Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a lethal gas that is poisonous to humans being colourless, odorless and tasteless.
As a result, humans are unable to tell if the gas is present and a carbon monoxide detector is a safety device that will alert homeowners of a CO leak, and potentially save your life.
What does a carbon monoxide alarm do?
Carbon monoxide alarms detect the poisonous gas and in the event of a leak, it is critical you get fresh air ASAP. In the event of CO leak, every second is vital and an alarm is the necessary advanced warning needed to escape your home during an emergency.
What is the main source of a carbon monoxide leak?
Carbon monoxide can be produced by any fuel-burning device. The main sources can be traced to a fireplace or chimney, and it is important to have these professionally cleaned to help prevent a CO leak.
Where do you install carbon monoxide alarms?
We recommend that on every floor level of your property, you should have a CO alarm to detect and alert you to any leaks. We also recommend you too have a carbon monoxide detector in any area where someone sleeps as extra safety.
Where should carbon monoxide alarms be placed in the room?
Carbon monoxide alarms can be placed anywhere in the room. Confusion surrounds that CO being heavier than air but this is not true. CO alarms can be placed on the wall or ceiling.
