Electricals pose dangers for many reasons. Therefore there is an outlet ground for safety precautions. The main reason for having a grounded outlet is for your safety as it is the safest option offering a path of less resistance to stray voltage following. The grounding systems are put in place to guide voltage that is … Read more
If you’ve noticed any dirt, rodent droppings, or water in your garage it’s likely that the problem can be traced to your garage door. Your garage door comes with a seal at the bottom to prevent water, dirt, and unwanted pests from entering but if this seal breaks down over time then you may notice … Read more
Smoke detectors are modern-day silent heroes. They are the first line of defense against fire, and they’re also an effective way to save lives. But smoke detectors don’t last forever. And when they do fail, we might not even notice. As, with any luck, they don’t need to sound off, their perpetual silence can make … Read more
Because Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and tasteless, it can be harmful to people. Mainly because without a portable Carbon monoxide detector, you actually can’t tell it is present. Every year 25,000 to 30,000, people are affected by carbon monoxide poisoning and about 500 or more actually die. This is frightening and it is known … Read more
For those with mild Carbon monoxide poisoning, the symptoms are often flue-like and will include headache, dizziness, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion especially in the elderly. It is important to go to A&E for assessment and to determine oxygen saturation levels. Carbon monoxide can kill you, and if a person lapses into unconsciousness they may … Read more
A hardwired smoke alarm is now compulsory in many places. The smoke detector or alarm issues an audible or visual alarm, and more than one detector can be linked throughout the house. This gives all the occupants warning of a fire and time to evacuate. If you live in a large apartment block the alarm … Read more
A smoke alarm, often known as a smoke detector, is a necessary device. It detects the occurrence of a fire in a location where it has been installed. As a result, the person in control of the building where the smoke detectors are installed must be familiar with smoke alarms. Updated information and questions concerning … Read more
Smoke alarm battery is a vital component in a smoke alarm system. Without it, the smoke alarm simply won’t work since there’s no power source. Smoke alarms come in different brands and models, and battery type will vary per manufacturer and product. The most common batteries in a smoke alarm include 9V batteries, AA batteries … Read more
We often see movie characters holding up a cigarette to trigger a smoke or fire alarm and escape, but does this work in real life and with a carbon monoxide detector? While it’s true that carbon monoxide is one of the gasses cigarette smoke can produce, it’s usually not enough to activate a high CO … Read more
Carbon monoxide is mainly a by-product of appliances and devices that emit heat, such as stoves and furnaces. But did you know that your car can produce it as well? A car’s exhaust can set off a carbon monoxide detector but only in specific instances, such as when there’s a high concentration of CO emitted … Read more
