This post was paid for by an advertiser. The Herald-Dispatch newsroom was not involved in its creation. Every homeowner knows that safety starts at home, and fire alarms are one of the most critical ...

Are you really maintaining your fire alarm system? Fire alarm systems are expected to help protect people, property, and assets. But you can’t tell if they’re fully operational just by looking at them ...

Honeywell, a fire and life safety solutions provider, launched Tuesday the first fire alarm system with UL-approved self-testing smoke detectors that can be tested automatically. Honeywell says the ...

SPRING, TX, UNITED STATES, January 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Across Texas, property owners are taking a closer look at how fire and security systems are maintained long after installation. As codes ...

In the February 2024 issue, I introduced the what rules – the category of rules that tell us what to install in a building, typically segmented by occupancy classification and maximum allowable ...

Occupant Load Determines Fire Code Application – Occupant load calculations help identify which fire alarm and safety regulations apply. Mixed-Use Buildings Must Consider Combined Loads – When ...

The only way to know your smoke alarm is functioning and ready (except for letting your turkey burn in the oven) is to test it. And tests don't just confirm that smoke detectors have power -- they can ...