(WHTM) — Smoke alarms are among the most important things to have in your home or apartment. But how do these important and life-saving devices work? According to the National Institute of Standards ...

When you move into or buy a new home, no one hands you a guide to how the smoke detectors work. They "chirp," which really means shriek loudly, and you occasionally have to put new batteries in them.

Your home’s first line of defense against fires and smoke are its smoke detectors. These devices pick up on smoke in the air and alert you to its presence. The idea is that the alarm will activate and ...

Properly installed smoke detectors are often the first line of defense against a house fire, keeping the homeowner informed and ready to take action. However, it's important that the smoke detector ...

Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. According to the National Fire Protection Association, smoke detectors should be ...

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 time ...