Residents can improve the safety of their home by requesting a home safety inspection by a member of the Morrisville Fire/Rescue Department. This is a courtesy service, entirely non-punitive with no violations issued or reported. If you are uncomfortable allowing our firefighters into your home, you can check your house or apartment yourself to see which of the fire hazards on our checklist you find. Then take action to correct them.

• Request a home safety inspection
• View the home safety inspection checklist

Inspection Hints and Fixes

• Remove piles of stored newspapers or other rubbish. Newspapers stored in a damp, warm place may ignite spontaneously
• Check for overloaded outlets or old or frayed extension cords
• Replace fuses of the wrong size
• Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children
• Move flammable liquids (cleaning fluids, contact adhesives, etc.) or aerosols stored near the range or other heat source. Remember, even a pilot light can set vapors on fire. Dispose of outdated or empty cans properly
• Remove all materials on or near your stove that could catch on fire, including paper, dishcloths, etc
• Put a box of baking soda and a large pot lid next to your stove. Get a kitchen fire extinguisher and learn how to use it
• Remove electrical cords from under rugs, those nailed to walls, and behind radiators. Replace old, damaged cords
• Move flammable liquids stored near stoves or other heat sources to a safe, distant location
• Install smoke detectors on each level and in sleeping areas, not in kitchens and bathrooms. Function test according to manufacturers’ recommendations and replace batteries every six months. Vacuum or blow out (with compressed air) your smoke alarm when changing your batteries. A dusty smoke alarm is the number one cause of false activations
• Install a carbon monoxide (CO) detector on each level. Maintain according to manufacturers’ directions
• A CO detector will not indicate raw gas in the home. We recommend installing a natural gas and/or propane detector on each level (if your home uses these fuel sources). Maintain according to manufacturers’ directions