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The heartbreak on Hallock Street, Bridgeport, reminds us that the smoke not the fire is more lethal.
We are proud to highlight that the Bridgeport Fire Department (BFD) is a national leader in proactive safety. Their Smoke Alarms Save Lives program is a model for cities across the country, providing free units and professional installation for eligible 1, 2, and 3-family homes.
The BFD Standard:
Call: 203-335-8835
Email: [email protected]
Note: Subject to supply and availability.
The October 1st Deadline
Connecticut law is officially catching up to the BFD’s high standards. Starting October 1, 2025, state law (Public Act 25-123) prohibits the sale of smoke detectors unless they feature non-removable, 10-year sealed batteries.
Why this matters: > 1. Zero Maintenance: No more "forgetting" batteries or chirping at 2 AM. 2. Tamper Proof: You can't "borrow" the battery for a remote control. 3. Life-Saving Reliability: You install it once, and you are protected for a full decade.
Pro-Recommended 10-Year Tech
If you don't qualify for the free BFD units or simply want to upgrade your home to the new legal standard today, we have vetted the top-rated 10-year sealed units used by the pros.
Here's a 3-pack combo smoke/carbon monoxide (CO) detector on Amazon. Living in a multifamily or commercial building? To be fully up to code and safe, this six-pack handles both smoke and CO.
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