Join the Alarm Assistance Program to receive a free, annual home safety visit with firefighters from your neighbourhood fire station.
Who is this program for?
This program is offered to Burlington homeowners over the age of 65 or residents with a disability that prevents them from maintaining their home's smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. This program is for people with no support network or agencies available to assist.
Contact us directly for more information and to see if you're eligible:
905-637-8207, ext. 6236 or firedepartment@burlington.ca
You may also be referred to the program by your doctor, a family member, friend or emergency responder.
Once you have contacted us to book your appointment, our on-duty firefighters will arrive (in a fire truck) on the day of your scheduled visit and will:
*Most alarms (battery or hard-wired) expire after 10 years and must be replaced according to manufacturer's instructions.
Important: If you have hard-wired alarms in your home, the units must be installed and/or serviced by a licensed technician/electrician.
Call the Alarm Assistance Program Line at: 905-637-8207, ext. 6236