Juan has been a home inspector for 10 years and runs a successful home inspection company in Richmond, VA. He loves inspecting homes, but his real passion is educating home owners and newer inspectors ...

Should a house fire strike, you don’t want to leave your safety and well-being up to chance. In fact, each year in the U.S., close to 2,000 people lose their lives in residential fires. That’s why ...

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 ...

Adding smarts to smoke detection can feel like walking a treacherous path. Old-fashioned smoke detectors have served as a fine warning system for a long time. Yes, between false alarms and low-battery ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Simply said, smoke alarms save lives. When properly installed and working, this invaluable device plays a ...

The National Fire Protection Association recommends at least one smoke detector for each floor of a home, as well as one in ...

The start of the new year is the perfect time to double-check your home's smoke alarms to be sure they're properly installed and working. These invaluable devices can help to protect you and your ...