With the changing of the seasons comes an opportunity to check in on our household heating units, wood stoves and fireplaces.

Q: My home has hard-wired smoke detectors. How often do I need to replace them, and what kind of replacements do I need? Can I do it myself, or do I need a professional? And if I need a pro, what kind ...

1. If the fire is contained in one room, and after the fire is out, try to contain that space separately from the rest of the home. Shut the door if there is one. 2. When a fire happens in a great ...