When you move into or buy a new home, no one hands you a guide to how the smoke detectors work. They "chirp," which really means shriek loudly, and you occasionally have to put new batteries in them.

Winter quietly raises the stakes for every smoke detector in your home, just as you spend more time indoors with heaters running and windows sealed. The season’s dry air, temperature swings, and ...

Cincinnati tenants are responsible for maintaining smoke detectors, including battery replacement and reporting malfunctions. Landlords are required to install smoke ...

My inability to handle even the most insignificant do-it-yourself tasks on the first try is quite frustrating.

The unmistakable chirp of a smoke alarm might keep you up at night, but it's an important reminder to keep your smoke alarm in working order, especially if you're a renter in Cincinnati. That's ...