When we hear about ADT, our first thought is of their home security systems. While that is the crown jewel in their catalogue of services, there is more that they offer. While protecting your home from intruders, ADT also offers protection from carbon monoxide poisoning and also fires. Let’s read on to find out more.
An Overview Of Environmental Threats
In our homes, the two most prominent threats are fires and carbon monoxide poisoning. These two can silently consume a home, causing irreparable damage to the point of no return. When something burns, a smoke is created which contains carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. This is made worse with the soot and ash that causes:
· Dizziness
· Headache
· Chest pain
· Shortness of breath
· Nausea and vomiting
· Loss of consciousness
· Coughing and wheezing
· Eye, nose, and throat irritation
When It comes to carbon monoxide poisoning, health problems include:
· Coma
· Death
· Dizziness
· Headache
· Confusion
· Weakness
· Drowsiness
· Nausea and vomiting
With ADT threat detection, your home is protected in case levels get unsafe. Since both of these gases are invisible and odorless, having smoke and CO detectors is incredibly important. Using ADT sensors, the air in your home is constantly being monitored – more on this later.
Using ADT Smoke Detection Solutions
An ADT smoke detector is an incredibly powerful piece of technology. It uses different components to constantly check air levels to ensure there is nothing out of the ordinary. An ADT smoke detector can catch detect fires, smoldering fires, and potential carbon monoxide poisonings. There different variations of these sensors that include:
Ionization Smoke Sensors
These sensors will analyze the smoke levels in the air by monitoring the electrical conductivity of the air in your home. If, at any time, smoke enters the sensor and the electrical conductivity is changed, the alarm is sounded.
Photoelectric Smoke Sensors
With this, the sensor will scatter light in the area. When the light beams are obstructed by the smoke, the alarm is sounded.
Using ADT Carbon Monoxide Solutions
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, tasteless, and colorless gas produced by the incomplete burning of carbon-based fuels. When it enters our blood, it replaces the oxygen in our blood which prevents oxygen from getting to the body’s different tissues. CO is an extremely dangerous pollutant and is responsible for the death of several people each year. For people with lung disease or heart disease, CO poisoning can be fatal.
Using ADT carbon monoxide detectors, the air is in your home is constantly being monitored. As soon as the sensor picks up on any amounts of CO, an alarm is triggered. You get a notification on your phone, a siren goes off, and ADT is also notified. Thanks to the interconnectivity between ADT devices, if one CO detector goes off, as will the rest.
How To Maintain A Safe Home Environment
All of these sensors integrate perfectly into your home security system. They can be programmed to run during certain times of the day or always be on. It is important to have the right system in place when you’re protecting your home. If you’re also considering getting ADT smoke and CO detectors for your home, there are a few things to keep in mind.
To prevent damage from smoke:
· Keep any lighter or matches away from children
· Never smoke near beds, curtains, or carpets.
· When using any sort of smoking materials, make sure you dispose of them properly.
· Keep a fire extinguisher handy at all times, you never know when you may need it.
To prevent damage from carbon monoxide:
· Maintain fuel-burning appliances, water heaters, furnaces. Have a professional come in an expect them every few months to ensure no leaks or damage is hindering performance.
· Wherever you install these appliances, ensure that there is enough ventilation around. This lets any smoke, CO, or excess dissipate and prevent damage.
· Don’t use fuel-powered appliances like generators indoors.
· If you sense a peculiar smell, immediately evacuate the home and call emergency services. Your ADT CO detector will sound the alarm and the authorities will be on their way.
Final Thoughts
Beyond security, ADT ensures that your home is safe from burning down or CO poisoning. They can be easily integrated into your present system protecting your home and health at the same time. If you’re considering signing up for an ADT home security plan, get in touch with ADT customer service!
