Wood Heat Stoves & Solar — fire safety

October is National Fire Prevention Month, with Fire Prevention Week being October 4-10. Below are some safety tips that homeowners should know to keep themselves and their families safe. Smoke Alarms:  An estimated 3 out of 5 home fire deaths resulted from fires in which no smoke alarms were present or did not operate. Alarms should be inside and outside each bedroom or sleeping area. They should be installed in every level of the home, including basements. Batteries should be replaced twice a year. Smoke alarms should be replaced EVERY 10 years. Stove Thermometers: A stove thermometer on any wood...