These devices pick up on smoke in the air and alert you to its presence. The idea is that the alarm will activate and give you enough time to get out of the house and call the fire department.

Having the best smoke detector for your home isn't just a good idea; it's essential for keeping everyone and your home safe and sound. Fire alarms come with various features, and some can respond ...

Installing and maintaining smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors can save your life. Fortunately, they’re inexpensive and easy to put in place. Basic smoke detectors cost as little as $15 and ...

The best smoke detectors quickly and reliably detect fire and carbon monoxide to alert you to potential danger. As a residential carpenter, I've installed plenty of hardwired and battery-powered ...

(Photo courtesy of Adam Doppelt) The middle-of-the-night chirp from a smoke detector might be the most unsettling sound a homeowner has to deal with. Where’s that coming from? Is there a fire?

Actor Gene Hackman, his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and one of their dogs were found dead in their New Mexico home on Thursday. While authorities do not suspect foul play, early speculation suggests ...

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — Gwinnett County firefighters are gearing up to install hundreds of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors right as fire dangers increase in the winter. Fires tend to spike in ...

Laboratory Technical Project Manager Gianmarco Chumbe has been part of the CNET Home team since 2018. He is in charge of developing and carrying out testing procedures for a wide variety of home ...