What to do if I had a fire in my apartment and the smoke detectors didn’t go off and the fire marshal said they were outdated?
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What to do if I had a fire in my apartment and the smoke detectors didn’t go off and the fire marshal said they were outdated?
Since then, there have been 2 other fires in the apartments and the smoke detectors didn’t go off. What can I do legally?
Asked on October 25, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Alabama
Answers:
FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Given your concern about faulty and outdated smoke detectors in the unit you reside in, you should speak with your landlord about your concerns and request that he and the fire marshall inspect the entire unit for safety and a copy of the inspection be sent to you to allay your fears.
Follow up with a letter memorializing the conversation while you keep a copy of such for future need. Make sure you request the inspection by a set date.
If the due date comes and goes, ask the landlord for a copy of the report. If he or she does not have one, call the fire marshall seeking an inspection of the entire unit while voicing your concerns.
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