Apartment Fire Safety Checklist
An interactive checklist that scores your apartment's fire readiness and tells you what to fix first.
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Your answers stay in this browser. Based on guidance from the NFPA and the US Fire Administration.
Estimates are for planning only and are not financial, legal or insurance advice. Rules and costs vary by state, city and lease.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I test my smoke alarms?
Fire safety agencies recommend testing smoke alarms monthly and replacing alarms that are 10 years old. Tell your landlord right away if an alarm is missing or does not work.
What should I do after an apartment fire?
Read our first-72-hours checklist for displaced tenants.