Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector
Ensure Safety with Hardwired Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Smoke Detector Services
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Protecting your home and family starts with dependable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Mainstream Home Services offers expert installation, repair, and maintenance of hardwired detectors to ensure your safety. Hardwired detectors are more reliable than battery-operated units and are essential for modern homes. Our skilled technicians are available 24/7 to address your safety needs. Trust Mainstream for expertise, reliability, and peace of mind.
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Why Spokane Homeowners Choose Mainstream
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We respect your time and prioritize efficient communication. We ensure minimal wait times for our technicians, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your home. Expect a call before our technician arrives, giving you the flexibility to plan your day accordingly.
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No surprises, no hidden costs. Our upfront pricing provides competitive quotes tailored to your specific service requirements. You'll receive a detailed breakdown of the work involved, ensuring transparency and total peace of mind.
Expert Technicians
Our friendly, skilled technicians are experts in electrical, heating, cooling, and plumbing services. With state-of-the-art tools and expertise, we guarantee precise, code-compliant work. Your home will be left spotless, reflecting our commitment to cleanliness and professionalism.
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Smoke and CO Detectors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the importance of smoke detectors in a home?
To be in compliance with Washington law, all homes are required to have smoke alarms installed. There must be at least one smoke detector installed in or around the sleeping area(s) of your home. There are also specific height requirements and other regulations on where and how the detector must be installed.
While installing a smoke detector may seem easy, it is best left for experts to do. Especially if your home was built or renovated after 1980, the detector must be hard wired to your electrical system.
What types of smoke detectors are there?
Ionization Smoke Detectors: Less expensive than photoelectric and more responsive. Typically if you are cooking and it produces a lot of smoke, this type of detector will go off.
Photoelectric Smoke Detectors: Will respond to a reduction in light from smoke. It usually does not give off false alarms, but it is slower in detecting a fire compared to ionization detectors.
Why do I need a Carbon Monoxide detector in my home?
Carbon monoxide is a very serious and potentially deadly threat to all homeowners. Unlike gas leaks or other poisoning threats, carbon monoxide is odorless. Without a detector properly installed, you will most likely not be able to notice if a CO leak is happening.
Many of your basic household appliances can cause a CO leak: gas stoves, furnaces, exhaust from your car, fireplace chimneys, and more. If the device malfunctions and your home is poorly ventilated, the carbon monoxide will fill the space.
How can I avoid CO leaks in my home?
Schedule Annual Safety Inspections: To prevent a possible leak, it’s important to have your appliances inspected annually. A professional will be able to detect if it’s running properly and tell you if it needs to be repaired or replaced.
Open the Garage Door: You should also avoid having your car turned on in the garage while the garage door is closed. If it is left running, your garage will be filled with carbon monoxide which can leak into your home.
Install a CO Detector: Most importantly, even with taking extra precautions to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, you should have detectors installed in your home. While you can do everything to try and detect possible sources before a disaster occurs, a detector will alert you while a leak is happening.
What are some symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning?
- Light-headedness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Sleepiness
- Weakness
- Confusion
- Headache
- Shortness of breath
- Blurred vision
- Loss of consciousness
- Shortness of breath
Smoke Detector and Carbon Monoxide Detector Services
Your Home’s First Line of Defense
Signs You Need New Detectors
If your smoke and CO detectors are over 10 years old, they may not function properly. Here are some signs it’s time to replace them:- Frequent false alarms
- No response to testing
- Yellowing or discoloration of the unit
- Beeping without an obvious cause
Benefits of Hardwired Detectors
Hardwired smoke and CO detectors offer several advantages over battery-operated units:- Constant Power Supply: Hardwired detectors are connected directly to your home’s electrical system, ensuring they always have power.
- Interlinked System: When one detector senses danger, all units will sound the alarm, providing comprehensive coverage.
- Backup Battery: Even during a power outage, the backup battery ensures your detectors continue to operate.
Professional Installation and Maintenance
Our licensed electricians at Mainstream Home Services will ensure your detectors are properly installed and up to code. We also offer maintenance services to keep your detectors in peak condition, including:- Regular testing
- Battery replacement
- Cleaning to remove dust and debris
Why Choose Mainstream?
With over 20 years of experience, Mainstream is Spokane Valley’s trusted name for home safety solutions. Here’s why:- Expert Technicians: Our team is trained to handle all types of detectors and ensure proper installation and function.
- 24/7 Availability: We understand the importance of safety, which is why we are available around the clock.
- Transparent Pricing: With upfront pricing, you’ll know exactly what to expect without any hidden fees.
- Customer Satisfaction: We pride ourselves on providing top-notch service to every customer.
