If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. You may not think about how well the smoke alarm in your ...

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 ...

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.

Adding smarts to smoke detection can feel like walking a treacherous path. Old-fashioned smoke detectors have served as a fine warning system for a long time. Yes, between false alarms and low-battery ...

Smoke detectors (not just their batteries) have a temporary shelf life. Find out how long yours will last, and how to know it ...

The satellite smoke alarms in this MR31 system are larger and more dated than those in X-Sense’s petite FS31 system, but the addition of voice alerts adds extra peace of mind. X-Sense’s XS0B-MR31 ...

This profile has not been claimed by the company. See reviews below to learn more or submit your own review. Firex is a line of smoke and fire safety products developed by Kidde. Firex is known for ...

Fire detection systems are designed to discover fires early in their development when time will still be available for the safe evacuation of occupants. Early detection also plays a significant role ...

Protecting your home and loved ones often comes down to preparedness. While fire extinguishers, emergency plans and locks are ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Since the beginning of time, you've heard how when it's time to change your clocks it's also time to change your smoke detector batteries. But the message is changing. "We used to ...