Carbon monoxide alarmsin Cwmbran, fitted wherethey protect you most
Carbon monoxide has no smell, colour or taste. A correctly positioned CO alarm near boilers, fires and stoves gives you warning before it becomes dangerous.
NAPIT Approved · £2m public liability · 12-month guarantee
Over 15 years
In the industry
NAPIT Approved Contractor
Reg. no. 63450
Part P Registered
Via NAPIT scheme
£2m Public Liability
Fully insured
12-Month Guarantee
On workmanship
Service overview
Carbon Monoxide Alarms: what it is and when you need it
What the service covers
Supplying and fitting carbon monoxide alarms in rooms with fuel-burning appliances, including gas boilers, gas fires, open fires and wood burners, and linking them with smoke and heat alarms where appropriate.
Who it is for
Homeowners, families and landlords. Landlords in particular need to make sure rented homes have suitable alarms in place.
When to consider it
When you have a boiler, fire or stove without a CO alarm nearby, when an existing alarm has passed its replacement date, or when a new appliance is fitted.
Why use a professional
Position matters. An alarm too far from the appliance, or in the wrong spot, may not warn you in time. A registered electrician fits and tests alarms correctly, including mains-powered and interlinked options.
What happens if it's ignored
The risks of putting it off
Carbon monoxide poisoning can happen without any warning signs you can notice yourself.
Poisoning
CO can cause headaches, dizziness and, at high levels, can be fatal.
Unnoticed leaks
Faulty appliances or blocked flues can leak CO with no smell.
Expired alarms
Alarms have a limited life and stop protecting you once expired.
Wrong position
Badly placed alarms may not detect CO in time.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Having no CO alarm in a room with a boiler, fire or stove.
- Ignoring an alarm's replacement date.
- Fitting the alarm too far from the appliance.
- Removing the battery when the alarm chirps.
Our process
How the job is done, step by step
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Free visit
Thomas checks where your fuel-burning appliances are.
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Clear quote
A written quote for alarms and positions.
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Installation
Alarms fitted in the correct positions.
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Test
Every alarm is tested before Thomas leaves.
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Handover
You're shown how to test them, backed by a 12-month guarantee.
Benefits
What you get when it's done properly
Early warning
An alarm sounds before CO reaches dangerous levels.
Correct positioning
Placed where they'll detect CO in time.
Landlord peace of mind
Confirmation of the work for your records.
Can be interlinked
Linked with smoke and heat alarms where suitable.
Quick installation
Little disruption to your home.
Guaranteed work
12-month workmanship guarantee.
In detail
Carbon monoxide alarms explained
Where CO alarms go
A CO alarm should be fitted in each room with a fuel-burning appliance, such as a boiler, gas fire, open fire or wood burner, positioned according to the manufacturer's guidance relative to the appliance.
Mains or battery
Both mains-powered and sealed long-life battery alarms are available. Mains alarms can be interlinked with smoke and heat alarms so every alarm sounds together.
Landlords
Landlords need suitable alarms in rented homes. Installation can be arranged around tenants, and you'll receive confirmation of the work.
If your CO alarm sounds
Open doors and windows, turn off fuel-burning appliances if safe, leave the property and call the gas emergency number on 0800 111 999. Seek medical advice if anyone feels unwell.
Looking after your alarm
Test it regularly using the test button, keep it free of dust and replace it by the date marked on the unit.
Why VE Electrical
Carbon Monoxide Alarms from the electrician who does the work
VE Electrical Services is owner-led. When you book carbon monoxide alarms with us, the person who quotes the job is Thomas Villars: the same fully qualified, NAPIT-registered electrician who carries it out, tests it and signs it off. There is no hand-off between a salesperson and a fitter, and no call centre between you and the answers you need.
Thomas has over 15 years' experience in the industry and set up the business eight years ago in Cwmbran. The business is a NAPIT Approved Contractor (registration no. 63450), Part P registered, carries £2 million public liability insurance and is a TrustATrader member. Every job is backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
Quotes and site visits are always free. You get honest advice on what is needed, a clear price before work starts, and certification when the job is complete. For larger projects, trusted subcontractors are brought in, with Thomas remaining your single point of contact from start to finish.
FAQ
Carbon Monoxide Alarms questions
Where should a carbon monoxide alarm go?
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In each room with a fuel-burning appliance, positioned according to the manufacturer's guidance.
Can CO alarms be linked to smoke alarms?
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Yes, mains interlinked systems can include CO alarms.
Do you fit CO alarms for landlords?
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Yes, with access arranged around tenants.
How long do CO alarms last?
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They have a limited life; the replacement date is marked on each unit.
What should I do if my CO alarm goes off?
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Ventilate, turn off appliances if safe, leave and call 0800 111 999.
Are quotes free?
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Yes. Quotes and site visits are always free.
Related services
Areas covered
Carbon Monoxide Alarms from our Cwmbran base across South Wales and Bristol.
Protect your home from carbon monoxide
Call Thomas on 07359 090416 or send an enquiry for a free quote. Quotes and site visits are always free.
NAPIT Approved Contractor no. 63450 · £2m public liability · 12-month workmanship guarantee