Installing a hard wired smoke detector is an essential safety measure for any home. It provides peace of mind and could be a ...

There are multiple reasons to convert your home to hard-wired smoke detectors. One of the most basic reasons people convert is that some battery-powered smoke detectors can be hard to reach.

Please keep in mind that many states require certain smoke detectors to be wired with battery backups. If your state doesn't have rules about exactly where to put smoke alarms, here's where to start.

In a 2024 report, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) states that when working home smoke alarms are present, the ...