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Originally Posted by Ricardo Umbro  |
My first post! :alarm: :)
I found this earlier question through a search; as I am looking to purchase something similiar. Purchased a name (big box sourced) brand maybe 2 years ago and had nothing but problems with false triggering. Had all of my connections tested (run a fair amount of NG for fireplaces, appliances; backup generator, etc.); yet still feel that these are a must for my family's reasonable safety.
What is the absolute best brand out there (presently) without going to an industrial type system?
It would seem that as much as these different alarms are continually touted to keep us all safe...that there would be some form of ongoing independent testing involving the units themselves. I am looking at this one presently:
Multi Gas Detector - Natural Gas, Propane Gas & Carbon Monoxide Gas from First Alert. yet am curious also as to the 5 year "end of life" timer included.
Is this "electro-chemical" technology actually 'worn out' in year 5 or does the chirping sound basically drive one crazy enough to make the next $70 purchase at that time?
Thanks for any help in advance and hope to contribute myself in the future.