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Best Smoke Detectors of 2026
We reviewed the top fire and smoke alarms for your home in 2026. Protect your...
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Best Fire Extinguishers
We talked to firefighters to select the most reliable, easy-to-use fire extinguishers that will fit...
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A Guide to the Best Fire Escape Ladders
To help make your home safer, we’ll cover some of the features you want in...
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The Best Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors of 2026
From smart carbon monoxide detectors to simple plug-in units, we researched the best CO detectors...
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Best Home Safes 2025
The best home safes protect against more than burglary; they’re fire and water resistant too....
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Best Motion Detector Lights of 2025
Check out our round-up of the top five best motion sensor lights of 2025 with...

Maintenance and prevention

From your front yard to the attic, a little maintenance goes a long way to keep your home safe and in good condition. Our seasonal checklists can show you how to prevent hazards like fire, poor indoor air quality, mold, and burglary.

Hazards at home

Hazards like asbestos, mold, and radon can linger in your home undetected. Learn the basics of detection, prevention, and treatment for common home hazards like these.

Security Cameras

Smile, you’re on camera! Security cameras can catch hazards while you’re away from home.

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Emergency Prep

Whether it’s a fire, flood, or tornado, natural disasters are worth preparing for. We cover topics like how to prepare an emergency kit and create an evacuation plan.

Resources

Want more home safety tips? These articles will get you started.
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20 Things You’ll Need for Your First Home
Here's everything you need to equip your new home for safety, security, and convenience. Find...
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What Are Some General Home Safety Tips?
If there’s one place you should always feel safe, it’s in your own home. It’s...

Home Safety FAQ

From preparing for emergencies to preventing disasters, we answer your home safety questions.

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Security experts consistently recommend exterior lighting as one of the best home security upgrades. Here's...
Many homeowners make the same outdoor security lighting mistakes. Learn how better placement, motion sensors,...
What do burglars look for in a home? Research shows they prioritize easy entry and...
What happens to your security camera footage if the company shuts down, gets acquired, or discontinues a product? Learn what to expect.
Simple social media safety tips can help protect your home by making vacation posts, privacy settings, and location tags safer to share online.
Most residential burglaries happen between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Learn why burglars target weekday mornings and how to protect your home while you're away.
Know what to do after a home break-in, from getting safe and calling police to documenting damage and starting your insurance claim today.
The X-Sense SC07-W wirelessly links up to 24 alarms to protect your entire home from smoke and carbon monoxide — with a 10-year sealed battery and no app or subscription required. Our full review.
We researched carbon monoxide detectors' price, features, reliability, and more. Here are the best CO detectors of 2026 to keep your home safe.
Using years of in-home testing and expert safety research, SafeWise created this December home maintenance checklist to help you stay safe, save money, and enjoy a stress-free winter.
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