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Smoke and C/O detectors may be one of
the most significant investments you can make for your
home. Williamson Electric, Inc. can help protect
life and property with a properly installed smoke and C/O
detection system that is functional, safe, and up to code.
Why do you need smoke alarms and
C/O detectors?
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Smoke alarms and C/O detectors
really can help save lives and property.
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They can alert you about a fire,
danger and help you to escape unharmed.
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Almost one half of today’s fires
occur in properties with no smoke alarms or with
faulty, non-functional ones.
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The death rate is twice as high in
properties with no smoke detectors.
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Carbon monoxide is a potentially
fatal air-born poison that is not detectable.
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Prolonged carbon monoxide poisoning
also can cause brain damage.
Why do you need the help and
expertise of a licensed, qualified electrician?
Do you know?
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Your state’s current guidelines and
recent legislation.
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Smoke alarms should be installed on
every level of your home.
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Your basement requires a smoke
alarm.
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The best place for a smoke detector
in your basement.
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Smoke alarms should be installed
outside of every bedroom.
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New homes require all smoke alarms
to be interconnected.
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The advantages of interconnected
smoke alarm systems.
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There are special smoke detector
systems for the hard of hearing.
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Smoke alarms should not be connected
to a dedicated circuit.
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The best way to connect smoke
detectors, safely and up to code
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The best places for mounting your
smoke alarms (remember smoke rises) If you need a C/O
carbon detector.
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C/O detectors are mandatory, if you
have a gas utility house.
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How to install alarms and C/O
detectors and position them so they are effective and
work properly.
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If you don’t know the answer to even one
of the above questions, or have other inquiries or
concerns, please contact or call Williamson Electric.
We are here to answer all your smoke detection system and
C/O carbon monoxide detector questions.
Smoke Alarm and C/O Detector
Safety Tips
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Contact a reputable licensed
electrician for your state-specific guidelines:
i.e., number of smoke alarms and C/O detectors
required, installation, proper placement, important
how to’s, connections to a home circuit, and
maintenance.
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Test this equipment monthly.
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Change batteries (even
back-ups) yearly. A good time for taking care of
this is when you change your clocks for Daylight
Savings.
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Replace all smoke alarms and C/O
detectors at least every ten years.
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Do not paint them.
Williamson Electric covers all your
smoke alarm and C/O detector system requirements. We
are up to date on all current laws and codes and can
provide you with experienced advice, ideas, installation,
and maintenance. All our electrical work is
guaranteed – always. Email or call us now.
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