Taped Smoke Detector
At least one part of the smoke detector has tape on it.
Less commonFix nowSmoke detectors
Why it matters
Smoke detectors should remain free of coverings on any part of the device to ensure they function as intended.
How common is it?
Didn't come up in the homes HomeCloud evaluated Sep 2025 to Oct 2026, but it's on our list of safety findings.
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 a fix-now item.
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.