Our local fire department says if you know someone who doesn't have smoke detectors, let them know. They will come out and install them free of charge!
There should be at least one smoke detector on every level of your home. Replace batteries at least yearly and test them at least monthly. Ensure that everyone in your household knows 2 ways to get out of every room and pick a designated spot to meet outside your home in case of fire. Practice your plan at leaat twice a year.
Simply put, you should always maintain your smoke detectors as if your life or the life of someone you love depends on them, some day it just might.
