Ratings & Reviews for First Alert BRK Hardwired (with Battery Back-Up) Photoelectric Smoke detector
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What Customers Are Saying
The smoke detectors were generally effective at detecting smoke and considered easy to install by most customers. Many reported reliable performance with no false alarms. However, some customers experienced issues like random beeping, malfunctions, and problems with the warranty process. The mixed reviews suggest potential quality control and customer service concerns with the product.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Great for kitchen
Would RecommendOrdinary Smoke protectors trip to ions in the kitchen with cooking this photo electric unit is perfect for those applications
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Smoke detector
Would Not RecommendBeeps a LOT! Have to change the batteries frequently. Maybe this one was made on a Monday?
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Easy to install replacement
Would RecommendI ordered this to replace another unit. Installation was as easy as removing two screws and changing the base to the base provided with this unit. The old wire connector worked with this unit. It works flawlessly.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Safer
Would RecommendMy husband tested and installed this photoelectric sensor in our 1990's home. Installation was simple and completed less than 15 minutes. We chose the First Alert because of the good reviews and we already had them in the upper level of our home.
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First Alert AC Hardwired 120-Volt Photoelectric Se
Would RecommendEasy to install this photoelectric alarm. I also like that the battery compartment is accessible without having to take the alarm down. Purchased this as a bundle of 6 so got them at a discount.
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Look nice
Would RecommendThey are easy to install and look great once they are up.
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Smoke detectors
Would RecommendEasy install. I replaced all my smoke detectors in my house and it only took 15 mins for all 5 of them.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Smoke alarm
Would RecommendEasy to install and tie in with rest of alarms
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Smoke detectors
Would RecommendExcellent product
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Quality and reputation
Would RecommendPurchased for protection as well as value and reputation.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Photoelectric alarm better than ionization type
Would RecommendReplaced seven old ionization detectors with the new BRK 7010B units. DIY job that was petty easy. Did have to remove the old backplates/brackets and untwist the wire nuts to install the new "pig tail" connector adapters. The worst part for me is standing on a ladder. The best part is the 20% off when I bought more than 6 units, plus an online REBATE of 11% after purchase. And, I like the 10 WARRANTY. Read an online report stating that the photoelectric detectors are faster at detecting smoke th...
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