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How long smoke detectors typically last (& signs it's time for a replacement)

Smoke detectors (not just their batteries) have a temporary shelf life. Find out how long yours will last, and how to know it ...
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Without Good Batteries, Your Smoke Alarm Could Fail You. Here’s How to Replace Them Properly

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Yahoo

Are You Using the Best Batteries for Your Smoke Detectors?

Replacing smoke alarm batteries can be a hassle. It always seems that just as soon as you've installed fresh ones, the low-battery warning is beeping at you again. Many homeowners wonder why their ...
Las Vegas Review-Journal

Replacing old smoke detector is a simple but important task

Q: I changed the batteries in my smoke detector, but when I tested it afterward nothing happened. The batteries are new, but the smoke detector is very old. I know that it’s hard-wired into my home’s ...
Yardbarker

Are You Using the Right Batteries in Your Smoke Detector?

Replacing smoke alarm batteries can be a hassle. It always seems that just as soon as you've installed fresh ones, the low-battery warning is beeping at you again. Many homeowners wonder why their ...
ConsumerAffairs

How much does it cost to replace smoke detectors?

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. According to the National Fire Protection Association, smoke detectors should be replaced every 10 years. While working smoke detectors are a must for ...
AOL

How Often Should You Replace The Smoke Detectors In Your Home?

When's the last time you tested (or replaced) your smoke detector? Can't remember? Then it sounds like it's time to give it an inspection. While smoke detectors are made to last a full decade, it's ...
WGBH

Check your smoke detectors: Fire officials urge Mass. residents to replace outdated alarms

Massachusetts fire officials say it’s time to replace smoke and fire alarms purchased a decade ago after a change in fire codes. They urge residents to check the manufacturing date printed on the back ...
Billings Gazette

Remember to turn clocks back -- and replace smoke-alarm batteries, too

It's time again to change time. Turn back your clocks, that is, as daylight saving time ends and we return to standard time. The time officially changes at 2 a.m. Sunday morning, but most folks will ...
Daily Hampshire Gazette

Sounding the alarm: State, local fire officials urge residents to replace old smoke detectors

Massachusetts State Fire Marshal Jon Davine speaks at a event at the Easthampton Fire Department to remind people to make sure they have working fire detectors. CAROL LOLLIS / Staff Photo Sign up for ...
KTNV Las Vegas

Clark County Fire urges battery change in smoke detectors after daylight saving time

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Many of you remembered to set your clocks forward this weekend for daylight saving time, and the Clark County Fire Department wants to remind everyone to take a few extra minutes to ...