The only way to know your smoke alarm is functioning and ready (except for letting your turkey burn in the oven) is to test it. And tests don't just confirm that smoke detectors have power -- they can ...

The holiday season is rolling around, and with it, the opportunity to perform some routine home maintenance. Chief Paul ...

However, as smoke alarm companies discovered, temperature plays a big role in how batteries perform. Hotter temps create less electrical resistance and amp up battery activity, while colder temps do ...

Smoke detectors have a lifespan of seven to ten years. After this period, their internal sensors deteriorate, leading to ...

As daylight saving time approaches this weekend, residents are reminded to not only turn their clocks back but also check ...

If you’ve bought a smoke alarm from Amazon recently, you may want to double-check that it actually meets U.S. safety standards. The Wirecutter recently uncovered that several of the best-selling smoke ...

BINGHAMTON (WBNG) -- The Firefighters Association of the State of New York is asking residents to monitor their smoke detectors. According to a release from the FASNY, “Working smoke alarms could make ...

Massachusetts fire officials say it’s time to replace smoke and fire alarms purchased a decade ago after a change in fire codes. They urge residents to check the manufacturing date printed on the back ...

As you work to change all of your clocks back, safety officials are reminding you to check another fixture in your house: ...