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Does a CO smoke alarm detect natural gas leaks in the home?

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There are two types of detectors you absolutely need to have in your home: smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Both smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors can save your life, as they can detect an issue before you can. When it comes to fire and carbon monoxide, every minute matters. read more

No. There are natural gas detectors, but neither a CO (Carbon Monoxide) detector nor a smoke detector, or a a combo unit, will detect natural gas, propane or methane. read more

The MASTECH MS6310 Combustible Gas Leak Detector Natural Gas Propane W/ Sound Light Alarm can detect and pinpoint the gas leaks quickly. This can be operated with one hand. Manual regulatory sensitivity is included to eliminate the gas level in the background. read more

Natural gas is different from CO because it isn’t a by-product. Instead, natural gas can simply leak into a home because a gas stove is malfunctioning or because a natural gas line is leaking. Natural gas is a fuel and is more flammable than carbon monoxide. The danger that comes with natural gas is primarily fire and explosion. However, natural gas can also suffocate you just as carbon monoxide does. Natural gas is less of a danger because it is not odorless. read more

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