Carbon Monoxide Detector

£24.99 inc vat & postage

What is Carbon Monoxide?

Carbon monoxide is a highly poisonous gas. It has no taste, no colour and no smell and therefore almost impossible to detect without a carbon monoxide detector. Carbon monoxide kills up to 30 people each year and many more are seriously injured. It can escape into your home if a gas appliance is not installed correctly or serviced regularly.

How can I protect myself and my family?

Make sure your central heating boiler is maintained annually by British Gas or by a Gas Safe registered engineer.

In addition, particularly for small rooms, fit a British Standard approved carbon monoxide detector with an audible alarm as a second line of defence. They are reasonably priced easy to fit and worth every penny for that extra peace of mind.

What are the signs of carbon monoxide poison?

Any member of the family can be affected by carbon monoxide, even household pets. The symptoms, which can often be confused with other ailments like flu, are:

• persistent headaches
• dizziness
• extreme tiredness
• sickness

If these symptoms occur, particularly when using a gas heating or hot water appliance, stop using the appliance and get it checked by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Alternatively, call Transco Gas Emergency line on 0800 111 999.

It would also be a good idea to consult a doctor.