The devices are essential, and it’s well worth considering the newest models.

Many house fires today, burn faster, hotter, and are deadlier than ever. That’s because many newer homes have open floor plans with fewer walls and doors, allowing the fire to travel faster and more ...

Three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working alarms, but Consumer Reports has revealed their top picks to help keep your family and belongings safe. Stream ...

SimpliSafe completists will want to add this interconnected smart smoke/CO detector to their systems, but we don’t Consider it an essential component. SimpliSafe has replaced the smoke and carbon ...

During residential inspections, my biggest challenge is getting electricians and contractors to accept that the “old” way of installing smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors is no longer ...

The Boone Fire Department recommends that community members check all smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and replace the batteries every year during Daylight Saving Time.

The number of fire responses are up in the city. Smoke alarms are vital for surviving fires, say local leaders.

Organizers of the “Sound the Alarm” event, which started in 2014, also performed home safety checks and helped residents ...