Smoke & Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarms

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Overview

Your home is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms for your safety. These devices must remain operational at all times.

Why It Matters

Working alarms can save lives in the event of a fire or CO leak. Tampering with them puts you and your neighbors at risk and can result in serious penalties.

Action Steps

  1. Test all alarms at least every 6 months.

  2. Replace batteries immediately when the alarm chirps or fails a test.

  3. Never remove, cover, or disable an alarm.

  4. Report any malfunctioning alarm through DoorLoop right away.

Fees & Penalties

  • $250 fee for tampering or disabling an alarm.

  • Tenant is responsible for damages caused by non-functioning alarms due to neglect.

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