Carbon monoxide alarm fitting in Exmouth
Looking for professional carbon monoxide alarm fitting help in Exmouth? Hembury Contracting provides reliable mounting services across Exmouth and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
0.5-1 hrs
Location
Exmouth
Carbon monoxide alarms fitted in the correct positions for maximum safety. Gas boilers, wood burners, oil heaters - protect your family from this silent killer.
### Invisible, Odourless, Deadly
Carbon monoxide kills around 50 people a year in the UK and hospitalizes hundreds more. **You can't see it, smell it, or taste it** - but a £20 alarm can save your life. Getting it fitted in the right place makes all the difference.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** CO doesn't just come from gas boilers. Wood burners, oil heaters, gas fires, even BBQs brought indoors can produce it. Any fuel-burning appliance is a potential risk.
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### Why Position Matters
CO alarms only work if they're in the right place:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Near appliance (1-3m away) | Other end of house from boiler | | On a wall at head height | On ceiling (not necessary) | | Away from windows and vents | Right by a door (drafts affect it) | | One in each room with appliance | One alarm for whole house |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Position** | Identify best location near each appliance | | **Fit** | Mount securely (battery) or wire in (mains-powered) | | **Test** | Test alarm works before leaving |
**📦 You're Left With** - Alarm fitted in optimal position - Working and tested - Instructions on testing and maintenance - Peace of mind
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### Pricing Guide
| Number of Alarms | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |------------------|----------------|------------| | Single alarm (battery) | 15 mins | **£60** | | 2-3 alarms | 30-45 mins | **£60** | | 4+ alarms (whole house) | 1 hr | **£60** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Battery alarms are quick - multiple in one visit is efficient.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **Gas boiler** - legal requirement for landlords, sensible for everyone
✅ **Wood burner** - especially in older Exmouth houses with chimneys
✅ **Rental property** - meet your legal obligations
✅ **Peace of mind** - protect your family properly
Why Choose Us for Carbon monoxide alarm fitting in Exmouth?
Fitted in the correct position
Battery or mains-powered alarms
Multiple alarms done efficiently
Meets current safety guidance
What to Expect
### Step 1: Position Check I'll look at where your fuel-burning appliances are and work out the best position for each alarm (usually 1-3 meters away on a wall). ### Step 2: Mount Alarm Battery alarms get screwed to the wall (quick and simple). Mains alarms might need wiring work (separate quote if it's complex). ### Step 3: Test & Explain Test the alarm works, show you the test button, and explain how to maintain it. Done.
Our Exmouth Service Coverage
We cover Exmouth and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Exmouth or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Landlords:** You're legally required to have a CO alarm in any room with a fuel-burning appliance (England, since Oct 2015). Fines for non-compliance. I can fit all your properties efficiently - just let me know how many you need doing. **Multiple rooms?** Most houses need 2-3 CO alarms (one by boiler, one by wood burner or gas fire). Doing them all in one visit is much more efficient than separate trips. **What about smoke alarms?** Different thing - smoke alarms go on ceilings, CO alarms on walls. You need both for proper protection. I can fit smoke alarms too if needed. **Testing is critical.** A CO alarm that doesn't work is worse than no alarm (false sense of security). Test weekly with the button, replace batteries yearly, replace the whole unit after 5-7 years max.
Frequently Asked Questions about Carbon monoxide alarm fitting in Exmouth
Where should carbon monoxide alarms be fitted?
In any room with a fuel-burning appliance - gas boiler, wood burner, gas fire, oil boiler. Height doesn't matter as much as people think (CO mixes with air), but I fit them at head height on a wall about 1-3 meters from the appliance. Never in a cupboard or too close to windows/doors.
Do I need a carbon monoxide alarm by law?
If you're a landlord, yes - legally required in any room with a fuel-burning appliance (since Oct 2015). Homeowners aren't legally required to have them, but they're cheap insurance against a genuinely deadly risk. I'd strongly recommend them.
Battery or mains-powered CO alarms?
Battery alarms are easier to fit (no wiring needed). Mains-powered with battery backup are more reliable long-term. I can fit either - depends what you've bought and whether you want the extra reassurance of mains power.
Do I need to provide the alarm?
Yes - buy the alarm first (look for British Standard BS EN 50291), then I'll fit it in the right position. They're not expensive - around £15-30 for a good one. Cheap insurance for peace of mind.
How do I know if it's working?
Test it once a week with the test button - takes 2 seconds. Replace batteries when it beeps (usually yearly). Replace the whole unit after 5-7 years (they have a limited lifespan even if they seem fine).
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