Appraisers are not the carbon monoxide detector police, however many lenders are now requiring that we make sure they are in place and make a statement in our report that they are installed. Our appraisers will take a photo of the unit for verification. I am also finding that some people are confusing smoke detectors for a carbon monoxide detector. It should state clearly on the face of the unit that it is carbon monoxide detector and it should never be painted over.
Carbon monoxide can be found emiting from pool heaters, gas-fired fireplaces and mechanical furnace rooms to name a few. Should you be in a situation where you suspect carbon monoxide is present, here are some early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning; Headache, nausea, and dizziness. The more the exposure, the more severe the symptoms become. Loss of consciousness which does not result in death may occur, as well as memory problems and confusion. The problem in identifying it early is loss of consciousness, most occurrences happen when victims are asleep and unaware.
Bottom line, carbon monoxide detectors work when you are not….. Robert Coyne
