor en caso de emergencia
8. ¡Sal rápido!
9. Saber a dónde ir – tener un lugar seguro para reuniones familiares
10. Nunca vuelvas a entrar una vez que hayas escapado de tu casa