1.How often do you test your smoke alarms?

Once a month

Every few months

Once a year

Never

2.Do you know when your smoke alarms were last inspected or replaced?

Yes, within the last year

Yes, 1 -5 years ago

No, I’m not sure

3.What challenges (if any) do you face with maintaining your smoke alarms? ( Select all that apply

I don’t know how to test or replace them

I don’t have the proper tools or ladder

I forget to check them

They are hard to reach

Other (please specify)

4.How concerned are you about fire safety in your home?

Extremely concerned

Somewhat concerned

Neutral

Not at all concerned

5.What would make you more likely to use a smoke alarm maintenance service? (Select all that apply)

Convenience of not doing it myself

Trust in a firefighter-run business

Ensuring proper installation and maintenance

Affordable pricing

Other (please specify)

6.Have you experienced any fire safety issues in your home (e.g., smoke alarms not working, beeping, close calls, etc.)?

Yes

No

7.Would you consider hiring a professional to install or maintain your smoke alarms?

Yes, definitely

Maybe, if the price was right

No, I prefer to do it myself

8.What is the main reason you would NOT use a smoke alarm service?

Cost concerns

I don’t think I need it

I handle it myself

Other (please specify)

9.What price range would you consider reasonable for smoke alarm maintenance or installation services?

Less than $50

51-100

$101-$200

$201 or more

10.If you were to hire a smoke alarm service, how often would you want it performed?

Semiannually

Annually

Every two years

Only when needed

Other (please specify)

11.What is the most you would be willing to pay for a
comprehensive home safety check? This service includes:
• An emergency evacuation plan tailored to your home.
• Guidance on locating and shutting off utilities in an emergency.
• Smoke alarm inspection and testing, along with instructions for ongoing maintenance.

100 - 200

200 - 300

300 - 400

Other (please specify)