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CO & Smoke Detector Installation, Replacement & Testing
Treviño Repairs installs and replaces smoke and carbon monoxide detectors the right way—proper locations on every level and outside/inside sleeping areas, clean wiring, and interconnection so all alarms sound together. We assess your layout, confirm power source (hardwired with battery backup or sealed battery), add or reuse circuits when appropriate, and install combination units where they make sense. After mounting, we label install dates, test with the manufacturer procedure, review simple maintenance (monthly tests, battery checks, typical 7–10 year replacement cycles), and can provide smart/monitored options when needed—so your RGV home or business stays code-compliant and protected.
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Services for CO & Smoke Detectors
Treviño Repairs installs, replaces, and tests smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors with proper placement, clean wiring, and full-home interconnection—so every alarm speaks up when it matters. We verify locations, power source, and interconnect method, then label dates and review simple maintenance for your RGV property.
We install & replace:
- Smoke detectors (photoelectric/ionization) in bedrooms, halls, and each level
- CO detectors near sleeping areas and by attached garages
- Combination CO/Smoke units where appropriate
- Hardwired (120V) with battery backup and sealed 10-year battery models
- Interconnected systems (wired or wireless bridges) for whole-home alerting
- Smart detectors (app alerts, self-tests) when requested
Code items & setup (as applicable):
- Location verification per current standards (outside/inside sleeping areas; every level)
- Correct mounting height/clearances; avoid ducts, kitchens, and steamy baths
- Interconnect testing (all should sound together)
- Circuit additions or reuse when appropriate; clean junctions and labeling
- Date labeling and replacement schedule (typically ~10 years for smoke, ~7–10 for CO—per manufacturer)
Testing, maintenance & options:
- Post-install functional tests and homeowner walkthrough
- Monthly test/reminder setup; battery checks/replacements
- Replacement planning for aging/yellowed or nuisance-prone devices
- Monitoring/smart notifications integration when needed
CO vs. Smoke Detectors—Placement, Power & Replacement
Smoke detectors sense particles from fire, while carbon-monoxide (CO) detectors monitor an invisible, odorless gas—so you need both, placed correctly and interconnected to alert the whole home. Best practice is hardwired with battery backup (or sealed 10-year battery where wiring isn’t feasible), with smoke alarms on ceilings or high on walls in bedrooms, hallways, and every level; CO detectors near sleeping areas and by attached garages (but away from kitchens, ducts, or steamy baths). Test monthly, keep vents and sensors clear of dust, and plan timely replacement—typically about 10 years for smoke and 7–10 years for CO, per manufacturer guidance. Treviño Repairs verifies locations, wiring, and interconnection, then labels dates and reviews simple upkeep for your RGV property.
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When to Replace or Upgrade CO & Smoke Detectors
If your alarms chirp even after a fresh battery, fail a monthly test, or only some units sound during an interconnect test, it’s time for service. Detectors past their lifespan (smoke ~10 years; CO ~7–10 years per manufacturer), frequent nuisance alarms, yellowed/corroded housings, missing battery backups, or changes to your home—new bedroom, finished space, attached garage, or new gas appliances—also signal a needed upgrade. Treviño Repairs can verify locations to current standards, test wiring/interconnects, add or relocate devices, label install dates, and set you up with reliable protection for your RGV home or business.
What to Expect with Treviño Repairs
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Assess & Plan. We confirm proper locations per current standards (bedrooms, halls, every level), review power source (hardwired with backup or sealed battery), and choose smoke, CO, or combo units.
Protect & Prep. We use shoe covers and drop cloths, safely shut off power if hardwired, and verify boxes, wiring, and interconnect paths.
Remove & Inspect. We remove old alarms, check date codes and compatibility, inspect wiring and junctions, and note any code or placement corrections.
Install & Interconnect. We mount at correct heights/clearances, wire cleanly, add wireless bridges if needed, and interconnect so all alarms sound together.
Label & Power Up. We restore power, label install dates and locations, and document models for your replacement schedule.
Test & Verify. We perform functional tests on each unit, verify whole-home interconnect, and review nuisance-reduction features where applicable.
Clean Up & Walkthrough. We tidy the area and review monthly testing, battery practices, typical replacement timelines (smoke ~10 years; CO ~7–10 per manufacturer), and smart/monitoring options for your RGV property.
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CO & Smoke Detector Questions, Answered
Straightforward answers before you book—symptoms, costs, fixes.
Do I need both smoke and CO detectors, or are combo units OK?
You need protection for both hazards. Combo units are fine when properly placed and powered; in some layouts, separate smoke (bedrooms/halls) plus CO near sleeping areas and by attached garages is the better fit. We’ll recommend the right mix for your home.
Hardwired or battery-only—what’s best?
Best practice is hardwired with battery backup for whole-home interconnection. Where wiring isn’t feasible, sealed 10-year battery models are a solid option. We verify power sources and interconnect so all alarms sound together.
How long do detectors last?
Most smoke alarms are about 10 years and CO detectors 7–10 years—always follow the manufacturer’s date code and guidance. If yours are past that or yellowed, replace them.
Why does my alarm chirp after changing the battery?
Chirping can mean end-of-life, a weak/incorrect battery, dust in the sensor, or wiring/interconnect issues. We can test, clean, verify power, and confirm if replacement is due.
Where should detectors be installed?
Smoke: on ceilings/high walls in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on every level. CO: near sleeping areas and by attached garages (away from kitchens/steamy baths). We place and label units to current standards and test that all alarms sound together.
