Old Smoke Detector
One or more smoke detectors appear old and may be past their recommended service life.
OccasionalPlan for itSafetySmoke detectors
Why it matters
Older smoke detectors may not function reliably and should be replaced to help ensure proper fire safety.
How common is it?
Found in 7% of the homes HomeCloud evaluated, Sep 2025 to Oct 2026.
Counted by the finding's name on HomeCloud reports, so the true number can be a little higher.
How soon to fix it
HomeCloud reports list this as something to plan for rather than an emergency.
More safety resources
Where to put smoke and carbon monoxide detectorsWhich rooms and floors need smoke and CO alarms, spots to avoid, battery vs hardwired vs combination alarms, and when to replace them.Radon test results explainedWhat pCi/L means, short vs long-term tests, the 2.0 and 4.0 levels, why results vary, and what to do with a high result when buying a home.