A beeping smoke alarm is obnoxious, so here's not only how to reset a smoke detector but also how to figure out why it needs it. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Watch Now.

A beeping smoke alarm is obnoxious, so here's not only how to reset a smoke detector but also how to figure out why it needs it. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Watch Now.

Your hardwired detector may need a reset. If your hardwired smoke detector doesn’t respond to the suggestions above, visit the electrical panel.

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First, try the reset button on each smoke alarm. If that doesn’t work, flip the circuit breaker off and on. If that fails, you may have to disconnect the smoke alarms and remove the backup ...