Do smoke detectors really save lives?

• <div><p>Absolutely! Smoke alarms are lifesavers. According to the <a href="https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Staying-safe/Safety-equipment/Smoke-alarms#:~:text=The%20death%20rate%20per%201%2C000,5.8%20deaths%20per%201%2C000%20fires).">National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)</a>, per 1,000 reported home fires, homes without working smoke alarms have a death rate nearly twice as high as those that <i>do</i> have working alarms. So remember to ensure you have enough installed in your home and that they are working and in good shape.</p></div>

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Q: Is it safe to use an outlet that sparked?

• <div><p>No, it is not safe to use an outlet that sparked. A spark from an outlet could indicate a short circuit, loose or frayed wiring, or other serious damage. Continuing to use an outlet that sparks can increase the risk of electrical shock, electrical fires, and other hazards. It's important to turn off the power to the outlet at the circuit breaker if possible and avoid using the outlet until a licensed electrician has inspected and repaired it.</p></div>

Q: Can I put a smoke detector on a shelf?

• <div><p>Although you can put a smoke detector on a shelf, the NFPA recommends mounting one on the ceiling or a wall (within 12 inches of the ceiling). If you place your smoke alarm on a shelf, ensure it&rsquo;s away from drafty, damp, or dusty areas and not near cooking appliances, heat sources, or fluorescent lights.</p></div>

Q: How do you get a smoke alarm to stop chirping without a battery?

• <div><p>To stop a smoke alarm from chirping, you must first determine what the device is alerting you to. If your battery is out or has been removed, simply change the battery and the chirping should stop. If it does not, try resetting the alarm, checking the breaker, or calling a professional to take a look.</p></div>

Q: Should a chimney flue be open or closed?

• <div><p>The damper, located just above the firebox, can open or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-close-chimney-flue.htm">close the chimney flue</a>. The damper should remain closed unless there&rsquo;s a fire burning in the fireplace. Closing the damper prevents energy loss through the chimney and cold air from seeping into the home during the winter. Opening the damper helps maintain airflow when there is a fire and prevents smoke and gases from venting into the house.</p></div>

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Todd and Jesse came out to my home, wanted to know my concerns concerning my heating/ac needs. Both did a thorough evalution of my home underneath crawl space, and one day later gave me a solid bid for the work to be performed with the pricing. One week later, installation started. They are...
American Heating Cooling & Refrigeration, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
I got 3 quotes for the project. They were all in the same neighborhood but Bob had availability. I insisted he get a building permit. The county inspectors sat down with him and carefully spelled out what needed to be done to meet code. The job was supposed to take 5 days. Bob didn’t pay...
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Reviewed in January 2020
Frank is an outstanding drywall installer! He is extremely capable, thorough and conscientious. He did just a great job, meticulous, reasonable and at a fantastic price. His honesty is beyond reproach. I would not hesitate to hire him again and will do so in the near future. He comes highly...
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Reviewed in October 2017
This service exceeded my expectations in every way, -well worth the cost. Didn't expect the volume of old construction scrap that came out of a 20 yr old system. Process took 3 hrs. and was thorough from end to end. System operation and air flow improvement was immediately obvious, and...
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Reviewed in February 2017
Phenomenally . There is no better group for a reasonable price in Missoula. My old garage heater had a broken fan that no one could find a replacement part for. I checked around locally for a new unit installed -Hot Dawg heater. I had checked out the specs before hand. First I really wanted to...
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I was very impressed. They were very professional. <br /> They were ready to go within a few days of receiving our down payment. They requested 20% down. The crew was quick and orderly. They didn't leave one scrap of material or nails from the old roof. (I looked. We have little kids,...
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It is nearly impossible to get businesses to travel outside of Missoula, MT to work on things at our home (over 30 miles from town). Allbrands had a person drive out the very next day once they verified we were not in an emergency situation. So they were prompt and called our home before they...
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Fire Pit Installation questions, answered by experts

No, it is not safe to use an outlet that sparked. A spark from an outlet could indicate a short circuit, loose or frayed wiring, or other serious damage. Continuing to use an outlet that sparks can increase the risk of electrical shock, electrical fires, and other hazards. It's important to turn off the power to the outlet at the circuit breaker if possible and avoid using the outlet until a licensed electrician has inspected and repaired it.

Absolutely! Smoke alarms are lifesavers. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), per 1,000 reported home fires, homes without working smoke alarms have a death rate nearly twice as high as those that do have working alarms. So remember to ensure you have enough installed in your home and that they are working and in good shape.

Although you can put a smoke detector on a shelf, the NFPA recommends mounting one on the ceiling or a wall (within 12 inches of the ceiling). If you place your smoke alarm on a shelf, ensure it’s away from drafty, damp, or dusty areas and not near cooking appliances, heat sources, or fluorescent lights.

To stop a smoke alarm from chirping, you must first determine what the device is alerting you to. If your battery is out or has been removed, simply change the battery and the chirping should stop. If it does not, try resetting the alarm, checking the breaker, or calling a professional to take a look.

The damper, located just above the firebox, can open or close the chimney flue. The damper should remain closed unless there’s a fire burning in the fireplace. Closing the damper prevents energy loss through the chimney and cold air from seeping into the home during the winter. Opening the damper helps maintain airflow when there is a fire and prevents smoke and gases from venting into the house.

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