You know you should install smoke and CO alarms indoors, but do you know what the beeps they make mean? Learn about these ...

No one tells you what those different beeps or on-off lights on your smoke detector mean. Here's what you need to know.

When replacing batteries, opt for lithium batteries, which typically last up to 10 years, matching the lifespan of most smoke detectors. It’s essential to check the manufacturing date on the unit. If ...

Some models, such as the Kidde Ring and the First Alert SC5 Hardwire Smart Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm ($129), support interconnection with multiple alarms from the same brand, allowing all to ...

If your smoke alarm keeps waking you up for no reason, here's what's going on -- and the maintenance that can stop it.

A recent study found that 80 percent of children sleep through smoke alarms. — -- While smoke detectors are credited with saving thousands of lives each year, some researchers suggest that you ...