How many CO alarms do I need?
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends that every home should have a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that CO alarms are placed on every
level of the home and outside all sleeping areas.

Take an inventory of the floor levels and sleeping areas in your home and take note of any existing CO alarms and their age. If they are older than seven years they should be replaced.

What type of CO alarms should I look for?
CO alarms are designed to alert you when CO levels have accumulated, and will alarm before most people experience any symptoms of CO poisoning.

Safety experts recommend that you install CO Alarms that utilize an electrochemical sensor and meet the strict requirements of Underwriters Laboratories (UL).

Are CO alarms required in my area?
There's a growing list of states and cities that are taking steps to protect their citizens from CO, which is  the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in the U.S. Use this map to learn about laws and code requirements in your area.

What model should I choose?