While smoke detectors are made to last a full decade, it's important to make sure yours is functioning properly so your home is always safe should a fire break out. The good news is that if you ...

Ensure the safety of your home by knowing how often you should replace smoke detectors. When's the last time you tested (or replaced) your smoke detector? Can't remember? Then it sounds like it's ...

Almost all smoke detectors are made with a label that displays when they were made so you can use that as reference for when your detector needs a replacement. But, just because smoke detectors ...

Three61 has received eight reports of the alarms failing to activate in the presence of smoke. No injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately contact Three61 for a free replacement ...

Wired smoke alarms may require an electrician who can make the connections and interlink them. And, of course, you'll want to run periodic tests yourself and replace if necessary. Fortunately ...

That's because the sensors inside the alarm deteriorate, and lose their effectiveness over time. However, you'll most likely have to replace the smoke detector's battery more than once over its ...

Smoke detectors can protect your home and family in the event of an emergency. Here are CNET's expert recommendations. Laboratory Technical Project Manager Gianmarco Chumbe has been part of the ...

Firex is Kidde’s brand of hardwired and battery-powered smoke alarms and safety devices ... But still refused to replace the unit. I'm looking for other more trustworthy brands and better ...

Smoke alarms are lifesavers. However, it's never easy to pick the right one for your home, because there are so many smoke alarm brands on the market. Believe us, after reading this detailed guide, ...

People who purchased the recalled alarms should contact the company for a replacement. To register, write "Recalled" with a permanent marker on the smoke alarm and submit a photo of the marked ...