Who is responsible for regular testing and changing the batteries? Renters are tasked with the responsibility of testing alarms and changing batteries. Since landlords have to follow a 24-hour notice for entering the rental property (unless in an emergency), the tenant should be the one to regularly check the alarm.Feb 18, 2020
Can I take the battery out of my smoke detector?
Removing the battery from your smoke alarm won't set it off. It kills the power to the alarm and renders it useless, so you should only remove the battery when you're replacing it with a new one.May 24, 2021