Do you wonder why your fire alarm beeps randomly?
Does your fire alarm beep randomly? While it may be tempting to tuck them in a drawer or wrap them in sweaters, ensuring your smoke alarms are functioning is vital to your safety. If you are experiencing false alarms, note these common smoke alarm problems.
High Humidity
Smoke alarms have difficulty differentiating between the makeup of high moisture and the particles in smoke. Your fire alarm beeps randomly in areas with high humidity. Steam can also cause the same effect. To prevent this misfire, ensure that you add a dehumidifier to your property and utilize proper ventilation when cooking and showering.
Burnt Food on the Stovetop
Anytime you burn any food item on the stove, in the toaster, or the microwave, you have the possibility to set off a smoke detector. While this can be a nuisance, it’s also ideal that your fire alarm is functioning correctly. Also, make sure to leave what you cook at home and that you are using your kitchen vents. If possible, you can constantly reposition your fire alarm outside of the kitchen if you live with anyone who isn’t an excellent chef.
Low Batteries
Another reason why your fire alarm beeps randomly isn’t due to smoke or humidity but because it needs batteries. Most alarms must often have their batteries replaced. Some suggest replacing them twice yearly to ensure they are working correctly. In addition, it’s ideal to replace smoke detectors every ten years. If you move into a property and need help determining when they receive a replacement, it’s best to replace them all.
Dirt and Dust
Anytime a foreign object enters a smoke alarm sensor, it can begin to sound. When you have a substantial amount of dirt and dust in the air, you might notice that your fire alarm is more likely to beep. To clean your smoke detector, please open it carefully and use a vacuum attachment or an aerosol cleaner for electronics to eliminate dirt and dust.
Insects
There are numerous small insects who enjoy crawling into cramped, dark spaces, such as the cover of your smoke alarm. Although this reason is less standard, it is possible. Open up your smoke alarm gently to observe any visible signs of insects. If you find a culprit, clean it out and utilize a pest control spray around your fire alarms.
Commercial and Residential Fire Prevention from Judd Fire Protection
If you want to ensure your home and business are safe throughout the year, trust Judd Fire Protection, LLC. We have over two decades of experience designing, installing, inspecting, and repairing residential and commercial fire protection systems. We serve clients throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and West Virginia. If you are interested in finding out more about our services and protecting your home and business, give us a call at 410-871-3480.