Along with making sure you have enough room for your holiday guests this time of year, it’s also a good idea to check your carbon monoxide detectors.

A surprising 42% of homes don't have carbon monoxide detectors, but these products can save your life. Here's what you need to know about buying, installing and maintaining the devices.

Check out this guide to learn how many carbon monoxide detectors a home should have, and the best place to put it in your home. Related: The 9 Best Carbon Monoxide Detectors of 2024 ...

Bernie Deitrick, senior test program leader at Consumer Reports, discusses when to check smoke detectors and the importance of having multiple carbon monoxide detectors.

Carbon Monoxide is often called a silent killer because of its invisible, odorless nature. That makes installing a Carbon Monoxide detector even more critical. Here are CNET's top picks.