Smoke Detector Inspections

Residential Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector Inspections @ Sale & Transfer of Residential Properties

As mandated by State Law Chapter 148 Section 26F and 26F 1/2, the Waltham Fire Prevention Bureau manages a program to inspect the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors of residential properties upon sale and transfer of a residence before each real estate sale is completed.  Fire Prevention handles the scheduling of all inspections and performs the actual evaluation of all residential properties.
 
The inspection certificates necessary for closing of residential property sales are completed in a timely fashion, following the actual inspection. Certificates must be picked up at the Fire Prevention Office during normal business hours (8:00 am - 4:00 pm; Monday-Friday; Closed on Holidays and Weekends). Please schedule your appointment as soon as possible to avoid delays that could impact your ability to close in a timely fashion.

The smoke detector inspection certificate fee is:

• 1 - 5 Units $25 Per Residential Unit
• 6 - 12 Units $150
• 13 - 24 Units $300
• 25+ Units $500

The certificate is valid for 60 days. Again, please remember that inspections are scheduled and conducted daily between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:00 pm, please plan accordingly. Make checks payable to the City of Waltham.

You may also download a brochure for detailed information on placement of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in Single and Two-Family homes.