Fasten the new smoke detector mounting plate to the remodeling box with a screwdriver. Strip 3/4-inch of insulation from the ends of the wires. Use wire nuts to connect the stripped NM cable wires ...

Stay safe by learning how to properly wire a smoke and carbon monoxide detector. This step-by-step guide walks you through the installation process to ensure your home is protected and up to code.

A faulty wire, a discarded burning cigarette ... So when [Martin] purchased a battery-powered smoke detector and rigged it up to notify him exactly when the piezo siren is activated, the evolution ...