The sound and frequency of a smoke detector's beeping helps indicate what the problem is, from a false alarm to needing a new ...

However, as smoke alarm companies discovered, temperature plays a big role in how batteries perform. Hotter temps create less ...

No one tells you what those different beeps or on-off lights on your smoke detector mean. Here's what you need to know.

They’re much more expensive than the typical 9-volt battery, but they deliver peace of mind that no dumb battery can. Few life events are more annoying than being awakened at 3AM by a chirping smoke ...

The Wi-Fi-connected battery also lets you keep tabs on your smoke detector via an app. I'm PCMag's managing editor for consumer electronics, overseeing an experienced team of analysts covering smart ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — You change the battery regularly. You test it monthly. But that might not be enough to save your family’s life in a fire. Smoke detectors, just like milk or medicine, expire.

Replace smoke alarms after 10 years and CO alarms according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually after 5, 7, or 10 ...

Wooster firefighters will help residents test and replace smoke detector batteries for free on Oct. 31. Registration ends Oct. 29.

Many area fire departments are also willing to provide and install smoke detectors when requested, officials said. Williams said he was disturbed by what he saw this week in the home of River ...

You should never ignore the importance of smoke detectors, but old models are being replaced by smart smoke detectors for more safety features and extra convenience ...