Don't ignore that smoke detector on the wall. Here are the best places to install one for improved fire safety.

The author has long advised readers to return old smoke alarms to manufacturers. Then he tried doing it himself.

"For the best protection, use combination smoke alarms that are interconnected throughout the home. These can be installed by ...

My smoke detector makes a chirping noise. What's causing it? Most smoke detectors will produce a low chirping noise, signaling their batteries are getting low or that the unit itself needs replacing.

Similarly, when smoke alarms with non-replaceable batteries chirp incessantly, flipping the disabling switch and mailing the devices back to the manufacturer is the proper way to handle this waste.

In 2018, Five young children died after a fire broke out overnight in their apartment in Greensboro. Investigators say the smoke alarm was not working. Since then, ...

Routh reminds us, “Smoke detectors are there for early detection. If it starts chirping, call 911 get the fire trucks there.” State law recognizes the importance of smoke alarms. NC General ...

Just one month after Kidde was officially acquired from Carrier by private equity firm Lone Star Funds and spun off into a ...