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

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 ...

Fire Prevention Week is here. The Mound firefighters and I, along with thousands of firefighters across North America, are visiting schools and other sites in the community teaching the basics of ...

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

If you don't hear anything or the sound seems quiet, it's time to replace the battery or smoke detector. Many insurance companies advise replacing smoke detector batteries every six months ...

The U.S. Fire Administration suggests replacing smoke alarms 10 years after the date of manufacture. Homeowners in Dallas in need of a smoke alarm can call 311 or submit a form on the city’s ...