Life Saving
Over the years since the introduction of domestic smoke detectors, countless lives have been saved and burn injuries prevented by these, often overlooked, little devices. Loss of life and injuries have at the same time been caused by removal of batteries due to nuisance tripping. Problems have been experienced through alarms being inaudible in other rooms.
The Modern Solution
The answer was the very sensible introduction of radio interlinked smoke, heat and carbon monoxide detectors. These all sound throughout the home when one is triggered at the site of danger. This gives warning to all occupants in the early stage of a fire. Sealed 10-year batteries in these wireless alarms last for the life of the unit. Once fitted, they do not require any maintenance and don’t rely on WiFi or mains power.
Mains Units
There are also mains interlinked alarms available, but these involve expensive wiring, and qualified electricians to install them, costing upwards of £500. They also need a backup battery to allow them to operate should the electric mains fail, and these must be replaced regularly.
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