Are Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors Working?

Most people assume new homes come fully equipped with every safety feature. But one of the biggest surprises we see?

Even brand-new homes often don’t have enough carbon monoxide detectors—and sometimes, none at all.

“One of the things that surprises us the most is even in new homes there’s a minimal amount—if any—carbon monoxide detectors,” says Jeff Brandlin of Assurance Electrical Services.

That’s why we offer a free home safety check as part of our Meet Us Before You Need Us program—because peace of mind should never wait until something goes wrong.

Why Carbon Monoxide Detectors Are Non-Negotiable

Carbon monoxide (CO) is invisible and odorless. You won’t see, smell, or taste, but it can be deadly.

Sources of carbon monoxide include:

• Gas furnaces
• Gas stoves and ovens
• Fireplaces
• Water heaters
• Portable generators
• Attached garages with running cars

A leak or malfunction in any of these appliances can release carbon monoxide into your home.

Without a working detector, you’d never know it’s happening.

How Many Carbon Monoxide Detectors Do You Need?

Most homes need at least one carbon monoxide detector on each level and one outside every sleeping area.

That means:

• One in the hallway near bedrooms
• One in the basement or lower level
• One on the main floor, especially near gas appliances

Some larger homes may require more depending on layout and square footage.

But here’s what we’ve noticed during inspections: many homes, especially newer ones, have only one—if any at all.

Let Us Check Yours for Free

“We wouldn’t want our friends and neighbors climbing up on ladders to get peace of mind,” Jeff says.

“Our Meet Us Before You Need Us program will inspect your detectors free of charge.”

That means:

• We’ll check your existing carbon monoxide detectors
• We’ll test them for proper operation
• We’ll let you know where additional units are needed
• And if a detector is expired or not functioning, we’ll let you know what to replace it with

Why Detectors Fail or Get Missed

We’ve seen carbon monoxide detectors:

• Installed in the wrong location
• Carbon monoxide detectors is expired after 5–7 years
• Never tested
• Completely missing from new home builds

Sometimes, people think their smoke detectors also detect carbon monoxide. But not all do—many don’t.

This simple mistake can put your family at risk.

Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Exposure to Watch For

Without a detector, the only signs may be your body reacting to exposure:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Confusion
• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain

These can come on slowly or all at once. If you’re asleep, you may not notice anything at all.

“Meet Us Before You Need Us” Means We Check Everything

When we come to your home for a free check-up, we don’t just look at the carbon monoxide detectors.

We also inspect:

• Smoke alarms
• GFCI outlets
• Breaker panel for signs of overheating or failure
• Loose or worn outlets and switches
• Outdoor and garage wiring for safe use

It’s one quick visit, and it could prevent an emergency.

Who Should Schedule a Carbon Monoxide Safety Check?

Our free check-up is especially helpful if:

• You just moved into a new home
• You haven’t checked your detectors in over a year
• You added or replaced gas appliances recently
• You don’t know where your detectors are—or if you have any

And if you don’t want to get on a ladder or mess with testing buttons, we’ll do it for you.

Call Us Today—Get Peace of Mind Tonight

“Call us today and add peace of mind tonight that your home is in safe electrical condition,” Jeff says.

Your detectors may be out of sight—but they should never be out of mind.

Call Assurance Electrical Services at 928-713-2177 or visit www.assuranceelectricalaz.com to book your free home carbon monoxide detector inspection today.