Fireproof Your Home

Homes burn crazy fast these days. Are you prepared? We’re covering everything you need, from the newest smoke alarms to the right fire extinguishers.  Guests: Wirecutter senior staff writer Doug Mahoney and senior editor for smart home coverage Jon Chase  Additional reading: The 4 Best Basic Smoke Alarms of 2024 The 2 Best Smart Smoke Alarms of 2024 The Best Fire ExtinguisherThe Best Fire Escape Ladder UL video of room burning test: New Comparison of Natural and Synthetic Home Furnishings Products we recommend: The best smoke alarm: First Alert SM500V Interconnected Battery-Operated Smoke Alarm with Voice AlertsThe best smart smoke alarm: Google Nest ProtectThe best fire extinguisher: First Alert Pro5The best fire ladder: X-It 2-Story Emergency Escape LadderDoug recommends: Veto Pro Pac XL Extra Large Compact Tool Bag  We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› Follow us on instagram @wirecutter Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast 

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The Wirecutter Show is a podcast offering expert advice on everyday products that will make your life better. Each week, co-hosts Christine Cyr Clisset and Caira Blackwell, alongside producer Rosie Guerin, speak with Wirecutter’s best-in-class journalists and other expert guests for actionable advice, surprising life hacks, and delightful product discoveries. From which stand-mixer will last you a lifetime, to the best way to travel with pets, to figuring out if your smart lock is spying on you, The Wirecutter Show gives you straightforward solutions based on years of rigorous and independent product testing by more than 140 Wirecutter journalists.