Smoke & CO Detector Installation Near Sterling, VA

The typical lifespan of a carbon monoxide detector is about five years. You will need to change the batteries as needed and test your CO detector regularly to ensure it is working properly in case of an emergency.

First and foremost, you should always install carbon monoxide detectors around or in each bedroom. Other recommended areas to install a carbon monoxide detector are at least 15 to 20 feet away from your furnace and at least 10 feet away from your bathroom. In multi-level homes, it is suggested to install a carbon monoxide detector on every level, including your basement if you have one. If you’re having trouble figuring out where to place your carbon monoxide detector(s), call (571) 626-5403 for professional assistance!

Never install carbon monoxide alarms in kitchens, garages, furnace rooms, or in any extremely dusty or dirty areas. Additionally, never install a carbon monoxide detector in direct sunlight or areas conducive to extreme temperatures such as unfinished attics or basements, crawl spaces, or porches. When choosing areas to install your CO detectors, you’ll want to avoid placing them in areas with excessive obstructions, like under a curtain, for example. If you’re struggling to install your carbon monoxide detector(s), call John Nugent & Sons to have an expert finish the job properly.

Smoke detectors usually beep because they need new batteries. After you’ve replaced them, your smoke detector will still need to process and clear the error and may continue to beep while doing so. If this persists, call (571) 626-5403 to have a professional take a look.

Like coupons and canned goods, smoke alarms also have an expiration date – about ten years. If your smoke detector has a built-in carbon monoxide detector, you’ll need to replace it sooner than ten years. According to Consumer Reports, most carbon monoxide detectors come with a five to seven year warranty.

The National Fire Protection Association recommends that your home has a smoke detector inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home, including the basement.