National Battery Day 2020

2/18/2020 (Permalink)

According to the US Fire Administration, smoke detectors should be tested at least once a month and batteries should be replaced at least once a year.

National battery day is observed every year on February 18th and it's a great way to remind homeowners as well as business owners to practice safe battery practices.

Batteries die, and other parts of the smoke detector can wear out over time. Testing them regularly and replacing batteries is one way to help ensure your family stays safe should there be a fire in your home.

Battery recycling is another important practice that consumers can participate in to help protect the environment and prevent fires. According to HOBI.com- a company dedicated to secure sustainable solutions, by recycling batteries, you can reduce the number of hazardous materials being put into the landfill which helps conserve our natural resources.

SERVPRO of Rochester is dedicated to enhancing sustainability practices alongside our community in an effort to reduce environmental harm. Here is a link Oakland County residents can visit to find out how to dispose of or recycle batteries: http://rrrasoc.org/about-us/event-schedule/#HHW

Residents in Rochester Hills, MI can also visit Battery Giant's website: http://batterygiantrochesterhills.com/services/battery-recycling/ to learn more about their battery recycling program- Call2Recycle™.

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