The start of the new year is the perfect time to double check your home's smoke alarms to be sure they're properly installed ...

"There is a move to a hardwired smoke alarm with a built-in 10-year battery that lasts the life of the alarm and doesn't ...

As an affordable option with a long 10-year shelf life, 9-volt batteries have been the battery of choice for smoke alarms for a long time. The life span of a 9V battery depends on the quality and ...

The Chicago Department of Buildings cited the apartment building for 11 code violations. Chicago firefighters detected high ...

leading to a reduced sensitivity in detecting heat or smoke. “Some alarms can be purchased that are fitted with sealed batteries that last up to 10 years. These alarms will need to be replaced ...