Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

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 ...

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"Heads-Up. There's smoke in the hallway,” a firm, direct female voice announced. “The alarm may sound." It was 1:30 in the morning, and everyone in the house was startled out of sleep. The Nest ...