The Right Time To Change Your Smoke Alarm Batteries—And Why It Matters

Small flashing red lights and chirping sounds every 30 to 60 seconds can mean it’s time to change a smoke alarm’s battery. Some models may have a green flashing light or announce “low battery,” so ...
The Indiana Gazette

How Often Should You Check Your Smoke Alarm (And What Most Forget)

Did you know that nearly two-thirds of home fire deaths happen in homes without working smoke alarms? Not homes without ...
WTKR

Smoke alarm not working? See if your city will replace it for free

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. – Any resident of any home should have a working smoke alarm and the cities of Hampton Roads have programs in place to make sure of this, free of charge. Each city offers some form ...
Lifehacker

You Should Replace Your Smoke Detector Every 10 Years

You know that you need to replace your smoke detector’s batteries when they run out, but you might not realize that you should also replace the smoke detector itself every 10 years as the sensors wear ...
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This smart smoke alarm could be a worthy Nest Protect replacement

A new line of smoke and CO alarms from Gentex called Place is packed with smart features, including phone notifications, a nightlight, motion detection, and temperature and humidity sensing. There’s ...
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Without Good Batteries, Your Smoke Alarm Could Fail You. Here’s How to Replace Them Properly

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ConsumerAffairs

How much does it cost to replace smoke detectors?

Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. According to the National Fire Protection Association, smoke detectors should be ...
WCVB Channel 5 Boston

How often should homeowners replace smoke alarms, CO detectors?

WEBVTT BEN: DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME. YES, IT ENDS THIS WEEKEND. SO BEFORE YOU GO TO BED TOMORROW NIGHT, TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR, AND CHECK YOUR SMOKE ALARMS. IN AN AVERAGE HOUSE FIRE, YOU HAVE ...
Daily Hampshire Gazette

Sounding the alarm: State, local fire officials urge residents to replace old smoke detectors

Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Jon Davine speaks at a event at the Easthampton Fire Department to remind people to make sure they have working fire detectors. CAROL LOLLIS / Staff Photo Sign up for ...
The Spokesman-Review

Replace a home’s older smoke alarms for safer sleeping

The Spokane Fire Department can provide assistance with smoke alarms, with a program that’s prioritized for low-income homeowners in its service area. For more ...
abc27

Replace smoke alarm batteries while changing clocks

HARRISBURG, Pa (WHTM) — There is another thing that you should be changing besides your clocks for daylight saving time. Acting Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook is reminding residents ...