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Installing smoke alarms is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your home and loved ones. But many homeowners — even those with good intentions — make small installation errors that can reduce the effectiveness of their alarms or cause frustrating false alerts. In this article, we cover...
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You’ve just stepped out of a hot shower or started boiling water on the stove, and suddenly your smoke alarm goes off. It’s a common frustration—but one that usually has a clear explanation. So, does steam trigger smoke alarms, and if so, what can you do about it? In this...
Many homeowners ask the same question: are smoke alarms also carbon monoxide detectors? While both devices are essential for home safety, they serve different functions—and in most cases, a smoke alarm will not detect carbon monoxide. This article explains the difference between smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms, what each...
If your smoke alarm is sounding off without warning—and without any visible smoke—it can be frustrating, not to mention disruptive. But while it might seem like your device is malfunctioning, there’s usually a clear explanation behind these false alarms. In this article, we’ll explain why your smoke alarm keeps going...
When it comes to protecting your household from fire, smoke alarms are essential. But one of the most common questions homeowners ask is: how many smoke alarms do I need? The answer depends on the size, layout, and design of your home. In this guide, we break down the ideal...
When it comes to home safety, few devices are as vital as a working smoke alarm. Yet with so many options on the market, homeowners across New Zealand often ask, “Which smoke alarm is best?” The answer depends on your home’s layout, how you live, and your preferred level of...
Whether you’re a business owner or a homeowner, having an emergency fire evacuation plan is vital to keep everyone safe! Evacuation plans let people know when to move and where to go so they don’t get caught up in the panic of an emergency. It’s easy to build an emergency...
Being a landlord can be incredibly rewarding, but keeping up with the shifting regulations around tenancy can also be tiring. Don’t worry, we’re here to help. Read on for a comprehensive breakdown of your fire safety responsibilities as a landlord. We cover everything related to NZ compliance, as well as...
Several decades ago, new building codes were introduced that required all smoke alarms in a property to be interconnected. With no wireless technology to rely on, these alarms would use hardwired connections to communicate. Not only that, but they would also draw from the mains power to function. These days,...
You’ve done it! You’ve purchased your very own photoelectric smoke alarm (or a series of them), and you’re ready to begin your installation. Our team has spent ten years refining the science behind our smoke alarms. We’ve made them smaller, more efficient, and better at detecting early fires. On top...
Having a high-functioning smoke alarm on your property is one of the most important things you can do to protect inhabitants – and your assets. That said, one of the complaints we hear quite often in the industry is about the prevalence of false alarms. Not only can these be...