Recent content by xiaphin

I ended up installing a Kidde detector according to the NFPA specifications.     This is interesting to me since I have 2 nest protects in my house.  What about them doesn't meet the new codes for 2020?

I was hoping there would be a location that would be closer to the floor that would satisfy the NFPA guidelines.  Installing it isn't a problem nor is lugging the ladder up the stairs for me.  It will be a different story for someone renting the place because they would have to call maintenance...

  I agree this would be the best place but it would be impossible for my tenants to silence or change out the battery.  Carrying a ladder up our stairs that reaches that height is very difficult since they are a half spiral.  Hate to ask this but what would be a good compromise? Middle of the...

We are renting out our house and the property management company requires a smoke detector in every room following NFPA regulations.  I'm struggling with where to mount the one for the master bedroom because of the ceiling.  There is a smoke detector in the loft space prior to walking into the...