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Carbon Monoxide Detector Installations in Palo Alto, CA

If you’re asleep when a carbon monoxide leak occurs, it will go unnoticed without an alarm sounding to wake you. Carbon monoxide can be fatal within minutes, depending on the level in the air. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, approximately 2,100 people die from carbon monoxide poisoning each year in the United States. At Mr. Electric of Palo Alto, we prioritize your safety, security, and peace of mind. Our electrical experts have years of experience installing carbon monoxide detectors in businesses and homes throughout Palo Alto, CA, and the surrounding areas. If you currently have carbon monoxide detectors at your commercial or residential property, we can ensure they're installed correctly and functioning as they should. Contact your local Mr. Electric of Palo Alto today to learn more or schedule your installation service.

Carbon Monoxide Detector Installations in Palo Alto, CA
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  • Carbon monoxide might be colorless, odorless, and tasteless, but CO poisoning is preventable. Installing carbon monoxide detectors in your home will safeguard your family against disaster. At Mr. Electric of Palo Alto, we expertly install carbon monoxide detectors for your safety and peace of mind. We’ve completed thousands of installations and offer a complete portfolio of product solutions that touch every part of the carbon monoxide detector installation or replacement process. The average lifespan of these devices is about five years, but this timeframe can vary depending on maintenance and your home's environmental conditions. To stay safe, replacing them at least every five years is essential.

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Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Home

Some things you can do to protect your family or employees from carbon monoxide poisoning in your home or business include the following:

  • Install detectors on every level of your home and one outside each bedroom.
  • Consider the installation of smart carbon monoxide detectors (these send alerts to all connected smartphones).
  • Change the batteries in your devices every six to 12 months.
  • Never operate anything gas-powered inside your home or garage (generators, vehicles, etc.)
  • Make sure your vehicle is turned off when it’s parked in the garage, even if the garage door is open.
  • Schedule annual inspections with a licensed appliance professional for all the gas appliances in your home.
  • Never use flameless chemical heaters indoors or inside enclosed spaces.
  • If you have a gas appliance that's malfunctioning or showing signs of needing repairs, have it inspected by a licensed technician.
  • Keep your flue open when lighting fires in the fireplace or furnace.
  • Use exhaust fans in appropriate locations of your home.
  • Know the difference between your smoke detector alarm and carbon monoxide detector alarm.
  • If you can't afford a carbon monoxide detector, contact your local fire department. Many programs and resources are available to help low-income households acquire these life-saving devices.

  • Smoke rises, but carbon monoxide diffuses evenly. Standalone carbon monoxide detectors should be installed by a professional at knee level because this is roughly the level your face is at while sleeping. If you have pets or children who may tamper with the devices, you should install the detectors at chest height. Combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be installed at ceiling height so they can detect the earliest signs of smoke from a fire. It’s important to never install smoke or carbon monoxide detectors behind doors, furniture, or curtains because this can reduce their functionality.

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