What to do in the event of a fire

Even a small fire in your home can lead to substantial damage that could be expensive to repair and leave you unable to stay in your property for a number of weeks.

Smoke alarms

A smoke alarm is the easiest and quickest way to alert everyone a home to the danger of fire. They are cheap, easy to get hold of and simple to fit.

London Fire Brigade advises that you place at least one device fitted on the ceiling of every floor in your home.

As well as fitting smoke alarms in your home, they should also be tested regularly. Try to press the test button once a week.

If you live in a private rented property, your landlord is legally required to provide you with smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

Visit London Fire Brigade's website for more information on smoke alarms.

Home fire safety visit

London Fire Brigade offers a free home fire safety visit. They will visit you in your home and provide you with specific fire safety advice, based on your household and lifestyle.

They may also fit free smoke alarms in your property during the assessment.

Further information

HM Government and London Fire Brigade provide detailed fire safety advice in the following booklets:

Up to Types of emergencies

Updated: 13/04/2023