Home Safety

Smoke Detector False Alarms

The 8 Most Common Reasons For Smoke Detectors False Alarms How Smoke Alarms Work: Insights from St. Louis Alarm Company Smoke alarms are a vital part of home safety, but understanding how they work can help you prevent false alarms and keep your family safe. Types of Smoke Detectors There are two primary types of smoke detectors: Photoelectric Smoke Detectors: These detectors use a steady beam of light. When smoke enters the detection chamber, it scatters the light, redirecting it to a photocell, which activates the alarm. Ionization Smoke Detectors: These use ions and electrons [...]

2025-01-18T13:14:41-05:00January 18, 2025|Home Safety, Home Security|

7 Signs of a Carbon Monoxide Leak

7 Signs Of A Carbon Monoxide Leak Protect Your Home from Carbon Monoxide Leaks: Essential Safety Tips Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas often referred to as the “silent killer.” Produced by the incomplete combustion of solid, liquid, and gaseous fuels, CO can be emitted by appliances fueled with oil, natural gas, coal, wood, or propane. Everyday activities like burning charcoal or running non-electric machines (cars or lawn mowers) can also release carbon monoxide into your home. When heating equipment and appliances are properly ventilated, small amounts of CO are [...]

2025-01-18T11:49:24-05:00January 18, 2025|Home Safety|
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