There’s never a bad time to invest in home fire safety, and the best place to start is checking your home’s smoke alarms to ...

Every smart smoke alarm I’ve tested has one potentially fatal flaw, trading fewer nuisance alarms for a risky sensor strategy.

A detailed comparison of photoelectric and ionization smoke detectors highlights how each responds to different fire types, with experts stressing UL or ETL certification and proper placement. The ...

During residential inspections, my biggest challenge is getting electricians and contractors to accept that the “old” way of installing smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors is no longer ...

Recent expert reviews have ranked the best and worst smart smoke detectors, focusing on detection technology, smart home integration, and reliability. The rankings come as updated UL 217 standards and ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Liam McCabe Bedding and furniture are rarely the first items to ignite in a ...

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 ...