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Carbon monoxide (CO) and smoke detectors are the first line of defense in your home. Over time, they’ve become a fixture of everyday life, and it’s not something we have to think about often. But did you know that smoke detectors have to be replaced 10 years from their date of manufacture and CO detectors have a 7-year expiry date? If you have a smoke and carbon monoxide combo, you should also be replacing it every 7 years.
Carbon monoxide is often known as the silent killer because of its colourless, tasteless, odourless, and deadly nature. Children and seniors may also be more susceptible to CO poisoning.
Is it time for your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to be replaced? Let Belleville Electric help! With over 30 years of experience, our team of qualified electricians are ready to help you put together a detailed plan to ensure that you and your family stay safe for years to come. Wondering about the best place to install smoke or carbon monoxide alarms? Talk to us today!
Benefits of CO & Smoke Detectors
Carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors give you valuable warning signs that carbon monoxide or smoke are at a dangerous levels in your home. Both are an important precautionary step to take to make sure that anyone inside your home or building is warned of danger before it’s too late.
Benefits of smoke detectors include:
Decreased risk of fire damage
Round the clock monitoring
Reduce risk of injury or death by fire
Benefits of CO detectors include:
Warns of household dangers
Helps detect faulty appliances and leaks
Helps protect family and gives peace of mind
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When it comes to the installation of carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, finding the right place is essential in making sure that they function as intended. For instance, some think that carbon monoxide detectors should be installed at a lower height due to the gas being heavier than air. In fact, the opposite is true and carbon monoxide tends to spread evenly throughout the room. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you can just place your detectors anywhere.
Carbon monoxide detectors should not be placed near gas appliances as they can trigger false alarms. Smoke detectors should also be placed at least 10 feet away from cooking appliances for the same reason.
If you’re unsure about where to install your smoke or carbon monoxide detectors, it’s best to get in touch with a trusted electrician. At Belleville Electric, we’re ready to be of service! From finding the most effective location to wiring and installation, we take pride in making sure that the job gets done right the first time. Call us today for more information or to schedule an appointment!