Submitted by squid-toes t3_zsmjx4 in philadelphia
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Scumandvillany t1_j18o7mu wrote
You have an 18 footer and the smoke detector is still outta reach? Whew. Nice ceiling.
I'd say you need a 20 footer
ifthereisnomirror t1_j18o8vx wrote
Sounds like you need a taller ladder.
Proper-Code7794 t1_j18oncy wrote
You can rent ladders and scaffolding from Lowe's or home Depot
squid-toes OP t1_j18qd6w wrote
the rest of the detectors in our house take batteries, i can only assume this one is the same? will have to double check.
Glystopher t1_j18qkdj wrote
Imagine having to construct a scaffold to reach a smoke detector…
squid-toes OP t1_j18qku4 wrote
probably, between me and my husband i dont trust us to get an even taller ladder and scale it safely. It's all strategically located so that we can't get the ladder at the best angle because there's a light fixture right underneath.
squid-toes OP t1_j18qnhw wrote
scaffolding is an interesting one to consider thanks!
Moose2157 t1_j18rh5u wrote
I got depressed just thinking about it. Beginning to think a .22 is the tool for the job.
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bierdimpfe t1_j18o3s6 wrote
>The smoke detectors are wired into the ceiling so we can't use a rod to detach it, bring it down, change the battery
Are you certain that it takes a battery and isn't hardwired? Check your electrical panel for a tripped circuit.
If it's particularly old you may need to replace it. That'd be a call to your handyman--or landlord, if renting.