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

This primer on how to install a smoke detector, hard-wired or battery-powered, should help you protect your household against the dangers of fire and smoke.

Replacing smoke detectors can be costly. Discover how to save big with home warranties covering replacements. Need a new detector? Find out more.

If your smoke detector is still within date, you can replace the battery instead of the whole smoke detector. However, if you replace the batteries and your detector still doesn't work, a full ...

My inability to handle even the most insignificant do-it-yourself tasks on the first try is quite frustrating.

The National Fire Protection Association announced that “Smoke alarms: make them work for you!” is the theme for Fire Prevention Week Oct. 6 to 12. This year’s focus on working smoke alarms ...

Find out how to make sure your smoke detectors work and where to get free ones in the Kansas City area.

At CES 2025, Kidde fire and smoke detectors, which are among our favorites, now work with the Ring security app, and Ring's got a new monitoring plan to match.