Safety
Test and replace smoke and CO alarms
A chirp is usually a battery or an expired unit. A sounding CO alarm is never something to investigate from inside the house.
Beginner About 30 minWhole homePro required
Video: Kevin Jones, KJ Facilities Maintenance (YouTube) — hand-picked by Xiane and matched to the written steps below.
A sounding carbon monoxide alarm means leave the building immediately and call 911 from outside. Do not look for the source yourself.
Steps
Tools
- Step ladder
- Fresh batteries
Parts
- Replacement alarms if past the printed expiry
Published February 10, 2026 · Last reviewed September 1, 2026 · Next review March 1, 2027 · Source: Video: Kevin Jones, KJ Facilities Maintenance (YouTube)