Why Smoke Alarms Are So Important

9/28/2020 (Permalink)

Why Are Smoke Alarms Important?

Smoke alarms not only alert you when there may be a fire in the home, but they can also save your life. You grow up learning the dangers of a fire in the home and are trained early on, on what to do. During a fire, smoke and flames will spread faster than you think. When the alarm sounds, you and your family know to rush out of the house as soon as possible.

Here are some tips to follow from the National Fire Protection Agency

• Replace your smoke alarm at least every 10 years
• Install a smoke alarm in every bedroom, on every level of the home, and in the basement
• It is recommended to use interconnected smoke alarms so when one sounds, they all sound
• At least once a month, test your smoke alarm by pressing the test button to ensure it's working
• Install your smoke alarms away from the kitchen to reduce false alarms and they should be placed on the ceiling or high up on walls

If you experience a fire or smoke damage in your home, please call the professionals at SERVPRO of Chesapeake North at 757-465-9700.