No security system is complete without some form of fire detection and you should include some of these devices in your system. In addition to installing fire detectors you should have a pre-planned fire escape plan. All members of the household should know the plan and it is advisable to practice it on a periodic basis. The plan should include 2 escape routes from every area in the home, in the event the fire blocks 1, and a meeting place outside the home. You can contact your local Fire Department for additional fire safety tips and information.
Smoke detectors sense the presence of smoke.
There are 2 basic types, Ionization, and Photoelectric. Either type will work well in a home system. Smoke detectors can also have a fixed temperature heat detector built in. Smoke detectors should be located on each floor and by every sleeping area. It is important that all smoke detectors be cleaned annually and tested periodically.