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Although many stores sell smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, it is always best to have a certified electrician from Cranney Home Services install them for you. Letting a professional install your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors will ensure everything is done correctly and up to code. You can probably replace battery-powered detectors on your own, but you always should lean on our professionals to replace hardwired ones. Unsure of which type of detector you have? Give us a call at (978) 650-3827!
A battery-powered smoke detector or a hardwired smoke detector can last up to 10 years, at which time you should replace the whole unit. Carbon monoxide detectors typically last between five and seven years. Consult your manufacturer’s manual to determine the recommendation for your specific models.
Smoke detectors should be installed high on your walls or near the center of the ceilings, and at least 10 feet away from your kitchen and any cooking appliances. Carbon monoxide detectors should be installed either on a wall about five feet above the floor, or on the ceiling six inches away from the wall.
Both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are two of the most important safety devices you can have in your home. Cranney Home Services recommends that every household have both smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors to keep you and your family safe.
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include headache, dizziness, feeling sick or being sick, feeling weak, confusion, chest and muscle pain, and shortness of breath. If you or any family members begin experiencing these symptoms, open the windows in your home, exit your home immediately, and call emergency services.

It can certainly be tempting to try and DIY home projects like installing a smoke or carbon monoxide detector. After all, most home improvement stores, retail stores, and even pharmacies sell both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors! Even though it may seem relatively easy to install your own smoke or carbon monoxide detectors, it is highly recommended to lean on our trained professionals at Cranney Home Services instead. Some of the top advantages of hiring trained professionals to install your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors include:
Off the top of your head, you probably don’t know how many smoke or carbon monoxide detectors your home should have, or where they should be placed for that matter! Our experts know exactly where you should place your detectors so that they work as effectively as possible when the time comes. Obviously, just one smoke and carbon monoxide detector is not enough to keep your household safe. In general, you should have one smoke and carbon monoxide detector on each floor level, one smoke and carbon monoxide detector outside each sleeping area, and for smoke detectors, one inside each sleeping area.
What’s just as important is knowing where to avoid installing each type of detector. Smoke detectors should be installed no closer than 10 feet of your kitchen or any cooking appliances to ensure that there are no false alarms from minor cooking fires or steam. Carbon monoxide detectors, on the other hand, should never be installed near a gas powered water heater or furnace, as they naturally emit small amounts of carbon monoxide when they start up, which would trigger false alarms.
It’s unlikely that you are familiar with the local Danvers, MA laws regarding smoke and CO detectors. That’s where we come in! The Cranney Home Services team is incredibly well versed in local Danvers, MA laws and regulations regarding smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and we will ensure that your detector wiring is up to code.
It may sound counterintuitive, but hiring a professional to install your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors can actually save you money in the long run! Our experts will ensure that your detectors are installed and wired correctly, as incorrect wiring may incur fines for code violations in some areas. You’ll also avoid faulty wiring, which can end up costing you in repairs down the line. Finally, our professionals will also inspect any other electrical problems in your home at the same time, which can help prevent small problems from turning into larger issues that are more expensive to fix.
Unless you have had the proper training, working with electrical systems can be incredibly dangerous. You may not know which wires are live, and which are safe to touch. Working with electrical wires always presents some risk, and installing hardwired and interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide detectors is more complex than installing battery-powered units. That is why the installation should always be completed by a licensed professional instead.
Our experts are trained and certified to work with electrical units, and will ensure every smoke and CO detector installation job is done properly, no matter which detectors you decide to install. We know which safety tests need to be completed before turning on your new detectors, and how to troubleshoot any issues that may arise with your wiring or electrical system after installation is complete.
You can trust that our pros will keep your best interests in mind when it comes to making your home safe. We know which models of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are reliable, safe, and up to code. We can help you determine which type of smoke or carbon monoxide detector will work best for your specific needs. You’ll be able to eliminate the guesswork and determine the best fit for your unique home with our professional advice at your disposal.
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