After 30 hours of research, and talking to eight experts in the fire-safety industry, we found the best fire extinguisher for your home. Read on to learn more.

The most consistent violations during inspections relate to fire extinguisher annual service and inspection. Here's what safety professionals need to know.

Keeping a fire extinguisher in your home is good defense against small fires, helping you control them before they get out of hand.

Although their labels state that they are not intended to replace a standard National Fire Protection Association compliant fire extinguisher (NFPA 10), that statement can be easily overlooked.

Be prepared in case of an emergency with a working fire extinguisher stored in an accessible part of your home.

Refilling your fire extinguisher might cost you around $20 to $50 but depending on the class and size of the fire extinguisher, the price might vary.

Codes and Standards The primary federal requirements for fire extinguisher inspections are specified by the National Fire Protection Agency in NFPA 10: Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers.

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking ... residual flames. Fire extinguisher? Yes, but not just any fire extinguisher. It must be a class K extinguisher, specifically ...