Building notice
Annual fire alarm testing
Annual fire alarm inspections are scheduled throughout REN from November 10 through November 13. Testing will include smoke alarm devices in residents' living rooms and bedrooms.
Testing schedule
In-home inspections are scheduled by floor. All testing takes place between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
You do not need to be home or prepare your apartment for the visit. Securing pets helps prevent an accidental escape when the team enters.
What to expect
- In-home visitsMost visits take approximately 2–3 minutes. Inspectors will test the smoke alarm devices in your living room and bedroom.
- Audible alarmsAlarms are expected to sound for approximately 10–15 minutes per floor. Nearby floors may hear them. Common-area alarms will be tested November 13.
- Elevator serviceElevators will remain operational, though brief delays may occur.
Frequently asked questions
Select a question to see the answer.
No. The inspection team can enter during the notified testing hours. If you are home, answering the door when inspectors arrive helps them move through the floor more efficiently.
No cleaning or other special preparation is required. Please make sure all pets are safely secured before inspectors arrive.
Each apartment visit is expected to take about 2–3 minutes. Our goal is to complete each visit as efficiently as possible.
Alarm sounds are a normal part of this scheduled inspection. Testing on each floor is expected to last about 10–15 minutes, and sound may carry to nearby floors. If you observe smoke, fire, or another actual emergency, follow emergency procedures.
Yes. The elevators will remain in service, but there may be short delays while testing takes place.
If you are home, please answer the door when the inspection team reaches your apartment. Do not leave your door propped open or unsecured while unattended.
The provided in-home schedule covers floors 3–40. For another floor, or if you are unsure about your home's testing day, please contact the REN Leasing Office.
Questions?
Please contact the REN Leasing Office.