Outdated smoke detectors & some different types
In the recent past months I have found a very high percentage of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are outdated. A majority of detectors require replacement every 10 years or if they "chirp" even after replacing the battery. Our state home inspection standards require us to: "Check the presence or absence of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms" So, we are not required to test these devices, though it's very rare that we do not. I came across this article recently and felt it worth sharing. In short, the article is stating several states now require combination units to be installed in new homes, which I think is a huge step in the right direction. The full article is in the Columbus Dispatch http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/home_and_garden/2016/03/27/01-state-code-embraces-photoelectric-smoke-alarms.html Prices on these units are typically less than $25. each. Certainly not worth waiting until it's too late
