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Common Causes of Fires

Pet Safety

Every member of the family should know your home’s escape plan, pets included. You’ve likely talked to your spouse and other family members about what to do in the event of an...
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How to Plan Your Emergency Escape Route

Escape Planning

Did you know 50% of homeowners in the U.S. don’t have an emergency escape plan?* In the event of a home safety emergency, every second counts. According to the National...
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What is EZ Fire Extinguishing Spray and How Do You Use It?

Fire Extinguishers

Being prepared for a fire is a crucial component of any home's emergency escape plan. Having a fire extinguishing device nearby can help stop a small fire from growing and causing...
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What Do the Beeps from Your Smoke Detector Indicate?

Smoke Alarms

Smoke alarms provide an early working in the event of an emergency to help you and your family escape safely. Get peace of mind by installing the proper number of...
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Thanksgiving Fire Safety Tips

Holiday

Thanksgiving is a peak day for home fires. During the holiday season, the kitchen is the most frequently used part of the home. From baking cookies to the perfect turkey,...
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Help Prepare Your Home for a Storm or Hurricane

Storm

Many families take numerous actions to prepare their homes for the harsh conditions of storms and their aftermath. Go one step further and help protect your home and family from...
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What to Do If Your Carbon Monoxide Detector Goes Off

Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, tasteless, invisible and poisonous gas produced by any fuel-burning device like stoves, furnaces, gas ranges or grills. Exposure to carbon monoxide gas can lead...
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How to Find and Detect Water Leaks in Your Home

Water Leak Detectors

Whether you rent, lease, or own your property, home water leaks are a nightmare. From water waste to high utility bills, a number of inconveniences and headaches arise when water...
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Finding the Best Water Leak Detector for Your Home

Water Leak Detectors

It’s no secret that home water leaks can cause costly damage, from home structural issues to mold and severe flooding. Investing in water leak detection devices is essential for homeowners...
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First Alert's Precision Detection Advanced Sensing Technology

Smoke Alarms

UL Solutions has updated its smoke alarm standards for smoke alarm manufacturers to reduce nuisance alarms and detect smoke from synthetic materials. This update is known as UL 217 8th...
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Holiday Fire Safety Tips

Holiday

The holiday season is a wonderful time of the year full of family, friends, and great food! However, decorations, cooking, and the colder weather can create dangers for your home....
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Ionization vs. Photoelectric Smoke Alarms

Smoke Alarms

Smoke alarms help provide an early warning to a smoke or fire emergency, but did you know there are two types of smoke alarms? Photoelectric smoke alarms are generally more...
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Garage Fire Prevention Safety

Whole Home

The garage is one of the areas in your house that poses different fire hazard risks, as there are flammable liquids, electric tools, and other factors that can lead to...
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Winter Fire Safety Tips to Follow This Season

Winter

Heating, cooking, decorations and candles all contribute to an increased risk of fire in your home during the holiday season and winter months. According to the National Fire Protection Association...
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How to Reduce the Risk of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Carbon Monoxide

Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Learn how to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning by identifying common sources and taking essential safety steps. Help ensure your family is protected with alarms.
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Fire Safety Tips for Renters & Property Owners

Apartment

As moving season heats up across the United States, renters should take key steps to help protect their home and family. Smoke alarms help provide an early warning in the event...
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Why Early Smoke & Fire Detection Matters

Smoke Alarms

Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Properly working smoke & carbon monoxide alarms can help provide an early alert to help your family escape an emergency. Learn more about these systems.
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Where Does Carbon Monoxide Come From?

Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless, colorless, tasteless and deadly gas. Known as the “silent killer,” carbon monoxide poisoning is responsible for the deaths of over 400 people in...
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RV Fire Safety Tips

Summer

Traveling and camping in a recreational vehicle (RV) is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, create unique memories with the family and explore the US during the summer season....
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The Best Smoke Detector for Your Home

Smoke Alarms

There's a wide array of options to pick from when trying to choose the right smoke detector for your home. We have outlined a variety of home smoke alarms features...
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Fire Safety

Fire Safety for Kids

Fire safety is a serious topic, especially when it comes to educating younger children. As a parent, you should teach your children the importance of fire safety, and what to...
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Carbon Monoxide Laws

Carbon Monoxide

Are you aware of the carbon monoxide laws and requirements in your state? Ensure your home & family are protected and learn more about where to place CO detectors.
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9 Grilling Safety Tips for Summer Barbecues

Summer

Cooking and Grilling

Grilling is a popular way to enjoy the nice summer weather, but each year in the United States there are 10,600 home fires that are caused by outdoor grills and...
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5 Carbon Monoxide Winter Safety Tips

Winter

Carbon Monoxide

Discover essential carbon monoxide home safety tips for the winter season, including inspecting fuel-burning devices and ensuring proper ventilation.
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5 Tips for Whole Home Safety

Whole Home

1. Install Smoke & CO Alarms in your home Smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms provide an early warning for you and your family in the event of an emergency in...
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Dual Sensor Home Smoke Alarms

Smoke Alarms

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 3 of every 5 home fire deaths resulted from fires with no working smoke alarms. When it comes to home safety, fire...
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Kitchen Fire Safety Do's and Don'ts

Cooking and Grilling

Fire Extinguishers

For many, the kitchen is a space to be creative and cook meals that bring the family together, and yet for others, it’s a space in their home or apartment...
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Should You Have a Fire Extinguisher in Your House?

Fire Extinguishers

It’s easy to think that when it comes to house fires, it won’t happen to you. However, at a moment’s notice, you might find yourself facing a house fire and...
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Fire Safety Tips for At-Risk Groups

Fire Safety for Kids

Certain groups of people are more at-risk of being affected by a fire than others. The most vulnerable groups of people include adults 65 or older, children under the age...
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4 Camping Safety Tips for a Safe and Fun Trip

Summer

Spending time in the great outdoors can be awe-inspiring yet challenging. With a little preparation and know-how, you can keep camping fun and safe. For those who plan to flee...
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Fire Extinguisher FAQs

Fire Extinguishers

In the event of an emergency, you may find yourself having to operate a fire extinguisher to help protect your home or place of business. Unfortunately, many people don’t understand...
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Best Features for Smoke Alarms

Smoke Alarms

Your home smoke alarm is entrusted with the important task of helping keep your family safe. So, you want to make sure your smoke alarm is reliable and is equipped with the...
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Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips

Carbon Monoxide

What is carbon monoxide? Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless gas. It is a common by-product of incomplete combustion, produced when fossil fuels (like oil, gas or coal) burn....
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Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month

Carbon Monoxide

Since the late 2000s, many states, local governments and home safety organizations have declared a “Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month” observance. The first such observance is recognized in November, while others...
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Common Fire Hazards in the Workplace

Workplace

Fire safety in the workplace is just as important as fire safety in your home. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that between 2007-2011, there were 3,340 reported fires...
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Why is My Carbon Monoxide Detector Beeping?

Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless gas that is produced by fuel-burning appliances, such as your furnace or generators. Having the proper amount of CO alarms installed...
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What is a 10-Year Smoke Alarm?

10-Year Alarms

Ten-year sealed battery smoke alarms are powered by sealed lithium batteries that have a life span of ten years. These alarms provide 10 years of continuous protection with no need...
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What is an Ionization Smoke Alarm?

Smoke Alarms

There are two main types of home smoke alarms; ionization smoke alarms and photoelectric smoke alarms. Knowing the difference between these is essential to choosing the right smoke and fire detector...
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Apartment Fire Safety Tips

Apartment

You may be well-versed in fire safety tips for homes but living in an apartment building presents a different set of concerns that you need to acknowledge, especially for those...
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4th of July Safety Tips

Summer

Independence Day celebrations call for gathering with friends and family, enjoying delicious grilled food and watching firework shows. Although the Fourth of July is only once a year, practicing firework...
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The Best Fire Extinguisher for Your Home

Fire Extinguishers

Different Class Types of Home Fire Extinguishers Taking the proper steps to prepare your home and family for a fire will help keep them safe in an emergency situation. Part...
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5 Smoke Alarm Safety Tips

Smoke Alarms

1. Install Smoke Alarms to Help Protect Your Home and Family Fire is a deadly threat to any household. It can strike anywhere, at any time so it is important...
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How to Reduce Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detector Nuisance Alarms

Smoke Alarms

Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors can false alarm for several reasons. False or nuisance alarms are when your smoke detector or CO alarm goes off, but there is no presence of smoke or...
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The Top 3 Reasons Fires Start in Your Home

Common Causes of Fires

Common, everyday tasks that typically go unnoticed can ultimately be the cause of a house fire. To help eliminate any fear that you and your family have, it’s important to...
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How to Maintain and Recharge a Fire Extinguisher

Fire Extinguishers

A fire extinguisher is essential to have close by in the event a fire emergency breaks out. It can help stop a small fire from growing larger if you...
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How to Install a Smoke Detector

Installation and Placement

The first line of defense that will help alert you and your family of a fire is a smoke detector. Some factors to consider when purchasing a smoke detector are...
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How Many Smoke Alarms Do I Need in My House?

Smoke Alarms

Installation and Placement

When it comes to protecting your family, the first step is to be prepared. Smoke alarms are your first line of defense against a house fire by providing your family with an...
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How to Put Out a Grease Fire

Cooking and Grilling

Fire Extinguishers

Not all fires are the same, and they should not be treated the same. Grease fires are among the most difficult types of fire to put out. Attempting to extinguish...
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Fire Safety Equipment to Keep in Your Home

Whole Home

When it comes to fire safety, being prepared is your first line of defense . A huge part of being prepared for an emergency is having the proper fire safety...
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Fire Prevention Month

Fire Prevention Month

October is Fire Prevention Month! The goal of Fire Prevention Month (and week October 6th - 12th) is to raise fire safety awareness and help protect homes and families. In...
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