Smoke Alarm Batteries Should Be Changed at Least Once a Year
It’s that time of year again; time to move our clocks forward and lose that precious hour of sleep. It’s also time for you to change your smoke alarm batteries!
Your smoke alarm batteries should be changed at least once a year. It’s easy to remember to change your smoke alarm batteries when you make it a habit to change them the same time you change all of your clocks.
Do you think you will still have trouble changing your batteries once a year? You may benefit from purchasing the 10-year lithium batteries. It is however; still important to make sure your smoke alarm is in working condition by testing it monthly.
According to the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), an estimated 65% of home fire deaths were in homes where there were no working smoke alarms. Smoke alarms save lives.
Keep your family safe by testing your smoke alarm monthly and annually replacing the batteries. It is also important to create a home escape plan in case of a fire. Below are helpful links from the NFPA to keep you and your family safe!
