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1. How many smoke detectors should I have in my home?

You should have a minimum of one smoke detector on each level of the home and in the hallway outside of the bedrooms. However, new codes require that smoke detectors be installed in the following manner:

1. There is to be one smoke detector installed in each bedroom.

2. If the ceiling height in the living room is more than 2 feet higher than the ceiling height in the hallway, there must be a smoke detector installed in the living room.

2. Are security bars on my windows and doors legal?

Yes, if they are installed properly. The bars in any sleeping room must be hinged and there must be a quick release mechanism inside the room by the window.

Security doors with a deadbolt need to be able to be opened from the inside without the use of a key.

3. Is it safe to use my stove and/or oven to heat my home?

No, it is not safe. Your oven/stove is not vented like your heater is. Therefore, carbon monoxide builds up in your home and can cause illness or death.