Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors save lives, but only if installed properly. This guide demonstrates how to wire a combination unit so it functions as intended. With the right precautions, ...

Smoke detectors are one of the most important electronic devices you have in your home. Ensuring they’re in good working condition starts with using the best batteries for your devices and keeping ...

Normally, the smoke detector would be wired without the need for a conduit, so I am wondering why there should be one. Or to what other openings are you referring?

Q: My home has hard-wired smoke detectors. How often do I need to replace them, and what kind of replacements do I need? Can I do it myself, or do I need a professional? And if I need a pro, what ...

Q. How often do I need to replace my hard-wired smoke detectors? And who should I hire to do this? Our 15-year-old system has five detectors. A few are chirping, and it doesn’t stop even when… ...

Wired smoke alarms may require an electrician who can make the connections and interlink them. And, of course, you'll want to run periodic tests yourself and replace if necessary.

By cleverly patching into the test button on an old smoke detector he created a circuit-trip alarm. One side of each piece of wire is secured to the frame and jam of a window.