Smoke alarms aren't just noisy gadgets that chirp when your toast burns. They're essential, life-saving devices required by law in most homes around the country. Research shows that properly ...

And can I connect a battery-operated unit in my garage to the wired detectors?

For homes with hard-wired smoke alarm systems, the NOFD advises replacing the 9-volt backup batteries. For those relying on older stand-alone 9-volt alarms, the department is offering a valuable ...

One of the best solutions for fire safety is to have a monitored system. A regular smoke detector is of zero value if you are not home. A monitored smoke detector connected to a security system will ...

The Rochester Fire Department says daylight saving is its usual twice per year reminder to check the batteries in your smoke ...

As our clocks spring forward, the Service de sécurité incendie de Montréal (SIM) is taking the opportunity to remind ...

Battery smoke detectors are incredibly easy to place, but there’s a problem: Local fire codes and state requirements often require hardwired smoke alarms in residential buildings, which can ...

Installation of the six-pack took longer than other smoke detectors I tested because there were more units to install. Their small size only required two anchor holes per unit, as opposed to the ...

Choosing the right smoke detector is probably your most important home tech purchase. That’s because when it comes to a house fire, time is of the essence. That’s where some alarms fall short.

Fire safety for short term rentals is a key point of concern, but the town council is still debating how to regulate them.

Have you ever wondered how topics get chosen for our weekly columns? Well, often topics find their way to the front from a listener's phone calls, emails or texts. This week's topic is one of ...