The devices are essential, and it’s well worth considering the newest models.

The satellite smoke alarms in this MR31 system are larger and more dated than those in X-Sense’s petite FS31 system, but the addition of voice alerts adds extra peace of mind. X-Sense’s XS0B-MR31 ...

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The life span of a smoke detector is limited. It can die but fool you like it still works. iStock / Getty Images/iStockphoto You’d think the worst part of owning a home would be something obvious — ...