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Let's start this discussion with some horror stories about the reality, before we begin to talk about Carbon Monoxide Detectors themselves.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a silent killer.
It is a colourless, tasteless, odourless, toxic gas that occurs when fossil fuels burn incompletely. It is most commonly found emitting from the exhaust pipes of motor vehicles, but it also occurs in the house, courtesy of gasoline burners, engines, lanterns, gas hobs and heating systems. The CO that is created when vehicle fuels are burned is dissipated into the air and as a result is of no harm to humans. The story in the house can be very different though. If CO is allowed to build up in confined spaces without ventilation, things could get very dangerous.
The symptoms of CO poisoning can mimic other illnesses such as flu, so you may be unaware that you are being poisoned. Some of these symptoms are headaches, nausea, dizziness, vomiting and chest pains. If you inhale enough CO, then you could lose consciousness and die. The CO is replacing the oxygen in your body, and without oxygen, your body cannot function.
One visible clue to the presence of carbon monoxide is if a flame is burning with a violet colour. Perhaps your water heater is old or has not been serviced, or you have a problem with other appliances. Either way, the presence of excess CO can spell great danger for you and your family.
So, a carbon monoxide detector is certainly a good idea in every home. They are cheap to buy, and easy to install, so their is really no excuse for not having one. They are usually battery operated and emit loud alarms if high levels of CO are detected in the atmosphere.
If you or any of your family members repeatedly show any of the symptoms of CO poisoning mentioned in the article above, do not think twice.
Protect your family, and buy a carbon monoxide detector. Don't let saving a few pounds cost you the lives of you and your family. Get a carbon monoxide alarm today.
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